Follow the rock-to-tech-to-rock journey of American composer, guitarist, producer and electronics engineer, James Williamson. Trace his roots as a young Detroit musician to lead guitarist for the seminal protopunk band The Stooges. Discover how he made the transition to become a top technology evangelist for AMD, Sony Corporation and IEEE. We'll discuss the band's induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and his current tour with Iggy and The Stooges promoting the new album “Ready to Die.” Probe into Williamson’s punk past, musings on the present and perspective on the future of music and technology. Part of the IEEE Technology for Humanity Series.
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