Ipod shows 0:00 & doesn't play music

My 80gb ipod classic randomly stopped playing music the other day. Everything works fine, as it should, minus the fact the music doesn't play. It says, "Now Playing," but the time remains at 0:00. And it's not just some of the songs, but all of them. I've tried a number of times to Restore it, but that doesn't solve the problem because nothing plays. It charges, and everything in iTunes plays and transfers to the ipod, but nothing will play on the ipod.
Has anyone had this problem before and have a solution for me? I would very much appreciate it! Thank you.

Apple doesn't listen here. You can submit your comments at: http://www.apple.com/feedback/ipod.html
A faster way if you really want to hear back from Apple is to make an appointment at a Genius bar in your closest Apple store and have them take a look at your iPod. When you find out what they have to say you can report back here and pass the word along.
Jerry

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