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Some versions of Windows 8 are apparently missing some core libraries that we had originally thought were always installed, required for playing music in the game. Specifically Windows 8 N and Windows 8 KN.
Try downloading this package from Microsoft: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=30685
You will also want to try and download the latest Windows 8 drivers for your sound card.