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Linda Ronstadt is an American singer known for her distinctive voice and versatile musical style. Born on July 15, 1946, she began her music career in the 1960s and is celebrated for her contributions to pop, rock, country, and Latin music.

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Famous Linda Ronstadt Quotes

“Story is what's most important.”

Important Stories

Author:Linda Ronstadt

“If you don't have story to tell the public at large - you have to be able to sort of go listen.”

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Author:Linda Ronstadt

“When I would be on the stage singing, I would see a movie of something that happened, I would be telling the story. I would be describing the story in sound, but my goal would be to make somebody else run their own movie.”

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Author:Linda Ronstadt

“The essential elements of singing are voice, musicianship, and story. It is the rare artist that has all three in abundance.”

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Book:Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir

Source: Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir

“I first knew Laurie Lewis by her considerable reputation as a fiddle player and a writer of songs. When an opportunity came along to sing with her I seized it. Getting to know her as a singer and a person has been pure pleasure. Her voice is a rare combination of grit and grace, strength and delicacy. Her stories are always true.”

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Author:Linda Ronstadt

About the Author

Born: July 15, 1946
Known for: Singer
Quotes: 87

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Simple Dreams: A Musical MemoirRelated source material

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