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“. . . every age thinks it is perfect, especially in religion.”

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William Pickens, born on January 15, 1881, was an accomplished journalist from the United States. He had a rich career in the news industry, known for his sharp insights and fair reporting. more

“Musically, though, you're a character and you're singing a song. If you're not your own character, you're the character in the song, most of the time. Even blues musicians, a lot of them who were the most realistic, at times, they were singing a song and portraying a character in the song. There's something to be said for getting involved in the emotion of a song, too, with the characters.”

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Author:Jack White

“I believe that when you go into a gallery or a museum, the most powerful pieces are the ones that don't have the words in the corner that distract you from the larger piece.”

Believe I Believe Powerful Pieces Corners Most Powerful Museums Gallery

Author:Maynard James Keenan

“I usually start with the words. The rhythm of the words gives me the rhythm of the song, and then I look for the musical highlights in it to carry it.”

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Author:Mel Brooks

“I've always loved songwriting, and I vowed to be a songwriter like Cole Porter when I was only 9 years old.”

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Author:Mel Brooks

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