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“Punk rock really influenced me, the basic metal bands, Zeppelin, Stones and Floyd, and Southern rock bands. I think I was pretty well-rounded.”

Quote by Al Jourgensen

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Al Jourgensen, born on October 9, 1958, is an influential American musician known for his contributions to the industrial music genre. He is the founding member and primary creative force behind the iconic band Ministry, which had a profound impact on industrial music in the 1980s and 1990s. more

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