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“If you're an artist trying to put out your own record on your own label, it's hard to get a distribution deal because no one wants to sign a deal with one entity. They want to sign distribution deals with labels, who have lots of product, lots of artists.”

Quote by Aimee Mann

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Aimee Mann is an American singer-songwriter renowned for her introspective and emotionally charged lyrics. She has been a prominent figure in the music industry since the early 1980s, releasing numerous albums and garnering critical acclaim. Mann's music often delves into themes of love, loss, and personal introspection, and she is recognized for her distinctive voice and songwriting abilities. more

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