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“I don't know if it's cool to say this anymore, but I grew up listening to Gary Glitter. A majority of his songs were in that shuffle-blues beat, and I think that's probably why I tend to write like that.”

Quote by Martin Gore

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Martin Gore is a renowned British songwriter, best known for his contributions to Depeche Mode. Born on July 23, 1961, he has been a key member of the band since the early 1980s, celebrated for his unique musical style and emotionally charged lyrics. more

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