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“I love lyrics. I've always been averse to the straight lyric idea. I guess a big part of it is, that songs that are literary always turn me off. Because they feel so abstract. Like a song. What is a song? We have to remember what the function of a concert and the function of playing a song for people are. It's all become really abstracted.”

Quote by Ian Svenonius

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Ian Svenonius is an American musician known for his contributions to the indie rock and punk music scenes. Born in 1968, he is celebrated for his unique musical style and stage presence. more

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