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“I'm a huge Peter Mayer fan, but only when I don't feel like killing him for being so good. I love Peter's work, though it irritates me that he plays so much better than I do. If I rocked half as hard as Peter does, I'd own the world by now.”

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Janis Ian

Janis Ian is an American singer-songwriter known for her distinctive voice and profound lyrics. Born on April 7, 1951, Ian's musical career began in the 1960s, and she gained significant success with her song 'At Seventeen' in 1967, which made her a representative figure of the youth rebellion culture. Ian's musical style is diverse, ranging from folk to pop and rock. Her song 'At Seventeen' won the Grammy Award in 1967, making her the first teenager to receive the award. more

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