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“I moved from New Zealand to Melbourne when I was 17. I'd planned to go to university to study French, but I was offered a contract to write and record an album that was too good to pass up. Looking back now I think that was pretty young but, at the time, I was ready to have an adventure.”

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Kimbra, born Kimbrough, is a New Zealand musical artist known for her unique voice and musical style. Born on March 27, 1990, she has shown a passion for music from a young age. Kimbra's music blends elements of pop, jazz, and electronic, creating a distinctive sound. more

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