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“The natural world operates by its own set of rules. The animal world, all the places that are feral and ungovernable, that's where I find a lot of inspiration. There is just as much beauty there, but there is also decay and violence.”

Quote by Carrie Brownstein

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Carrie Brownstein

Carrie Brownstein, born on September 27, 1974, is an American musician, actress, and writer. She is best known as the co-founder and lead singer of the indie rock band The Sleater-Kinney. Brownstein's musical career began in the 1990s, with her music style blending punk, post-punk, and alternative rock elements. Besides her music career, she has also appeared in the television show 'Portlandia' and written several books. more

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