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“I didn't realize at the time that if I wrote about something, I was going to have to talk about something. A lot. Ad nauseum.”

Quote by Erin McKeown

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Erin McKeown is a talented instrumentalist born on October 15, 1977. She has made a name for herself in the music industry with her unique musical style and diverse musical talents. more

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