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“My dad brings a deep-seated knowledge of the British folk genre, and a lot of my love for guitar playing comes from learning from him and his influences, which eventually became my influences.”

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Joel Plaskett
Joel Plaskett

Joel Plaskett is a Canadian musician known for his unique musical style and talented performances. Born on April 18, 1975, he has been active in the music industry since the mid-1990s. more

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