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“Despite his [Artie Shaw's] affectations of reclusiveness, he never tired of talking about himself, as countless long interviews reveal. I do not recall an anecdote he ever told me that was not in some way intended to convey a sense of his own superiority to everyone. . One wonders how a person of his character could produce such beauty.”

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Gene Lees
Gene Lees

Gene Lees was a renowned American biographer, born on February 8, 1928, and passed away on April 22, 2010. His works are known for their in-depth research and vivid storytelling, with numerous biographies of musicians and artists. more

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