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“I think Gram did his best work in co-writes. Sometimes when you're working with one other person, it's such a magical thing. You're editing each other and you're trying to create that one spark.”

Quote by Chris Hillman

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Chris Hillman, born on December 4, 1944, is an accomplished American musician known for his unique musical style and talent, particularly in the genres of folk rock and country music. more

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