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“I might ask about the first time a person heard a song that they really responded to, like when I asked Mos Def when he first "got" hip-hop and he went into this memory about how hearing someone rap really affected him. He wasn't simply remembering the event. It was almost like he was occupying that space again. When you can really transport an interview subject like that, your readers can feel it and it helps them to connect with the artist.”

Quote by Anthony DeCurtis

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Anthony DeCurtis

Anthony DeCurtis is an American author renowned for his profound insights into music and popular culture. His work spans various musical genres from rock to jazz, and has had a significant impact on the music industry. more

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