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“Without (my wife) Laurie, I would never be here right now, I know that. I would either be in a coffin, or stashed away doing a life sentence some place. Or running and hiding some place, if I was still alive. I'm certain I wouldn't be playing music. She's just been perfect for me. And she's a protector also; she protects me from myself, from temptations, and bad associations. She's constantly shielding me from walking the red hot coals of existing as a game.”

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Art Pepper
Art Pepper

Art Pepper was an influential American jazz saxophonist known for his unique playing style and improvisational skills. His musical career spanned over half a century, profoundly impacting countless jazz musicians. Pepper's music blended elements of swing, hard bop, and cool jazz, making him an important figure in the history of jazz. more

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