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Quote by Ray Davies

“At one time they've been the most important thing to me. So I can't hear our records on the radio, I can't stand it, because they sound so out of what everyone else is doing.”

Quote by Ray Davies

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Ray Davies is a British musician, born on June 21, 1944. He is a founding member of the iconic rock band The Kinks and is known for his unique lyrics and musical style. Davies' music covers a wide range of social, political, and personal themes, having a profound impact on musicians that followed. more

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