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“I suddenly realized that in order to do what I wanted to do, I had to become that which I hated - which is the head of a record company or a digital media conglomerate - and just do whatever you want.”

Quote by Dhani Harrison

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Dhani Harrison, born on August 1, 1978, is a talented musician known for his unique musical style and profound understanding of music. He is an important figure in the modern music industry. more

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