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“So I learnt a few country western songs, I bought a chord book, and right away I started writing my own stuff, which nobody else did that, I don't know why.”

Quote by John Fahey

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John Fahey was an influential American guitarist known for his unique fingerstyle guitar playing and original compositions. Born on February 28, 1939, and passing away on February 22, 2001, Fahey's music blended elements of blues, folk, classical, and jazz, profoundly impacting the development of fingerstyle guitar music. more

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