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“Basically, there's a good friend of mine who works at EMI Publishing, a publishing company. He had asked me - he was like, you know, do you know this girl, Amy Winehouse? She's in New York for a day. She's kind of meeting people to maybe work with on her second album.”

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Mark Ronson, born on September 4, 1975, is a renowned musician, producer, and DJ from London, England. Known for his unique musical style and passion for retro music, he has collaborated with numerous famous artists such as Amy Winehouse, Beyoncé, and U2. Ronson's musical career began in the 1990s, and he quickly gained recognition for his production skills, collaborating with artists like the late Amy Winehouse. His album 'Here Comes the Fuzz' was released in 2003 and received both commercial success and critical acclaim. more

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