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“Life is a musical influence in my experience. But as far as actual music and actual bands, uh, I'll just look at my little collection here. Let's see. Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, U2, The Talking Heads, Prince and the Revolution, Michael Jackson's Thriller was a huge one.”

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Jeremy Enigk
Jeremy Enigk

Jeremy Enigk, born on July 16, 1974, is an accomplished singer from the United States. His musical style blends various elements, including rock, folk, and electronic music. Enigk has a rich musical career, having been a member of the band Tegan and Sara, and he has achieved significant success in his solo music career. more

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