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“I don't quite know what a record is anymore. I don't quite know how to describe it. Don't know how to define it yet, so I'm just letting it gestate, and grow and see if maybe I'll get a better sense of what a record is.”

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Michael Nesmith

Michael Nesmith, born on December 30, 1942, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and producer. He is best known as a founding member of the rock band The Monkees and for his diverse artistic achievements in music. more

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