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“What was nice about the nineties is that it was an example of music that responded to a desire of the times. It spoke to the social conditions of the times. Women were making more money. Women were saying, "My voice counts. If we're going out on a Friday night, I don't want to see a Rambo movie. I want to go see a singer/songwriter who sings about my life".”

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Dar Williams is an American singer-songwriter born in April 1967. Her musical style blends folk, pop, and rock elements, and she is known for her distinctive voice and heartfelt lyrics. Williams' music covers a wide range of themes, including love, nature, and life philosophy. more

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