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“Even with politics, stuff comes around again. Woody Guthrie would recognize America today.”

Quote by Billy Bragg

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Billy Bragg is a British singer-songwriter known for his politically charged songs. Born on December 20, 1957, he has been a significant figure in the UK independent music scene since the late 1970s. more

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