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“Back then, the business depended on bohemians. ... They needed Kristofferson and Roger Miller ..It was the tail end of something...the last Tin Pan Alley. ...and we were the night shift! They gave us keys, because they knew the best songs weren't written in daylight.... We got our keys taken away several times...me and Guy Clark.”

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Steve Earle
Steve Earle

Steve Earle is an American singer-songwriter, born on January 17, 1955, in Texas, USA. Known for his unique country rock style and profound lyrics, his work covers a wide range of topics including social issues, political commentary, and human exploration. more

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