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“Even I just listen to some bands on YouTube. I'll think, "Oh, I quite like that, I should buy it someday," but I don't get around to buying half the stuff I liked.”

Quote by Kevin Shields

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Kevin Shields, born on May 21, 1963, is a renowned musician known for his unique musical style and contributions to post-rock music. He is best known for his role in the band My Bloody Valentine, which is considered a pioneer of the post-rock genre. more

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