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“The current state of music journalism is not bad, but it's not great at all. Some of the hip-hop stuff people get into is exciting, because there's a passion and there's something to explain to a more mainstream audience, so you get these passionate writers who want to express their love for rap and hip-hop, which is cool. But there are too many magazines, and the access has been diminished, so the quality of profiles has gone way down. Internet stuff can be really good, though. I like the dialogue between fans on the Internet. I think that's the best rock writing that's going on right now.”

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Cameron Crowe

Cameron Crowe is a highly regarded film director known for his romantic and coming-of-age films. Born on July 13, 1957, he has directed notable films such as 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' and 'Jerry Maguire'. His work often delves into the intricacies of human relationships and personal development. more

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