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“What you're always trying to achieve in a creative relationship is one that is egoless... ideas belong to the collective. If you can disassociate your own ego from your idea, then, almost always, everybody will arrive at the same decision as to what is best.”

Quote by Dave Genn

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Born on March 2, 1969, Dave Genn is a talented musician whose career began in the 1980s. He gained recognition in the music industry for his unique musical style and creative talent. more

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