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“I remember when A love Supreme was released - I heard it at a friends house. ... Man it was incredible. That record sounded different than the rest. I was trying to gather my spirituality together, trying to get an understanding of life ..... I felt Coltrane was the first musician who made a transition from one side to the other.”

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Maurice White, born on December 19, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, USA, was an outstanding American singer. He was a founding member of the legendary music group Earth, Wind & Fire, and had a profound impact on the music industry with his unique musical talent and leadership. more

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