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“All hippies around now just represent complete apathy.”

Quote by Joe Strummer

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Joe Strummer, born John Graham Mellor, was a British musician renowned for his role as lead singer and guitarist for the band The Clash. His musical style combined punk, rock, and reggae elements, profoundly influencing music for generations to come. more

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