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“An unlocked door means that, occasionally, you might get a devil come in, but a locked door means you have thousands of angels just walk by.”

Quote by Ian MacKaye

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Ian MacKaye, born on April 16, 1962, is a renowned American singer. He is the founding member of hardcore punk bands Minor Threat and Fugazi, and has had a profound impact on the post-punk and independent music scenes. more

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