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“I think there are lots of people that believe in rock 'n' roll. It's real easy. You just find some friends to play with and then you can feel it. I think that happens all the time. To be in a band and be playing in a room really loud, even if you never play a show, that feeling is really addictive and pure.”

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John Britt Daniel

John Britt Daniel, born on April 14, 1971, is of an unknown profession. His life story and achievements are currently limited in information. more

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