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“I'm in a position I never imagined I'd be in as a musician. Bob Dylan built an audience through recording and live shows. The opportunities for an artist today are totally different.”

Quote by Ben Sollee

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Born on November 28, 1983, Ben Sollee is a talented cellist known for his unique blend of blues, folk, and classical music. His music style has won the hearts of audiences, and he is renowned for his distinctive playing techniques and emotional musical expression. Sollee's works have received critical acclaim at various music festivals and performances. more

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“When we cut off access to certain parts of our cities to people on bikes or in wheelchairs, we're not only doing economic damage, we're also doing culture damage. New York is the culture capital of the world because people are running into each other on the street all the time. They are forced to engage in creativity and problem-solving.”

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“Cities like Portland, Seattle, and Long Beach, which have made these investments in their infrastructure, are seeing not only health advantages, but also a lot more exchange in the community, which leads to better policy-making and stronger communities.”

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