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“We're not on the outside looking in, we're on the outside looking out.”

Quote by John Zorn

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John Zorn, born on September 2, 1953, is an American composer and musician known for his unique musical style and his fusion of various musical forms, including jazz, classical, rock, and folk. His work is extensive, covering compositions for film, theater, dance, as well as his own bands and orchestras. more

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