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“I came to New York for the first time with Peter Buck at age 19. We spent a week living out of a van on the street in front of a club in the West 60s called Hurrah. It's where Pylon played. I saw Klaus Nomi play there. And Michael Gira's band before he did Swans-they all wore cowboy boots and were so cool and had great hair. I was so jealous.”

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Michael Stipe is an influential American singer known for his distinctive voice and musical talent. He is a founding member of the iconic American rock band R.E.M., which achieved massive success globally since the 1980s. Stipe is celebrated for his emotive lyrics and stage presence, leaving a profound impact on the music industry. more

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