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“It's very difficult for me to travel now without music just because I'm so spoiled. It's a huge luxury to go and play your music for all these people around the world and having come up to you in a special way - they really want to show your their city, or really want to show you where they are from. If you are just traveling, you don't get that same welcome.”

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Patrick Watson is a Canadian singer known for his distinctive voice and musical style. Born in 1979, he has been active in the music industry since releasing his debut album in 2005. more

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