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“Richie is the only one of my nine who's really moved away. I can't get rid of most of them.”

Quote by Richie Havens

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Richie Havens was an American singer-songwriter known for his unique musical style and live performances. Born on January 21, 1941, he passed away on April 22, 2013. Havens is best known for his iconic performance at the Woodstock Music Festival, where he was invited to take the stage without prior notice, performing for thousands of attendees. more

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