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“People see rock and roll as, as youth culture, and when youth culture becomes monopolised by big business, what are the youth to do? Do you, do you have any idea? I think we should destroy the bogus capitalist process that is destroying youth culture.”

Quote by Thurston Moore

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Thurston Moore is a renowned American musician known for his contributions to the rock music scene. Born on July 25, 1958, he is a guitarist, composer, and music producer. Moore is best known as a founding member of Sonic Youth, a band that had a significant impact on post-punk and alternative rock music in the 1980s and 1990s. more

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