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“I was dealing with a lot of spiritual questions like "Who am I?" "What is God" "What is the meaning of life?" All of these questions that I think we can either face head on or choose to ignore, it's up to us.”

Quote by John McLaughlin

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John McLaughlin

John McLaughlin, born on January 4, 1942, is an outstanding guitarist. His musical career began in the 1960s, and he is known for his unique playing style and innovative contributions to music. more

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