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“I certainly want to get back to the US to play. It's such a big country. I've always liked playing there, and enjoyed living there. I lived in New York, LA, and Florida.”

Quote by Mick Taylor

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Mick Taylor, born on January 17, 1949, is a renowned musician whose achievements and contributions have made him an important figure in the history of rock music. more

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