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“The essence of show business is, if you see a tight-rope walker go across a tight rope, everybody claps. But, if you see him wobble, everybody gasps.”

Quote by T Bone Burnett

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T Bone Burnett, born on January 14, 1948, is an American musician, music producer, composer, and singer. He has had a wide-reaching influence in the music industry, known for his unique musical style and his revival of traditional music. more

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