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“When you look back on a historical period of music, it seems so obvious to you what the characteristics of it are, but they're not obvious at the time. So, when I look back at my own work, I could easily write a very convincing sort of account of it that made it look like I had planned it all out from day one and that this led logically to that and then I did this and then that followed quite naturally from that. But that's not how it felt.”

Quote by Brian Eno

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Brian Eno is a British musician, composer, and music producer, born on May 15, 1948. Known for his innovative musical style and experimental spirit, he has had a profound impact on modern music. more

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