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“I was always totally convinced that three weeks after the revolution they'd put me up against the wall and shoot me.”

Quote by Mick Farren

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Mick Farren was an English journalist, writer, and musician known for his unique writing style and contributions to the underground culture. Born on September 3, 1943, he passed away on July 27, 2013. more

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