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“I'm really curious how the private listening - iPods, people listening on their phones - how that might eventual effect music. There'll be a whole genre of music that really works on a kind of one to one headphone or earbud level but doesn't really work when you play it in a room.”

Quote by David Byrne

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David Byrne, born on May 14, 1952, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and visual artist. He is known for his unique musical style and innovative contributions to music, art, and culture. Byrne is a founding member of the iconic band Talking Heads, which achieved significant success in the 1980s and early 1990s. Beyond his musical career, Byrne has ventured into film, dance, and visual arts as well. more

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