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“I'm a perfectionist and I can kill songs because I analyze them too much. For me it takes awhile because I like to do it and then step back and listen and observe.”

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John Reuben Zappin

John Reuben Zappin, born on January 14, 1979, is a talented musical artist whose career is filled with exploration and innovation, winning the hearts of many music fans. more

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