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Yannis Philippakis Quotes: I'm just worn down and weary of bands whose lyrics are cryptic and self-referential.
         

I'm just worn down and weary of bands whose lyrics are cryptic and self-referential.


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I like simple writing. I'd rather read Hemingway than Burroughs.



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