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Old 07-20-2005, 08:15 AM   #5 (permalink)
Reg Hacquer
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Originally Posted by Kurt_Cobain
Damn I did a search on this guy and I can't believe there's no topic for him. How many people like this guy?
He overcame so many obstacles thrown his way (blind obviously, drug addiction) and wrote so many outstanding pieces.
His last album Genius Loves Company was outstanding, in my opinion featuring some of the best duets ever.
Anyone else love this guy?
Dude, check out his early 60's work on Atlantic Records. Genius + Soul = Jazz is a life-changing experience.
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