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The harmonica is the most voice-like instrument, you can make it wail, feel happy, or cry. It's like singing the blues without words.

Charlie Musselwhite

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Charlie Musselwhite
Age: 80
Born: 1944
Born: January 31
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Charles Douglas Musselwhite
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