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I like to go for a certain over-the-top opulence when naming the drone pieces whereas the song titles are all about concision, I guess. I mean, if I were truly a purist, I'd call things, Long Piece #27 or Newest Fast Song, but I enjoy titling and it is helpful at rehearsals or when making set-lists.

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David First
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: August 20
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