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I do see value in music criticism. Most of the criticism I have received over the years has been very good.
Van Morrison
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Van Morrison
Age: 79
Born: 1945
Born: August 31
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Don't want to discuss it, I think it's time for a change You may get disgusted, some think that I'm strange In that case I'll go underground, get some heavy rest Never have to worry, about what is worst and what is best.
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