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“I'm not afraid to be bluntly honest in my songs, even if it means I'm discovering things about myself that I'd rather not.”
“My favorite instrument is the snare drum. In Scotland, the snare drum is very prominent in Highland bands. The Scottish style of playing is in my blood. It's a very powerful instrument, but it can also be soothing, like velvet. It's a real challenge for composers.”
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