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Review: Chuck Prophet's Let Freedom Ring!
With Let Freedom Ring! Chuck Prophet has created the best album of his long career.
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Bipolar Disorder Treatments
Medication is the most common treatment for Bipolar Syndrome, but it can take many attempts to find the correct medicine for each individual
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The True Story of "The Old 97"
How is it that a simple mail train wreck becomes the basis for one of America's most famous folk songs? Here is the true story of "The wreck of the old 97"
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The True Story of Alice's Restaurant
Suite101 explores the truth behind that most absurb and hilarious of hippie adventures, "Alice's Restaurant."
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The True Story of The Big Rock Candy Mountain
The Big Rock Candy Mountain is not all that it appears to be. Read on for the true story of the big rock candy mountain
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The Best Holiday Gifts For Classic Rock Fans
Delight the rocker in your life this holiday with one of these Classic Rock box sets
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The Best Holiday Gift Ideas for Folk Fans
Suite101 does the shopping for you with ideas on the perfect gift for the Folk fan in your life.
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The Best Funny Songs For Hannukah and Christmas
Spice up your Manishevitz and put the Nog in your Egg Nog with this playlist of the funniest songs for Hannukah and Christmas.
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Bipolar Disorder and Suicide
Up to 20% of all bipolar disorder sufferers will commit suicide. Informing yourself on how to help may be the only thing standing between life and death.
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The Best Unique Christmas Songs
Bored of "Jingle Bells?" Sick of "Silent Night?" Relax because Suite101 has five unique songs that will save your playlist.
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New Album From Rosanne Cash: The List
Rosanne Cash unites Country's Greatest Hits with her own neo-traditionalist style on her 2009 album, The List
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The Best Folk Songs for Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, we honor those who have served in America's wars. These songs below honor them by remembering the hardships and horrors that they endured.
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Experiencing Bipolar I and Bipolar II
Suite101 discusses the symptoms and effects of Bipolar I and Bipolar II, including anecdotes from a Bipolar Disorder sufferer.
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The Best Folk Songs for Thanksgiving
Suite101 presents the greatest songs about Thanksgiving to ever go from mouth to ear. Enjoy them with or without cranberries.
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New Music From The Low Anthem
The Low Anthem has released one of the best albums of the year with "Oh My God, Charlie Darwin," a combination of hymnal heights and apocalypic lows.
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Review of Lyle Lovett's Natural Forces
Lyle Lovett returns with an introspective album of originals and covers that falls a hair short of brilliance
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The Taming of "This Land Is Your Land"
This Land Is Your Land, one of the most patriotic of songs, was once a sharp commentary on the wealthy and jingoistic. Read on for The Taming of This Land Is Your Land.
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The Subdudes: Flower Petals
The Subdudes new album, "Flower Petals" has Suite101 asking, "Is there a such thing as too much groove?"
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Interview with Franny Thomas, Sirius XM DJ
Suite101 sits down to chat with Sirius XM DJ Franny Thomas, host of The Loft's show, "Your Roots Are Showing."
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Common IRS Tax Problems and How to Solve Them
Suite101 interviews the founder of B and M Tax Services and learns how to fix the most common problems with the IRS.
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New 2009 Album From Chris Smither
Chris Smither's new album for 2009, "Time Stands Still," is well worth the three year wait. The folk blues master continues to perform at the height of his powers.
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Album Review: Monsters of Folk
The debut from Monsters of Folk is out, but does it live up to the hype?
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The Beginnings of Peter, Paul, and Mary
If it were not for a nursery rhyme, there would be no Peter, Paul, and Mary. Read on for the story of their formation.
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Folk Singer Mary Travers Dies
Folk Music has suffered a great loss, as Mary Travers, of Peter, Paul, and Mary, has passed away at age 72.
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What is Americana Music?
Suite101 answers the question, "What is Americana Music?" with defintions, history, and recomended listening
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Radio City Christmas Spectacular 2009
Tickets for the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular are now on sale, marking the end of Summer in New York City.
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New York City, Greenwich Village, and Folk Music
New York City is the unofficial home of American Folk Music, as folkies through the 20th century have gone there to find like hearts and share their music.
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Vince Bell: One Man's Music
Texas singer-songwriter Vince Bell's new album One Man's Music, does not do justice to his lyrical mastery.
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Famous Hotels In New York City
Suite101 takes a look at some of the most famous hotels in New York City, The Plaza, Chelsea, Algonquin, and Waldorf-Astoria.
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The Best Songs About New York City
Celebrate the Big Apple with this playlist dedicated to New York, New York.
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"Nothing Gold Can Stay" -- The Duke and the King
Simone Felice of the Felice Brothers, under the name The Duke and the King, releases his debut album, "Nothing Gold Can Stay."
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What is Pica Disorder?
Pica disorder is not just a child eating paste, it is a serious eating disorder with potentially dangerous ramifications and may require behavior modification treatment.
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The Best Folk Work Song Playlist for Labor Day
Suite101 compiles the greatest work songs in Folk Music to celebrate Labor Day and the people who made it possible.
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iTunes vs. Rhapsody vs. Napster
Suite101 reviews three major sites for legal online music downloads: iTunes, Rhapsody, and Napster.
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Folk Musician Mike Seeger Dies at Age 75
Mike Seeger, one of the most important figures of the American Folk Revival, has died at his home in Lexington, VA, USA.
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Levon Helm CD-- Electric Dirt-- Review
Levon Helm of The Band returns to the spotlight with his new album Electric Dirt, an earthy blend of rock, country, blues and soul sure to please any Band fan.
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Funny Folk Songs About Trains
Suite101 explores some of the classic comic songs about trains. Get your ticket ready, and watch your step.
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Review: Neko Case "Middle Cyclone"
"Middle Cyclone," the new album from Neko Case, is astounding in its power and impact, made more effective by Neko's iconic voice.
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Famous American Trains in Folk Music
Some lucky trains are given names. The luckiest are given songs. Read on for Wabash Cannonball, Midnight Special, Orange Blossom Special, and the City of New Orleans
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Tim Buckley: Live at the Folklore Center, NYC
Almost 35 years after his tragic death, new Tim Buckley music continues to appear. Next is a live album, Tim Buckley: Live at the Folklore Center, NYC.
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Yonder Is the Clock, by the Felice Brothers
Upstate New York Natives The Felice Brothers rock long and hard with their new album, "Yonder Is the Clock."
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The Great Railroad Tragedies In Song
Two of the greatest songs in American Folk Music were born out of gruesome disasters. Suite101 investigates "The Wreck of the Old 97" and "The Ballad of Casey Jones.
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Trains in American Folk Music
Suite101 takes ride along with the trains of America, and the songs inspired by them.
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Review of Todd Snider's The Excitement Plan
Todd Snider again shows why he is considered one of music's great songwriters on his new album "The Excitement Plan."
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Review of 2009 Clearwater Festival
The weather refused to cooperate, but the 2009 Clearwater Festival remained a success, with concert goers dancing through the raindrops and singing along.
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The True Story of the Cocaine Blues
The use of cocaine by workers along the Mississippi River leads to its inclusion in Delta culture and in its music. Read on for the history of Cocaine in American Music.
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Drug Songs in Folk Music
Music and drugs have had a long and sordid love affair. Read on for the history of drugs in folk music.
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Folk Festivals in the New York City Area
Summertime means folk festivals, and within a few hours of New York City are some of the best, sure to make any folkie flip his bandana.
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The Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
The Sloop Clearwater has been an essential organization in protecting and reviving the Hudson River.
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Review of Yusuf Islam: Roadsinger
Cat Stevens is back! Not exactly, but under his real name, Yusuf Islam, he has released a new album, Roadsinger.
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Lineup For New York's Clearwater Festival Set
Pete Seeger's festival for the Hudson looks to be a fine show this year, headlined by Folk Music legend Arlo Guthrie.
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Steve Earle's New Album "Townes"
Steve Earle, one of the great names in Americana music, pays tribute to his mentor Townes Van Zandt on his new album "Townes."
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Album Review: Ben Harper and Relentless7
Ben Harper and Relentless7 turn up the awesome with their first album together, "White Lies for Dark Times."
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Modern Folk Music for Men
An introduction to four artists/ bands in Folk Music that men need not fear.
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Bob Dylan: Together Through Life
Bob Dylan's new album, "Together Through Life" has plenty of growl and an interesting sound, but lacks depth and substance
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Indigo Girls: Poseidon and the Bitter Bug
Poseidon and the Bitter Bug, the new album from Indigo Girls, is a treasure of golden harmonies and lyrical gems.
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Fingerpicking Guitar for Intermediate Guitarists
Ready to join the Society of the Big Thumb? Come learn the art of Fingerpicking Guitar.
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Music Profile: Buddy Miller
Suite101 probes the career of Buddy Miller, one of the top guitarists in America today, as he and his wife Julie release their second album.
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Buddy and Julie Miller "Written in Chalk"
Buddy and Julie Miller have exceeded critics lofty expectations with their extraordinary new album, "Written in Chalk."
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Woody Guthrie in New York City
From "California to the New York Island," Woody Guthrie traveled America. In New York City, he went from being a folk musician to being the leader of the Folk Scene.
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The Politics of Woody Guthrie
It's true, the writer of "This Land is Your Land" was actually a dedicated Communist. Read on for more about the politics of America's greatest folk singer.
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Ten Facts: Woody Guthrie's Childhood
Woody Guthrie's tragic childhood made him the man that he grew to be. Below are ten facts, integral and interesting, about the Folk legend.
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Free Guitar Lesson: The Complete Blues Scale
Suite 101 risks life, limb, and finger cramps to reveal the secret language of the Blues. Behold, the Complete Blues Scale
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Fifteen Facts About Pete Seeger
Pete Seeger is one of the great patriarchs of American Music. Celebrate his 90th birthday and learn about the man and his legacy.
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How to Make a Steel Drum
A steel drum is an easy way to introduce children to drums and Caribbean music. Below are instructions to create a home made steel drum
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The History of the Steel Drum
The sound of a steel drum evokes images of beaches and pina coladas, but its history is far from those placid pictures.
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How To Use the Blues Notes For Guitar
Before you can be a great guitarist, you must master the Blue Notes: the Minor Third, Flatted Fifth, and Minor Seventh.
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Early Days of the Blues
A chance encounter at a train station led to the birth of that most American of music genres, the Blues.
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The Blues Comp and the Riff
Guitarists, time to feel the groove. Read on for a lesson in Blues comping and the sacred art of the riff.
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The Origin of the Blues
Suite101 investigates the origins of one of the most important music genres of the 20th century, The Blues.
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Beginner Blues for Guitarists
Newbies, pick up your Strat Squires and gather round. It's time for a lesson in the Blues.
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Irish Songs of Outlaws and Highwaymen
Suite101 sings soft and low of the gypsies, tramps, and thieves of Ireland, examining three of the most popular songs of the rogue.
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Irish Folk Songs of War and Martyrdom
With harp and fiddle, the Irish sing of battles won and lives lost. Below are the stories behind four of the most popular: The Patriot Game, Mrs. McGrath, and others.
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Traditional Irish Folk Songs Not from Ireland
Not every great Irish song is from Ireland. In fact, some of the most famous were not written in Ireland at all. Read on for their stories.
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Robert Plant, Alison Krauss Plan Second Album
Riding high on their triumphant Grammy victories, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss are following up Raising Sand with a second album, in preproduction now.
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Ten Facts About Leadbelly
He was a hard-living man with a bad temper and a 12 string guitar, but he shaped the music of the 20th century. Meet Leadbelly, "King of the 12-string Guitar."
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The Five Greatest Civil Rights Songs
To honor all those that stood side by side to ensure freedom for all, Suite101 counts down the five greatest songs of the Civil Rights Movement.
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Nobel Peace Prize for Pete Seeger?
Pete Seeger has been a pivotal voice in American and World politics for 70 years. But does he deserve a Nobel Peace Prize for it?
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More Easy Love Songs For Guitar
Wine, roses, and song. What more does one need for a romantic Valentine's Day? Below, Suite101 provides the songs.
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Steve Earle to Re-Release "The Mountain"
Steve Earle, Alt Country savant, is rereleasing his album, "The Mountain," recorded with the Del McCoury Band in 1999.
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Five Easy to Play Love Songs for Guitar
Looking to turn your Valentine's Day up a notch? Try performing one of these easy to play songs. Balcony not included.
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The True Story of John Barleycorn
Suite101 answers the question that has plagued folk singers for centuries: who is John Barleycorn, and why must he die?
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Interview: Jerre Haskew of The Cumberland Trio
Take a look into the mind of Jerre Haskew, guitarist for veteran Folk band The Cumberland Trio, as he sits down with Suite101.
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New Robert Bradley's Blackwater Surprise Album
Robert Bradley's Blackwater Surprise releases their fifth studio album, a stunning CD named "Out of the Wilderness" that may be the best Soul Album of the year.
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The Cumberland Trio
The story of the Cumberland Trio is the story of a dream that would not die, but was willing to take a long nap. Read about this famous cult folk band, touring 40 yrs on.
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Martin Luther King in Song
Consider honoring Martin Luther King this year with a set list of songs that do the same. Below are five songs doing just that.
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Bruce Springsteen Signs Deal With Wal-Mart
The Boss's latest deal with Wal-Mart has his fans scratching their heads and wondering "Did Bruce Springsteen sell out?"
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Traditional Influences on Contemporary Music
Folk music's influence can be seen all over modern music. Below are three songs that had a tremedous impact on the music of today.
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Francis James Child and the Child Ballads
Francis James Child's work, The English and Scottish Popular Ballads, was the first major attempt to collect the Folk tradition of Western Europe.
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Review: Blessid Union of Souls
Midwestern Pop-Rockers Blessid Union of Souls return to the public eye with their first album in three years, Close to the Edge.
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Folk Musician Odetta Passes Away at 77
Odetta was one of the greatest voices of the 20th century. The civil rights activist passed away on Decmeber 2, 2008, in New York City.
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What is Folk Music?
Folk Music has been with us since the beginning, the realm of the workers and common people. The history of Folk is the history of civilization.
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Bed and Breakfasts in Orange County New York
If vacationing in the Hudson Valley of New York, consider a bed and breakfast in historic, hilly, and breathtaking Orange County.
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Bed and Breakfasts in Westchester County
Looking to recharge? Maybe have some romantic time alone? Westchester County in New York has the answer in its many beautful bed and breakfasts close to New York City.
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Bed and Breakfasts in Rockland County, New York
Rockland County, New York is only thirty minutes from New York City. Below are several options for Bed and Breakfasts.
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How to Have a Happy Festivus Party
Seinfeld's fictitious holiday continues to outlive the show that spawned it and has become a legitimate celebration. Here's how to throw a happy Festivus party.
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The Five Best Overlooked Holiday Movies
Sick of "It's a Wonderful Life?" Had too much "A Christmas Story?" Then try this collection of forgotten holiday classics.
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Skiing in the New York City Area
Skiing for New Yorkers? Yes, within an hour from the Big Apple are excellent ski resorts ready for the urban skier to carve.
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Visiting the Hudson River School
Fans of American history and art are welcome to explore the many sights of the Hudson River Art Trail, including the homes of artists Thomas Cole and Frederic Church.
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The Not-So-Secret History of Mountain Creek Park
Beneath the luxury and family fun of Mountain Creek park lies a legacy of laughter, tears, and many, many head injuries. Behold, the twisted history of Action Park.
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