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“Katy Lied” At 50
These days, many artists are going the DIY route because of the state of the industry. Steely Dan set the pattern with "Katy Lied."
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These days, many artists are going the DIY route because of the state of the industry. Steely Dan set the pattern with "Katy Lied."
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