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So basically the understanding on these so-called reissues is that they were done behind my back, without my permission,
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"So basically the understanding on these so-called reissues is that they were done behind my back, without my permission, and the band informed me that I would no longer be paid on them at all"

- Jello Biafra

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This quote by Jello Biafra is describing the unapproved reissues of his music. It appears that the reissues were done without his approval which he was not notified up until after the truth. He is revealing his frustration that he was not sought advice from or provided the opportunity to approve the reissues, and that he will not be getting any payment for them. This quote highlights the significance of artists having control over their work and being compensated for it. It also serves as a tip of the power of the music industry and how it can take advantage of artists who are not knowledgeable about their rights. It is a plain pointer of the need for artists to be knowledgeable about their rights and to protect themselves from exploitation.

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Jello Biafra This quote is written / told by Jello Biafra somewhere between June 17, 1958 and today. He was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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