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We deliberately used elements from Brazilian music and from African and Asian music. Now people can hear that but then i
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"We deliberately used elements from Brazilian music and from African and Asian music. Now people can hear that but then it sounded so abstract, they couldn't hear it"

- Arto Lindsay

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Arto Lindsay's quote speaks with the concept of cultural appropriation and the power of music to bring individuals together. He is referring to using aspects from Brazilian, African, and Asian music in his own work. He acknowledges that at the time, these components were so abstract that individuals couldn't acknowledge them. Nevertheless, he believes that by integrating these components, he was able to produce something new and unique that might bring people together.

This quote talks to the power of music to bridge cultural divides and create something brand-new. It likewise speaks to the value of recognizing and respecting the cultural impacts that have actually formed our music. By incorporating aspects from various cultures, we can create something that is both special and significant. This quote is a suggestion that music can be an effective tool for linking people from different backgrounds and cultures.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Arto Lindsay somewhere between May 28, 1953 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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