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Creativity shouldnt be following radio it should be the other way around
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"Creativity shouldn't be following radio; it should be the other way around"

- Herbie Hancock

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In this quote, Herbie Hancock is stressing the value of imagination in the music market. He believes that real creativity ought to not be restricted or affected by what is popular on the radio. Rather, it must be the driving force behind what is used the radio. Hancock is recommending that artists need to not conform to what is already being played, but rather develop something special and original that will influence others. He is encouraging artists to break away from the mainstream and pave their own course, rather than merely following what is already successful. This quote highlights the worth of uniqueness and innovation on the planet of music.

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Herbie Hancock This quote is written / told by Herbie Hancock somewhere between April 12, 1940 and today. He was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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