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The Life and Times of Alex Chilton

Alex Chilton was a heavy smoker. He had a stroke and waited to call 911 because he didn't have health insurance. His relationship with music was all about analysis when listening and appreciating a piece of music. The one thing he was absolutely proud of was producing the cramps records. Alex loved life and people and usually befriended the underdogs.

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