Band Quote by Walter Becker

“I'm glad we turned into a big-time touring band later in life. In fact, it's almost like we planned it out that way.” quote by Walter Becker — Download Open image

“I'm glad we turned into a big-time touring band later in life. In fact, it's almost like we planned it out that way.”

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