There is something self-defeating in the too-conscious pursuit of pleasure. - Max Eastman

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The early gigs were pretty panicky - and great, sweaty fun. We were brand new to most people, and they were willing to take anything brand new, for the first time in years.

Max Eastman

There is something self-defeating in the too-conscious pursuit of pleasure.

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