"Eclectic is a word that appears almost as much as the word smarmy in rock journalism and I've come to the fact, just as a personal side, this reminds of Oscar Wilde's insight that criticism is the highest form of autobiography. I think that's exactly what rock journalism has attempted to do, to celebrate its autobiography at my expense."

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Source : Source: www.interviewmagazine.com

Van Dyke Parks

#Thinking Quotes #Criticism Quotes #Journalism Quotes

“In the end, the tragedy of Harold Wilson was that you couldn't believe a word he said”
“No matter where you go, no matter how many gifts you give and receive this holiday season, unless you are actually present, it all flies by as if in a dream. Satisfaction in anything--a meal, an interaction, a gift, a sunset--depends on your willingness to take it in. Breathe. Feel your arms and your legs. You are allowed to love every little thing about yourself and your life. You are allowed to take up space and be all that you are. Really you are.”
“Miracles prove nothing except to those whose faith is bought very cheap, sir.”
“It is always a temptation to a rich and lazy nation, To puff and look important and to say:- 'Though we know we should defeat you, we have not the time to meet you, We will therefore pay you cash to go away.'”
“Now thereâ€™s a joy inside I canâ€™t contain But even perfect days can end in rain And though itâ€™s pouring down I see You through the clouds Shining on my face.”
“I drink alone. Yeah, with nobody else. You know when I drink alone, I prefer to be by myself.”

Source : Song: I Drink Alone
“I will feel equality has arrived when we can elect to office women who are as unqualified as some of the men who are already there.”
“The impossible missions are the only ones which succeed.”

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