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I discovered Elliott five years ago today, only after learning of his death. I had a radio show with my friend at our local college station and he made it a point to play an Elliott song at the top and bottom of each hour. I was completely overwhelmed. I've spent the last five years familiarizing myself with Elliott's life and music. Through good times and bad, his music has become an integral part of my life. I've often regretted not learning about Elliott until after he was gone, but that wouldn't have made me any more strongly about his music than I do today. I don't see this as the day Elliott was lost...I see it as the day he was found.

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