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John Reuben
John Reuben Zappin was born in Appleton, Wisconsin in 1973. He started writing songs early, influenced by artists like Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell. His...
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01.08.02
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5 Years To Write
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A Defensive Offender
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All I Have
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All In All
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Breathe
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Chapter 1
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Cool The Underdog
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Cooperate
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Curiousity
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Divine Inspiration
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Do Not
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Doin
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Draw Near
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John Reuben Zappin was born in Appleton, Wisconsin in 1973. He started writing songs early, influenced by artists like Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell.
His self-titled debut came out in 1999, followed by 'Are We There Yet?' in 2002. That album included 'Good Evening,' which became one of his better-known tracks. He also wrote songs like '01.08.02' and '5 Years To Write' around that period.
Some of his work touched on topics that sparked discussion, like the 2004 song 'Angry White Boy.' After taking a break, he returned with albums including 'The Boy vs. The Cynic' in 2010.
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