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William S. Burroughs
Born: Feb 5, 1914 in St. Louis, MO
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Died: Aug 2, 1997 in Lawrence, KS
Biography: The elder statesman of literature's Beat Generation -- and, by extension, of the American underground culture -- few figures outside of the musical sphere exerted a greater influence over rock & roll than novelist William S. Burroughs. A provocative, controversial figure famed for his unique cut-up prose ...Read full biography
Dead City Radio
Dead City Radio
Released: 1990
Label: Island Records
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One of the best Burroughs recordings, Dead City Radio features the writer reading five previously unreleased pieces, along with selections from several of his books. The acerbic Burroughs wit is at its ...Read full review
Spare Ass Annie And Other Tales [Explicit Version]
Spare Ass Annie And Other Tales [Explicit Version]
Released: 1993
Label: Island Records
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A collaboration between Burroughs, producer Hal Willner, and politico-rappers Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy. It features Burroughs reading excerpts from seven of his books set to music by the Heroes, ...Read full review
More William S. Burroughs albums: Main Albums (10), Compilations (3), Singles & EPs (3), DVD/Video (2), Others (1)
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