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1946:Fonarow, Wendy (2006).
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2343:Mumblecore
1882:2024-05-31
1854:2024-05-31
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1793:2024-05-31
1788:The Ringer
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2995:Dream pop
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2664:DIY ethic
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2604:Naïve art
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2873:Dolewave
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2599:Mail art
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2511:Fan game
2506:Homebrew
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2168:Netlabel
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