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Words: Loren • April 26, 2017

Asian Man Records
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Mike Park (Asian Man Records)

SPB: What gives you the biggest sense of accomplishment through your years at Asian Man and as a part of the overall music scene?

Park: Developing lifelong friendships even when money and fame and power are usually the root of success in this corrupt business called the music business. This is my biggest accomplishments. When I constantly hear these nightmare stories of bands/labels fighting/suing each other and shit talking, I sit back and find solace in creating an oasis of good people whom I can call friends for life.  

Loren • April 26, 2017

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