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April mailbag

This month: Music Emily loved as a teen she can't stand anymore. Plus! Easter candy!
The members of Ben Folds Five pose in front of a forested area. Ben Folds looks at the camera; the other two look away.
Ben Folds is never better than when he's wearing a silly little hat.

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