Devoting his life style during this period to faithful discipleship and growing in the "grace and knowledge" of his new found "Lord", Donnie served as "Praise Leader" for one of Nashville's leading "Full Gospel" churches. From time to time Elvis would request that Donnie sing one of his "own" original love songs. [1], Later in 1949, J. D. Sumner left the Dixie Lily Harmoneers and moved up to Atlanta, Georgia, where he joined the Sunshine Boys. Theres a lot of ways to be a help to somebody and Ill proudly use all of them.. I dont do the little ones and I dont go overseas. 19 Nov 1924 Lakeland, Polk County, Florida, USA, 16 Nov 1998 (aged 73) Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina, USA, Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA Show Map. . In the last six or seven Celebrating the Life of Donnie Sumner - YouTube 0:00 / 12:14 Celebrating the Life of Donnie Sumner Ryan Sumner 60 subscribers Subscribe 107 Share 11K views 2 years ago This video. He also established the National Quartet Convention along with James Blackwood to showcase the various quartets in the industry and the convention became an annual festival and mainstay in the industry that continues to this day. He said Elvis said to call and see how I was doing. "Well, I'll start by telling you when J.D. It was then that he decided to walk away from it all. That same spinning of survival after death has been around for years. time when everybody got religion, but nobody was living the life they were Since then, he has served as a minister of music, evangelist and pastor. Favorite Musician: Anthony Burger going through a domestic problem. He said of that work, Aw, I stay in the studio from six-thirty or seven oclock in the mornin to about eight or nine at night, five days a week.. Sumner agreed and the Stamps Quartet joined Elvis in November 1971. Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. If he was still alive, first of all, he would've never let anything happen to his close friends. My only desire is to cause somebodys life to be better because I passed through it. They split their time between Atlanta and Wheeling, West Virginia with the occasional trip to Hollywood to sing in Western movies. I tell you what, Randy, it dont take any courage. Jennifer: What song has been an encouragement Southern Classics. Thats the best part of the whole piece is if I can help somebody.. Most everything else on the tape, I did it, I was Favorite Scripture: Phillipians 4:13 When I left Elvis and got sober, the first time I ever went to an airport, I saw a big red sign that said, Terminal and I dont fly unless its an absolute necessity. The only thing that would make my life any better Donnie Sumner will be in concert at First Baptist Church on Sunday, Sept. 4. Instead, you walk away from the King of Rock and Roll. still up and running. Donnie's Appearance Schedule Be sure to call to make sure no times and dates have changed before you travel a long distance. I try to work at least two services Who invented Google Chrome in which year? Donnie: I would like to have written He The third was to tell folks that there is a good life and that you only attain it by faith in Christ and I try to interweave all that stuff tell it like a grandpa, make it funny and tell them the truth at the end of each chapter.. The Bible is full of truth about eternity and wisdom on how we should live our lives while we are still here on earth. the Gaither Homecoming Videos. Donnie: The thing that I would like to do Donnie Sumner, backup singer for Elvis, and leader of VOICE gospel singing group, and owner of Sumner and Associates music recording company. And, then, I was in a little town called Lenoir City, Tennessee, where I did a concert. That may be true, but both Sherill Nielsen and Ed Enoch claim the same thing. Jennifer: Are there any certain aspirations I reserve Tuesday-Friday for my home life and I try to always leave on Aside from his incredibly low bass voice, Sumner's business acumen helped promote Southern Gospel and move it into the mainstream of American culture and music during the 1950s and 1960s. The group toured and recorded with Presley from November 1971 until Presley's death in 1977. Who are the family members of Donnie Sumner? "[6], For 18 years, Sumner held the Guinness World Record for recording the lowest bass note. Donnie Sumner is listed in the credits for the following albums: Donnie Sumner, raised the son of a minister, is no new comer to the world of Christian music. Net Worth. Jennifer: Who has had the greatest influence Having devoted over forty years of his own life to the world of music, Donnie has carried on the tradition of others in his family who have also made their mark in this industry. A Prayer for Joy Unspeakable - Your Daily Prayer - December 9. three goals, startin at the bottom: To put down on a piece of paper as much of my story as I could to tell my grandkids. He said, Donnie, what do you want them to say about you when they pass by and look at you? I said, Ed, I truly hope that somebody looks down at me and says, Golly! of the program, but I think my face was redder underneath that make-up A new version of Last.fm is available, to keep everything running smoothly, please reload the site. In 1954 a leading gospel group based in Memphis, the Blackwood Brothers Quartet, lost two members in a plane crash and Sumner joined the group as their bass singer. Finally, J.D. Gospel Music had a serious decline there for quite awhile, and then thanks People say I talk like him, act Donnie Sumner is a Southern Gospel singer and songwriter. Touched Me, simply by reason of the fact that this song probably comes Having devoted over forty years of his own life to the world of music, Donnie has carried on the tradition of others in his family who have also made their mark in this industry. I asked Sumner what his reactions and thoughts were on that fateful day. Already being aware of Donnie's musical abilities and stage personality, early in 1973 Donnie was asked by Elvis to again become a part of his entourage and personal "family". I just kind of very casually swept my hand in front A simple quote is in my book: If you eat a bowl of cherries, the only thing youve got left is the pits and too much candy will make you sick. I had lost my voice, my family and I had absolutely come to the end and I had to make a change. programs a week. If He cant be there, for me not to show up. Sumner Redstone's birth name is Sumner Murray Rothstein. Yep, I dressed him. Recently, I became aware of a new book written by Donnie. Late in 1976, eleven months prior to the death of Elvis, Donnie having undergone a crucial emotional and drug related crisis and a subsequent spiritual "New-birth", resigned his position with Elvis and became actively involved in the pursuit of a "Faith walk with Christ Jesus". The cream rose I had the hairdresser come in and we fixed his hair and I had so-and-so cosmetologist come in and put on his make-up. I asked him all these questions and he convinced me by the answers that he gave that it really was Elvis and that he was dead. It surpasses Rock and Roll, it surpasses Opera, and it You dont have to put on a football helmet and run at the gates of Heaven. If I can do it with a Scripture, Ill do it. Donnie Sumner is the nephew of JD Sumner and was lead singer for the stamps dureing the days of backing Elvis Presley. Donnie is the nephew of the late J. D. Sumner, nationally acclaimed as the worlds lowest bass singer. Both Donnie and J. D. were closely associated with the late Elvis Presley on both his stage appearances and his recordings. you have to break it up into what was, what is, and what is to come. Then, when they walk out the door and get in the car, I want them to say, Hmm, I didnt think about that while he was there. He heard my story and that night he decided to start a new life. male backup on all of the songs myself. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Sumner And The Stamps Donnie Sunmer is the nephew of the late J.D. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. it, dont forget the Rock, the greatest foundation in the world, the foundation Donnie: On my ministry, my father who was Web Site at: http://www.jennifercampbell.net. is still the only remaining form of music that you would find in the old My philosophy is I can get anything in life He is also a great lead gospel vocalist in his own right, and his love for Nielsen is immediately evident. As he said in his autobiography, "Gospel music is more than standing on a stage or a way to make a living. These include Darlene Love; Dr. Cissy Houston, Terry Blackwood, Armond Morales and Jim Murray, and Donnie Sumner, Bill Baize, Ed Hill and Larry Strickland. Spirit Ministries / Att. was the greatest influence on my life musically. The other one was March 6, 1970, when Because of the still-incredible appeal of Elvis Presley 35 years after his death, I asked Sumner if felt that people got the real message of his ministry as he intends it or are they emotionally responding to the memory of Elvis. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". Sumner has THE MINISTRY In December of 1979 with the encouragement and blessings of his Pastor, Donnie relinquished his music company to his Brother and business partner and yielded his life and talents to total Christian service and entered into full time "ministry". but an inspirational and a life-changing form of music. If I can do it by just walking around and being friendly, Ill do it. . He was a giant of a man, physically, spiritually, emotionally, and domestically. Yet, with that heavy work load in addition to his busy tour schedule of personal appearances and the occasional appearances with the Elvis Lives stage show (designated a Guinness World Record as the first tour that was top-billed by a non-living performer. out there by myself and I bumped into a song by Bill Gaither called Joy Need addtional information, permission to use an article/picture, and/or advertise on boomerocity.com. In 1962, J. D. Sumner became the manager of the Stamps Quartet, and three years later, he left the Blackwood Brothers to sing with them. called me and said that Elvis died. 5 Where did Donnie Sumner live before Hendersonville TN? Imagine this: Youve got what would appear to be one of the sweetest gigs in the world: singing back-up for Elvis Presley! Sumner was inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame as an individual in 1983 and with the Stamps earlier this year. Donnie is the nephew of the late J. D. SUMNER, nationally acclaimed as the "world's lowest bass singer." Both Donnie and J. D. were closely associated with the late ELVIS PRESLEY on both his stage appearances and his recordings. by reading A Conversation With Donnie Sumner., Donnies During his tenure of service as a "Stamp", Donnie was also awarded the SESAC AWARD as "Best Country Songwriter" in 1969 and was nominated in 1970 for a GRAMMY AWARD by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Science (NARAS) in the category of "Country Song of the Year for his work entitled "THE THINGS THAT MATTER". Ive got a brand new life. Donnie Sumner - Official Video for 'The Night Before Easter [Live]', available now!Buy the full length DVD/CD 'Joy In The Camp' Here: http://smarturl.it/JoyI. Donnie's professional career began in the early sixties. Leave it to Elvis. Feel free to contribute! Favorites It was during this time period that Donnie was seen on the Elvis, worldwide satellite television spectacular, "ALOHA FROM HAWAII ". Both of my children are married, In the last 10 15 minutes of my programs, I can concentrate an entire Sunday. (Sumner, Donnie's legendary uncle and bass singer for Elvis) was on the Geraldo show. They wouldve never got into any legal problems and Lisa Marie wouldve never gotten into some of the stuff that shes gotten into. He has devoted more than forty years of his life to the world of music, and he still carries on the tradition of J.D. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". These stories begged the question about Sumners opinion as to the claim that Elvis staged his death in August of 1977. Donnie H Sunmer, Donnie H Sumner, Don H Sumner and Donnie M Sumner are some of the alias or nicknames that Donnie has used. Saturday and get back home Monday. He also formed the National Quartet Convention, which became the biggest event on the Southern gospel calendar. Sumner, the deep voice who can be heard prominently on Elvis's posthumous chart-topper, "Way Down". I asked Donnie for his thoughts on his legendary uncle. Only the big ones. If we can inspire people to live better lives, we've performed a ministry.". Elvis Presley had used a former gospel group, the Jordanaires, on many of his hit recordings. "He (Elvis) helped saved my marriage, my health, my career, and ultimately, my life. Shortly after Elvis's death, Sumner and the Stamps released a tribute album, Elvis Has Left The Building (1977), and there were two further albums, Elvis's Favourite Gospel Songs (1977) and Memories Of Our Friend Elvis (1978). Many Elvis fans were moved by the beautiful collaboration. Since then, weve traveled more than a million and a half The biggest influence on my life would On this cue card, Donnie Sumner, a multi-talented veteran of musical performance, weaves together a fast-paced, well-planned, themed format of Sacredand Gospelrepertoire, utilizing standard, as well as, his own original compositions. Donnie's efforts are devoted to relating, to all who bear witness, the joyful message in both "Word and song" that God loves them and desires greatly to be their closest and most reliable companion and that thru Christ, life is victoriously possible. called he called about one oclock in the afternoon on the day Elvis died I really didnt think that Elvis was dead. Favorite Song: He Touched Me information that you would like to include, such as special tours or new Hes got a good voice. Donnie: In 1987, I was on PTL when they were Jesus says, I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard He looked distinctive with his grey hair and hand cupped over his ear as though he were receiving personal messages from the Saviour. and Hymns. Elvis would then get on the phone and say, I understand. than it had ever been in my life. I lived with him Donnie Sumner, a friend, a colleague and Elvis Presley's personal singer is coming to Bowling Green to share the gospel music and stories of his times with Elvis. In 1972 Donnie resigned from the Stamps Quartet and organized his own group, which was to become known as VOICE INC. With the new groups rising success came the opportunity for nearly a year to become resident members of Nashville 's famous "GRAND OLE OPRY". He (Presley) would fire you for using marijuana, he detested cocaine, and barely approved of me drinking. in my life was when I was on National television, on prime time, on the Ive He didnt wear his salvation on his arm sleeve. closer to telling my story than any that I know of. Sumner not only sang at Elvis' funeral but had previously sung at the funeral of Elvis' mother Gladys in 1958. In fact, after purchasing a bus that same year, the Stamps found themselves in five-figure debt. I was a brand-new Christian trying to get off drugs. Favorite Hobby/Interest: Fishing love, and in amid all of that be the kind of person that God would wish Having retired from what he refers to as "Show Business", for the next three. . He was my hero liked to have written and tell why. didnt want to be around me because I was trying to quit, and the church Watch current interviews with music and entertainment icons and influencers of the baby boomer generation as well as rising stars in music. If youve ever been around more than just one or two Presley fans at a time like, say, at Graceland you will know right away that among the mostly sane and normal people, there are a few who are, ah, heck! a period of about six or seven months, 20-30,000 times. read more. [10], In 1964, Sumner founded the Gospel Music Association with James Blackwood. A NEW BEGINNING When I got a chance to sing with him and the Stamps Quartet, I thought If he were alive, he would still be doing it in some fashion because it wouldve killed him not to do it. They smoked, drank, cavorted with women, etc. in time, what messages would you send to the young Donnie Sumner? to the top and those that were living the life remained, and those who for me to be. Since he brought up the end of his life, I asked Donnie what, when hes joined Elvis in leaving this building called earth, he hopes his legacy is and how does he want to be remembered. My life was still messed up. Played Himself - Band Member in "Elvis: Aloha from I wouldn't be on the road as much as I am, staying away from my family, if it were not so. But I never talked to Elvis again face-to-face. (n.d.). (During the years in which Sumner and the Stamps were backing Elvis, Sumners nephew, Donnie, who sang in the group, became a drug addict and was lured into the licentious pop music field.). You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Gospel Music at this point has become not only an exciting form of music, Its the only form of music that can do that. of everything I do. Of course, since that time I have done my own study After both of us laughing very hard at that comment, Donnie added, Yeah, I am absolutely positive that he is dead. covered me up. My most embarrassing moment It will include all of the songs that Ive done on on your life and ministry? As I stood up, I very He never brought it on stage with him. 60's, it was strictly a form of entertainment. Title. I had no idea what I was going to do when I quit the one I was in.. So, I would have to say that J.D. All user-contributed text on this page is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License; additional terms may apply. By this, he meant the way that Sumner would run down the scale and bottom out on the lowest note he could hit. ), Donnie found time to write a book. Sumner shared a couple of stories of some of the people his life has touched. in the studio, Im either helping my wife in the flowers or Im fishing. If he was still alive, first of all, he wouldve never let anything happen to his close friends. [citation needed] The quartet was headquartered in Tampa, Florida and was sponsored by the Dixie Lily Flour Company. He was the most human Christian gentleman that I had ever known other than my father. Sumner, his beloved Uncle. People never talked about J.D.s Christianity but all the examples of Christianity he possessed in great quantity. and put all forms of music in front of them with the greatest of performers Subscribe to our mailing list to keep up with the latest from Boomerocity.com. Elvis heard a record by the Stamps, liked it very much, and invited the group to join him on stage - if Sumner was singing with them. Donnie Sumner can be seen throughout Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii, and he also sang an impassioned version of "The Lighthouse" in the 1972 documentary, Elvis On Tour (for Elvis fans fortunate enough to attend Elvis Week 2010 in Memphis back in August, it was a moment to remember as he sang this song, receiving a standing ovation). http://www.donniesumner.com/about_donnie.asp. Donnie: To define Southern Gospel Music, Donnie Sumner - Official Video for "The Anchor Holds (Live)", available now!Buy the full length DVD/CD 'Red Rocks Homecoming' here: http://smarturl.it/RedRoc. well as, his own original compositions. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Donnie Sumner - Tour Coordinator Connect your Spotify account to your Last.fm account and scrobble everything you listen to, from any Spotify app on any device or platform. It was during this time period that Donnie was seen on the Elvis, worldwide satellite television spectacular, "ALOHA FROM HAWAII ". THE EARLY YEARS I want if I have enough people to get what they want. And I want them to understand that I did, in fact, work with Elvis. They wouldve never had any financial problems. When I called him up at his Hendersonville, Tennessee, recording studio, he was in the midst of mixing a new album for a southern gospel quartet. OWNER AND MANAGER at Donnie Sumner is presently Donnies occupation. probably had the greatest influence on my life. He acknowledged his employer's generosity and indeed, Elvis gave him a Lincoln automobile, a silver watch and a $40,000 diamond ring. VOICE INC., Donnie's group, was the opening act on all Elvis' personal appearances as well as an iatrical part of the vocal ensemble performing all of his stage back-up vocals. They would've never had any financial problems. in 1983. Sumner at the 78 Dove Awards. Presley hired Sumner & The Stamps as his back-up singers in 1971. Dream Vacation: Hawaii, Click He was found dead of a heart attack in his hotel room in Myrtle Beach, SC. Donnie's efforts are devoted to relating, to all who bear witness, the joyful message in both "Word and song" that God loves them and desires greatly to be their closest and most reliable companion and that thru Christ, life is victoriously possible. it said zipper. After the Stamps Quartet disbanded in 1980, Sumner with Hovie Lister, Jake Hess, Rosie Rozell, and James Blackwood formed the Masters V as a special consolidation of members of the Blackwood Brothers Quartet and Statesmen Quartet. After both of us laughing very hard at that comment, Donnie added, "Yeah, I am absolutely positive that he is dead. I hung up the phone and I started trying to find a flight to Memphis. So, I guess Thats it. He is included in The Guinness Book of Records as the world's lowest bass singer. [4] J. D. and The Stamps opened for Jerry Lee Lewis in 1980 in the United Kingdom, the Stamps only overseas performance. During the last three years of Donnie's service with J. D. Sumner and The Stamps, the late ELVIS PRESLEY employed him, along with the Stamps, as back-up vocalist on stage and recordings. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Favorite Food: Chinese or Ham the kind of husband, father, and granddad that would cause my wife, my 615-512-7565 You cant go no lower than the bottom., I asked Donnie if he had something to fall back on when he left Elvis, to which he replied, Not at all. OWNER AND MANAGER at Donnie Sumner is presently Donnies occupation. My main time is spent in the studio. If we do this, everything will come You can now see some of his choice work each month here on Boomerocity.com! most is to touch as many lives with the Good News of the Gospel as I possibly I tell you what: Ive been drug free for 35 years or more and I have been an ordained minister since 1979 and I still break out in a rash when I police car behind me on the road. Since childhood his favorite form of entertainment has been "GOSPEL MUSIC" with styles ranging from "Foot-stompin' - hand-clappin' revival tunes" to what has become known in today's market as contemporary sacred music. Favorite Soloist: David Phelps Geraldo asked him if he was certain that Elvis was dead. Thats what killed him to start with was that he thought he was losing it. We did a comedy "MR. SONG MAN" and "I MISS YOU". One of the books I bought (but no longer have) was one written by the late televangelist, Rex Humbard. Favorite Group: Martins Sumner sang in five quartets and was a member of the Blackwood Brothers during their 1950s heyday. So, what I did was when I came down Sumner responded quickly and unequivocally. of what I do, I do free for ministries. They left in 1971 following a dispute over pay with Elvis's manager, Colonel Tom Parker. bunch of people who live the lives that they sing about and are morally Presley was an avid fan of Southern Gospel music and groups such as The Blackwood Brothers and The Statesmen Quartet. a week in churches. Join Facebook to connect with Donnie Sumner and others you may know. Jennifer: Tell me a little bit about your it be? I call my work a blind side ministry. My daddys name is Russell Sumner and my existence today. He said, 'I am absolutely certain". Vaudeville show. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. [8][9], J.D. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Jennifer: Please tell me about any additional A vintage 1972 still representing J.D. routine during the intermission and it was like a clean, moral, and wholesome Sumner left behind his show-business career and created another music firm in Nashville. with it. Jennifer: Name a song that you would have Feel free to contribute! Take a crowd, not attuned to any particular form of music, I love you. world wouldnt accept me because I hadnt paid my dues yet. I It was also during this time he met Elvis Presley. I spent the rest of that day totally stunned by the news. How many lines of symmetry does a star have? A lot of Elvis fans, a goodly number of my old friends and a tremendous number of people who have kids in similar situations who want to give it to their kids and grandkids. I probably spend 40-60 hours a week in the studio during a four-day period. mini-revival, but for the most part I just work Sundays. Donnie also answers to Donnie H Sunmer, Donnie H Sumner, Don H Sumner, Donnie Summer and Donnie M Sumner, and perhaps a couple of other names. He can be seen on some of the Gather shows now. I always In 1965 he became the lead vocalist and arranger for J. D. Sumner and the STAMPS QUARTET and continued in this position for nearly eight years. Those were three beautiful days. For the next three years Donnie was a constant houseguest, companion and arranger and associate musician to his friend Elvis. upstanding folks. Hawaii" in 1973. As part of J.D. the center of everything we do. However, what is not debatable is the fact that, a) Elvis did sing a lot of gospel music while with friends and, b) that, among those friends was a gentleman by the name of Donnie Sumner who was one of Elvis back-up singers. He always stressed the positive side of Presley's personality and never admitted that Elvis took anything other than prescription drugs. a big production out of cutting that song off. But all the drugs begin to eat away at your heart and your health and you literally are about to jump off of a tall building. Here To Read The April Cover Story Featuring Southern Gospel Music Legends, Visit Jennifer's Late in 1976, eleven months prior to the death of Elvis, Donnie having undergone a crucial emotional and drug related crisis and a subsequent spiritual "New-birth", resigned his position with Elvis and became actively involved in the pursuit of a "Faith walk with Christ Jesus". Beautiful and powerful version of 'The Anchor Holds' on Bill and Gloria Gaither featuring Donnie Sumner, recorded Live. I am now victorious in all things and they can be, too, just by deciding that they want to believe on the Lord, Jesus Christ. Boomerocity.com is a website dedicated to the cultural interests of the Baby Boomer Generation. . Christian Rehab Centers this side of the Mississippi River. Donnie's Mother mad the best Chicken ans Dumplings! God said that He wasnt going to remember my sins. It was either die or start over and I chose to start over.. Other family members and associates include Elexus Sumner, Martha Sumner, Nona Sumner, Myra May and Robert Sumner. I know who I am and what I am in When my wife left me back in 1976, Comes in the Morning. Hold on my child, joy comes in the morning. John Daniel Sumner (November 19, 1924 November 16, 1998) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and music promoter noted for his bass voice, and his innovation in the Christian and Gospel music fields. is to be with my wife and be around Jesus. Donnie's Uncle Russel H. Sumner was my Pastor of the Church of God in Easton, Md. years Donnie endeavored to create a secular music firm in Nashville , Tennessee under the banner of SPIRIT AND ASSOCIATES. Id like to go back somewhere and do what I want to do but I gotta keep on being Elvis. I turned around and walked out of the hospital. mamas name is Nell Sumner. J. D. sang with the Blackwood Brothers Quartet from 1954 until 1965. I think Im going to try that and then cause their life tomorrow to be better than it was the day before because they had a good time at my program the night before. A Conversation With Donnie Sumner by Jennifer Campbell Donnie Sumner is definitely no newcomer to Southern Gospel Music. to you through some of the hardest trials of your life? For over . Before moving to Donnie's current city of Hendersonville, TN, Donnie lived in Lebanon TN. A kid had a local newspaper and I could see the headline that said something to the effect of, Elvis Heart Attack Victim. I came back years later and was the associate pastor of that church. In 1949, Sunny South manager Horace Floyd relocated the quartet to Orlando, but Sumner stayed behind in Tampa where he maintained the sponsorship and started a new group, the Dixie Lily Harmoneers, which he sang with for a few months. The major part singing a song and the Floor Director kept making crazy motions, and he out in August. It moves me every Continue Learning about General Arts & Entertainment. 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