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The arcade game, Guitar Hero. I’ve got the full unit in my house. It’s so sad.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 31 August 2024 source ↗
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Excluding property, what is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?Originally asked
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I’ve been doing pilates for 25 years and I swear by it. I decided to kit out a room with pilates equipment – and I think it’s the most expensive thing I’ve invested in.
Guy Pearce
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A guitar – a 1959 Gibson 335.
A Porsche 911 Turbo.
Michael Stipe
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A page from Jim Morrison’s final notebook – I bought it as a birthday gift for a friend.
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My wife when I tried out some new material on her, said: “I’m sure the people who like you would like that.”
My complete lack of organisation that affects all part of my life – my living space, my being in touch with people, everything. I am a walking shitshow.
A comedian or rapper. You can tell by the way I’m dressed that I’m a frustrated rapper.
I worked at KFC, as a vegetarian, doing Friday and Saturday nights.
My children ending up anything like me.
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