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In the early '80s, the growing American indie rock scene's beating heart could be found in none other than Athens, GA. Sometimes referred to as the "Liverpool of the South," Athens is everything anyone could want in a college town: endless charm, a harmonious balance between college kids and lingering locals, and a creative community with a relentless collective spirit.
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