JW Francis Shines on His Fourth Album ‘SUNSHINE’
JW Francis executes his ideas with precision and shows exceptional growth while maintaining a firm root in the DIY lo-fi spirit. SUNSHINE is yet another example.
JW Francis executes his ideas with precision and shows exceptional growth while maintaining a firm root in the DIY lo-fi spirit. SUNSHINE is yet another example.
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