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| Shangri-La Projects | |
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| Founded | 1988 |
| Founder | Sherman Willmott |
| Genre | Indie rock, alternative rock, blues |
| Country of origin | U.S. |
| Location | Memphis, Tennessee |
| Official website | www |
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