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This Earth Day Supporter Gave Us . . . PlasticThis Earth Day Supporter Gave Us . . . Plastic

A famous and highly influential musician and producer who enlists music in the fight for climate causes presses records made from a plant-based plastic through his charity. So far, so good, until you read the fine print.

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