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Roséwave: Lost Summer

Consider this the soundtrack for the summer that wasn't, with hopes of summers to come.
We danced in kitchens, took long drives, caught up in backyards or on video chat, watched weddings from our living rooms. We found ways to thrive.

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We're not ones to shy away from or discourage drama, but when that — paraphrased here for, you guessed it, dramatic effect — hit the feed, we got in our feelings. For those not already steeped in its pinkish hues, our annual roséwave aims to capture the spirit of the season: it's about your best

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