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TIL that the song “Lisztomania” by Phoenix refers to a term coined for Franz Liszt, an early 19th century composer whose female fan base was known to go absolutely hysterical during his performances; screaming, fainting and fighting over Franz’s discarded articles of clothing and garbage.

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