Karl Knutson Boutique Entertainment - Band or DJ?
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Band or DJ? Why choose? BAND. DJ. PHOTOBOOTH.
Want the ELEGANCE of a BAND but the PARTY of a DJ? Imagine walking into cocktail hour to a live band...Elegance...check...the bridal party lines up, the singer of the band becomes the DJ...Introductions, cake, toasts, music...and the rest of the night is an amazing blur! Party...Check. Who else does that?? No Cheese. No excess talking. Just good music and good vibes. Add ons all day - Add a 🎷 to the Dj music for an East Coast wedding style! Put a photo booth in front of the dance floor to capture crazy boomerangs. With Karl Knutson Boutique Entertainment, there are so many unique things we can do with sight and sound to make your day BOTH elegant AND crazy fun. Just like you! 85% of people say the MUSIC is the most important thing at a wedding! That's because people remember how they felt. Karl Knutson Boutique Entertainment pays attention to ramping the energy the entire night. Start to finish! To make you and your guests leave wishing it was just a little longer... My favorite quote from a bride... “I have never seen anyone go from singing amazingly with a live band sounding like frickin’ Michael Buble during cocktails to leading the event with high energy as the MC to rocking the dance floor as the Dj all in one night in one person! HOW?? They need to clone this guy! One of a kind. He made our wedding the stuff of legends." ~Samantha H. Band or DJ? Why Choose?
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Veteran-owned Business
Equipment
Sound Equipment
Music Genres
Arabic, Bluegrass, Bollywood, Celtic, Classical, Country, Dance, Disco, EDM, Flamenco, Folk, Hip-Hop, Indian, Jazz, Latin, Mariachi, Persian, Polka, Pop, R&B, Rock, World Music
Music Services
MC Services, Recorded Music, Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties, After Party, Wedding, Ceremony, Reception
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Karl Knutson Boutique Entertainment - Band or DJ? Reviews
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Karl did an awesome job on our wedding from start to finish. The ceremony music flowed seamlessly, his singing during cocktail hour made us seem way cooler and classier than we are, and he kept the reception moving at an excellent pace with lot...
s of dancing! We were so pleased and would recommend him to anyone!
Karl is AMAZING! Great to work with, fun personality! His live singing and DJ skills are incredible and my guests had a blast. Highly recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 12/19/2022
Thank you so much!!!
I will never stop talking about Karl!! Our wedding was a perfect blend of classy, entertaining, and an absolute party. We had Karl sing solo for cocktail hour, and the guests were so impressed!! He kept our dance floor packed ALL NIGHT! Ever si...
nce our wedding, people are constantly telling us that it was the best party they’ve ever been to. Karl was professional, kind, and really listened to what we wanted to ensure our day was exactly as we dreamed it. He became a part of our friend group for the night! I will forever recommend Karl to anyone who gets married!!!
KARL! He is the absolute best! I was referred to him by a friend for my wedding and he was better than I could imagine! We had his small band during cocktail hour & him Dj during the reception. EVERYONE from 19-87 years old was dancing all nigh...
t. He was also an amazing MC, conducting the night to make it seamless. If you want a reliable musician that gets all crowds going… hire Karl.
If you’re looking for a DJ who can keep the dance floor alive, sing, and be available for any question or concern you have leading up to your big day, look no further than Karl. He was an amazing part of our day and I truly can’t say enough goo...
d things about him. He cared about our vision for our big day, and provided expert advice & insight when needed. We never had a dull moment on the dance floor. Karl played music through the decades that kept all of our guests happy, and was a fantastic emcee that kept our night moving smoothly. Everyone we talk to tells us how amazing our DJ was! I would highly recommend Karl for DJ, band, and emcee needs!!
Karl was an absolutely amazing part of our wedding day. We had some rain which meant our strings were unable to preform a prelude and postlude, but Karl was ready to go with some music so our guests still had something to listen to. The recepti...
on was fun and upbeat, and he made sure to play all the songs that were special to us. We booked him because he was also the DJ for my sisters wedding, and now our family wants to book him for every wedding in the future! I cannot recommend him enough!
Karl was nothing short of amazing when it came to providing the music for our wedding from the ceremony, to cocktail hour, + the reception. Karl was communicative, collaborative, and responsive to all our vision + wants for our wedding. The gue...
sts at our wedding raved about Karl's voice at cocktail hour, and LOVED the music for dancing after dinner. Karl truly had every single person on the dance floor, and kept the party alive and going the whole night. Guests have already inquired about Band or DJ for their own events and weddings! BOOK HIM- YOU'LL BE AMAZED.
Karl was amazing! He was able to connect us with a keyboardist to play at our ceremony. Would also highly recommend that he sing at your cocktail hour. He also kept the dance floor filled! We only gave him 3 must plays and he was able to create...
an entire set that we loved. Our friends and family say it is one of the most fun weddings they've ever attended.
Thank you soooo much Karl for saving the day for my daughter's wedding! Our original DJ retired last minute with no notice so I was in a time crunch to find a new DJ. The first person i thought of was Karl. He sang with a pianist during cockta...
il hour then reception time he was DJ extraordinaire! We are former classmates so I've seen his videos on his Facebook page and he didn't disappoint! I had so many people at the wedding asking me where I found him, and that he is awesome! He kept the dance floor full all night long! He also had a photo booth that everyone had a lot of fun with too. I would highly recommend him for any of your events.
Karl was an absolute dream to work with! He is so funny and personable! He made the DJ planning process so easy! We hired Karl for the Signature package (piano, upright bass, and drums) for cocktail hour, DJ during dinner and dancing, and cerem...
ony sound. Our guests LOVED the band! Karl is an amazing emcee and fellow Illini! He threw in so many Illini references throughout the evening. Karl kept the dance floor grooving the entire night and totally nailed our request of “90s house party vibes meets Country Thunder”! Karl made our day even more magical with his charisma. We will recommend Karl forever and ever!
Karl was absolutely amazing!! From singing during cocktail hour to introductions and beyond - he was so much fun! We truly could not have asked for a better person to hype up our wedding. Thank you so much!!
Karl was beyond professional in all of our interactions. He provided an amazing entertainment experience for our guests!
Karl was absolutely amazing at our wedding! He sings beautifully! Our guests were amazed that it was actually him singing. His niche of singer and DJ is the perfect combination of 2 styles of wedding. Who says you have to choose?! Besides his e...
ntertainment, he was very organized and moved us through the schedule of the wedding with ease. Karl was able to make minor adjustments on the fly for a completely seamless night.
Response from the Vendor on 03/08/2022
Thank you so much!! You guys were so kind and thoughtful! Thanks for trusting me!
BOOK. KARL. NOW. Literally everyone at our wedding talked about how good Karl was and they grabbed plenty of business cards from him throughout the night. He helped us through picking songs for the special moments, brought all the energy throug...
hout the night, sang during our cocktail hour and took the house down, and accommodated our request for Karaoke during dancing which was the biggest hit. Best DJ you can snag in the Chicagoland area trust us. Just do it and know you won't be disappointed.
We hired Karl for our winter wonderland wedding reception and he did not disappoint!! The jazz trio at cocktail hour was amazing and I would 100% recommend going that route because our guests loved it! Karl made everything fun and easy which is...
a big plus for us. He kept everyone dancing all night and he was by far the best wedding DJ I’ve ever seen! Definitely would recommend!!
Wow! Karl made our wedding reception dreams come true. He is capable of keeping the dance floor full the entire night and that is exactly what he did! Before the night was even over I had friends and family asking for his contact info for their...
own weddings! I hope to run into Karl at all those weddings because it’s sure to be the best time!
Karl was PHENOMENAL! He made the entire night a party from start to finish, and the dance floor was always full. The live cocktail hour music was a great bonus and super convenient. We received so many rave reviews about him from our friends a...
nd family (seriously, people were petitioning for him to join us at the afterparty), and we would absolutely recommend him for any wedding or event.
Response from the Vendor on 01/10/2022
Wow! Thank you!!! I am so happy you are happy!!
Karl did an absolutely amazing job for our wedding. His musicians and voice during cocktail hour were incredible. It set the perfect tone to the rest of the reception. We had so many guests asking for his contact information for future events! ...
He set up the best wedding entrance I've ever seen, my husband and I still get chills remembering that moment! Everyone was up dancing all night and he perfectly choose the music to fit our vision. You NEED to book him for your wedding!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/04/2022
Thank you so much! What a beautiful day!!
Karl and his company are the total package. From our first conversation my husband and I knew we waned to book Karl. Karl was very easy to get ahold of and answered every question with grace. He was even available 48 hours before the wedding to...
calm my nerves - he had everything covered and was there to ease the "pre wedding anxiety" Karl's voice is AMAZING and adds that extra special touch to our wedding. My family and friends cannot stop talking about Karl - You will not be disappointed. BOOK TODAY!
Response from the Vendor on 12/31/2021
Awww!! Thank you!!! So glad you are happy!!
Karl
Karl weas great at asking what we wanted, confirming we were on the same page, and keeping the dance floor packed.
I highly recommend him.
Karl is the absolute man! From playing live during cocktail hour to mixing during the reception, Karl kept the party going all night long. He listened to our music preferences, and made sure everything was perfect. Karl is by far the best and m...
ost fun DJ we have ever seen at any wedding, and we cant thank him enough. You would be crazy not to hire him for your wedding, and if you do, make sure you have him do some live singing as well. His voice is something special!
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2021
Thanks, Brotha! You guys are the kindest and coolest! Thanks for havin me!! God bless!!
Karl
“Wow” is the word that comes to mind when describing how wonderful our experience was with Karl. We had to postpone our wedding due to the pandemic like many other couples. Karl worked with us so well, was organized, had great communication and...
made our wedding night an absolute fairytale. From the band playing during cocktail hour to Karl keeping our guests on the dance floor all night long made for smiles we haven’t seen on our family and friend’s faces for a long time in light of the pandemic. I would highly recommend Karl for any event if you’re looking to have a great time, dance the night away and make memories.
Response from the Vendor on 09/17/2021
Aww! Thank you so much! Soooo much fun!! I’m so grateful for reviews like this!! Thank you so much!
Karl
Guests have not stop raving about how Karl handled the music . From the microphones to the processional music to start the wedding was very well thought of. Karl took care of the music for the cocktail hour where the guests were entertained by ...
a 4 piece band. Being the mother of the groom I didn’t really hear the music because we were taking pictures. At the reception itself the music and the professionalism of Karl
was exceptional. Did I tell you that he has an awesome voice too! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Karl to anyone who needs the services of a top notch DJ.
Response from the Vendor on 09/16/2021
Aww! Thank you so much!! What an AMAZING night! Thank you for having me!!
Karl is incredibly talented and will set the perfect mood for your wedding or event. We have had him out to the Farm numerous times for weddings & events and he is such a pleasure to work with! His professionalism is top-notch and he brings a f...
un atmosphere to the whole process. You will not be disappointed!
Response from the Vendor on 07/13/2021
Awww! I love you guys so much. You make it fun and feed me like a king! Ha ha! Best wedding food out there! Hands down! :) Say hi to Carl the cat and his entourage.
We booked Karl for our wedding at Danada House. We were intrigued by Karl when we saw his “Band or DJ, why choose?” tag line. We were 100% sold on Karl being the right choice immediately after our first conversation with him.
Leading up to the...
wedding Karl was professional and organized while also staying his laid back self. Any question or concern was answered and solved with a quick phone call or text. He was so responsive to what we wanted to do to make our big day a dream come true.
We chose the package where Karl sang live during cocktail hour. The guests raved about the performance! Our older guests swooned over the crooner style and our younger guests loved the way he put a twist on the modern hits. When we transitioned to the reception, Karl become DJ extraordinaire! He kept the dance floor FULL for the entire reception. Karl has an amazing ability to read a crowd and know what is going to keep all guests happy.
We also chose to add on the photo booth option - DO IT! We will cherish these photos forever because it’s all of our guests having a great time and being their fun, goofy selves. There was rarely a moment the photo booth wasn’t in use.
Thank you Karl for making our wedding day one that we and our guests will never forget!
Response from the Vendor on 07/12/2021
Wow! It’s like you captured exactly what I hope people notice! I am so happy that you felt all that I was trying to give you guys!! Makes it so worth it! You two are kind people also and that makes me extra thoughtful. Thank you thank you!! ...
We loved loved Karl as our DJ! He sang during our cocktail hour and his voice is INCREDIBLE! My nephew was entranced with his voice and songs, and Karl made him feel extra special! He helped start the party off super well, and everything went s...
o smoothly! We added on a self-service photo booth that was so much fun!
Response from the Vendor on 07/08/2021
Awww!! Thank you!!! Such a great day!!! Thank you for trusting me!! :)
Wow - Karl + his musical friends. You absolutely killed it for our wedding!! We could have never imagined such incredible music from the start of our wedding day to the very end. Karl came early in the day to do a sound check in our two story v...
enue and let me say when I heard music bumping from the second floor while sitting in the first floor bridal suite I knew our dance party would come alive that evening. Through Karl we had a ceremony piano player, the full band for cocktail hour, sax + tracks for dinner, and best of all, Karl and his amazing music for our reception dance party. Adam + I along with our guests never stopped dancing, my bridesmaids were wiping me down with cocktail napkins I was so sweaty from dancing. Although we provided Karl a little guidance on songs he absolutely crushed the playlist and listened to exactly what we wanted and more! I cannot recommend Karl enough and have non stop been reminiscing over how amazing he made our big day. He is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and a master at all musical aspects for a wedding. A bonus - his mobile photo booth was an absolute hit with our guests! The perfect way to snap laid back candid moments. He will absolutely be a highly recommended vendor to any of our friends + family getting married. I am already trying to brainstorm any life events I can hire him again for!
Response from the Vendor on 06/28/2021
Wow! This means so much! You were so fun to work with and LOVED learning about the Lithuanian culture and blending that in! So beautiful! I don’t think I have ever had anyone dance to my band during cocktails but, they couldn’t contain themse...
lves and it fed my soul to play better for them!! I wish it ALWAYS happened!
Hope you guys had a great honeymoon! You were so lucky to pet the monkey! Ha! 🐒
Thank you for this beautiful review!!
Best DJ ever!! I 100% highly recommend you book him ASAP! He sang during my cocktail hour and sounded amazing. He interacted with my guests and got them excited for speeches, dances etc and most importantly he kept the dance floor full the enti...
re night!! 5 star performance!
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2021
Thanks, brotha!! Such a great day!!!
We loved our experience with Karl! He made our wedding unforgettable. We chose his three person band for our cocktail hour and it was PERFECT! Our guests kept commenting on how much they enjoyed the live music. If there is one thing I highly r...
ecommend... it's getting the live music/band. It was such a hit!! This piece made Karl stand out from all the other DJs. He also was hyping up the bridal party during pictures. He played the best pump up music for us as we transitioned from ceremony to reception. He is very attentive, wanting to know exactly what kind of music you like and what you want played on your day. His questionnaire really helped focus on songs that are an absolute “must” and an absolute "no" to play during the reception. He not only is a great MC, but he has an amazing voice of his own. He kept us and our guests happy the entire evening. He was very easy to get a hold of and had the fastest response times. He was so knowledgeable and helpful in organizing the flow of the evening, choosing the order and timing of certain songs. He ran the entire event once we stepped into the ballroom and did so effortlessly. We loved our experience with Karl and would highly recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 06/23/2021
Wow!! Thank you so much! It makes me so happy that you noticed all the things I try to do to make it perfect. So gratifying to see it appreciated. Such a fun day!!! Thank you sooooo much for this amazing testimony!!! ❤️
Karl went above and beyond his duties and blew our DJ/band expectations out of the water. He is responsive, diligent and pays attention to little details. He also has an incredible singing and speaking voice! You can tell he truly enjoys every ...
second of what he does. If you don’t book him you’re missing out!!!
Response from the Vendor on 06/23/2021
You guys mean so much to me! I give as much or more as I get and you guys made me feel part of your family! It’s especially meaningful to me that you were one of the first “post pandemic” weddings I did and I truly missed and needed it! Sooo ...
many blessings on you both! Thank you!
Karl
Karl was the DJ for our wedding last weekend. Throughout the planning process he was extremely accommodating and helpful. He sang live during our cocktail hour which was a huge hit. Our guests were on the dance floor the entire night with a mix...
of music that kept everyone’s interest. I highly recommend him for all your events!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/27/2021
Thank you, Molly!! You guys were SO fun! So glad you are happy!
Karl was fantastic from the very start! My husband had seen him DJ at a friend’s wedding and wanted him to be at ours! He responded very quickly to my questions and was easily reached! He was very flexible with all our last minute changes when ...
our ceremony musician couldn’t make it! We had Karl sing during dinner hour and I had so manny compliments from guests on how much they enjoyed his singing (myself included)!! He was funny and made sure that everyone was out on the dance floor all night! He made the whole night transition very smoothly! Highly recommend!
Karl hooked it up for our wedding!! First was the pianist, second was the last minute up lighting, and third was the amazing performance at the wedding!
Liza Micelli, the pianist, made a custom song for our processional! She is amazing boo...
k her for everything!
At the 11th hour we decided we needed up lighting and Karl was our last ditch effort and it worked out perfect!
The performance Karl gave at cocktail hour was amazing, but what really knocked our socks off was the performance he gave before he announced the bridal party! His dj abilities are on point as well he did a great job running the night and playing what the crowd wanted to hear. But if your looking for something to set your reception apart hire this man!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/11/2020
Thank you so much!! This made me smile huge! Such a fun night!!
This review is long overdue… we were married in September, 2018, and one of the best decisions we made for our special day was to choose Karl Knutson as our DJ/entertainment! We chose the package that included Karl and one other musician provid...
ing live music during cocktail hour, and then Karl being the emcee and DJ for the rest of the evening. Karl is very easy to work with and so accommodating. Our biggest request for our wedding was that everyone who came had a good time and danced. Karl kept the party going all night, and really played an awesome selection of music that got people out onto the dance floor. We have had numerous compliments from our guests on how great the music selection was and what a fun time they had at our wedding…this credit certainly goes to Karl. We saw people out on the dance floor that I never thought would have danced at our wedding…what a great surprise! We would recommend Karl 100% to anyone looking for a really great wedding DJ and entertainer! He is a really nice person, clearly cares about his profession, and will make your celebration a truly memorable event. We couldn’t be happier with Karl’s service!
I wish there were 10 stars here because Karl is AMAZING!!!
As soon as I was engaged Karl was the first person I contacted to book. I had been to a wedding that he had done and knew that I wanted him at mine. Music was one of the most important...
parts of our wedding because we were joining 2 different cultures with different music and dances. Karl blew us away!! Everyone was dancing all night long and he did a great job at melding the 2 different cultures music together.
On top of being an amazing DJ Karl has a voice like none other. Many of our family and friends could not believe it was him once he started singing. Karl is the total package, and if music is an important part to your wedding you are going to want him there!! <3
Fantastic! I booked the Signature package. My guest loved the Jazz band during the cocktail hour. It really started the night off right! The DJ service was also great.
Karl knows how to read a crowd and play the right songs to get people on th...
eir feet! I highly recommend Karl! You won’t be disappointed! Thanks Karl for everything!
We hired Karl's "Keys" package - before he became DJ, he sang alongside piano during our dinner (we had an outside cocktail hour, and he usually sings during cocktails, but was awesome enough to switch up his routine!) I've been to weddings whe...
re NO one is dancing and it's super awkward. After dinner, hardly a soul were sitting at their tables and almost everyone was having a great time! You can tell he loves what he does. I would recommend him anytime!
Response from the Vendor on 09/22/2017
Thank you so much! It was my sincere pleasure!
Karl
Karl was awesome! Great vocals and DJing!! He kept everyone on task and did a great job! Would recommend him 100%
We enjoyed every second of our wedding day and it couldn't have happened so perfectly without Karl as music/wedding director! Not only was the music fun and got people dancing but he can REALLY sing and it made our ceremony even more wonderful!...
I would recommend him again and again. Thanks Karl for helping create music magic on a day I will never forget.
I attended an event where Karl was the DJ. He was wonderful at engaging the participants and he had an amazing voice to supplement our not so great karaoke moments. He was funny, charismatic and just what the party needed! I would highly recomm...
end him to anyone looking for a quality performer!
best dj that I have ever heard. Keeps the party going.
Karl has the utmost upbeat personality to keep the party alive and kickin'. He plays a wide range of music as well as offers live music. Would highly recommend!
I have seen Karl perform on many occasions. His voice is beautiful. He can sing any type of music. His band/jazz trio is amazing. He is the total package when it comes to this type of entertainment. It's no wonder he is voted one of Naperv...
ille's best!
We attended a wedding where Karl was the star entertainer. What a great, high energy show! Everyone had a great time and danced! Karl has an amazing voice. He made the event really memorable. Thanks Karl!
Karl is the BEST!!! He got and kept the crowd going! He sang he played the best music. Was a total doll to work with. You canNOT go wrong booking Karl for your event!!
Karl was very professional during our ceremony and SO MUCH FUN during the reception. He was very easy to work with and took all of my last minute changes without complaint (& there were quite a few...oops!)! I am so happy we asked him to sing...
while our guests were getting seated for the reception and during our first dance. Karl did an awesome job of reading the crowd and choosing songs that everyone would enjoy. He got EVERYONE up and dancing and made our special day that much better. Our guests are seriously still talking about his vocal performance (6 months later!). I was more than satisfied with Karl's overall professionalism and amazing vocal talents.
If you're looking for a fabulous vocalist, excellent DJ, and all-around fun loving guy, Karl is your man! I have recommended him many times since our wedding and know that any other bride would be thrilled with his service.
My fiancée and I contracted with Karl for our wedding and when our big day came we couldn’t have been more happy! Karl is a great DJ, he played all the songs you want to hear- old and new. His personality is really dynamic, all of our guest rav...
ed about his skill and “stage presence”. But what I absolutely loved was his singing. Karl is an extremely talented vocalist, I categorize it as “jazzy”. What just won me over with Karl was his beautiful rendition of my favorite song that he sang as my bridal party did their processional. He actually sought out, bought tracks, recorded and sang this song during the ceremony. I was incredibly nervous as the ceremony began but as soon as he began singing my anxiety washed away! I can’t say enough about him, he is professional and responsive, reasonably priced but at the end of the day just a nice, talented guy. We couldn’t have been more pleased, he added to our wedding in a very special way!
I have attended a few events where Karl Knutson has been Master of Ceremonies and also DJ & Band. He is incredibly talented, charismatic, and has a great sense of humor and quick wit. He has a way of reaching everyone and makes sure they are a...
lways having fun. His voice is truly amazing, when he sings acapella it gives you goosebumps. Karl is very professional, talented, and a lot fun! He's exactly what every successful party needs!
I met Karl at a bridal show where I heard him singing live and I knew that I had to have him at my wedding! He met with us ahead of time to plan which was so nice of him, as a stressed out bride this was a huge sigh of relief. On the day of the...
event it was the one part of the whole wedding I did not have to worry about. We requested a few specific songs and gave him creative liberty for the rest and he blew our minds. He had all of our family and friends involved in the night and having a great time, which is what every couple dreams of on there big day. We would highly recommend Karl he is incredibly talented and charismatic!
It wasnt until recently that I truly understood the value of a good dj. I received Karl Knutson's name from a mutual acquaintance who expressed extremely high regard for his talent. As mother of the bride, I did my due dilligence by researching...
his work online and playing some of his music for the family. The wedding was last weekend; I can promise you, if you are searching for a dj or singer/performer, look no further. This guy is a consumate professional with a singing voice that brought tears to my eyes. Literally. My daughter presented him with her favorite song and not only did he sing it live whilst they walked down the aisle, but he also recorded it for her to enjoy forever. The rendition is breathtaking. He has a feel for what people want to hear and guests loved the combination of recorded music and live singing. He handled his role as Master of Ceremony with experienced ease and confidence. He is naturally charismatic and has a very good sense of humor, but not in a cheesy way. Since this has gotten so long already, i might as well add that he drove over an hour to get to our venue and was very gallant even when faced with having all of us older gals swooning over him. This guy never missed a beat and has the voice of an angel. Yes, thats what i said, see for yourself. Not a single regret.
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