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question:You are a helpful assistant, who always provide explanation. Think like you are answering to a five year old. Which entity is this text about? Michael "Jakko" Jakszyk (born Michael Lee Curran, 8 June 1958) is an English musician, record producer, and actor. He has released several solo albums as a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist and has been the lead singer for King Crimson since 2013. His work has been variously credited to "Jakko", "Jakko Jakszyk", and "Jakko M. Jakszyk". Before joining King Crimson, he led bands for over thirty years, including 64 Spoons, Dizrhythmia, 21st Century Schizoid Band, Jakszyk Fripp Collins, and Rapid Eye Movement. Signing a solo deal with Chiswick Records in 1981, Jakszyk began to record his debut solo album, Silesia, aided by Dave Stewart, David Jackson, and Amanda Parsons. During 1982, Chiswick released three singles ("The Night Has a Thousand Eyes", "Straining Our Eyes", and "Grab What You Can"), although none were hits. A full release of Silesia was shelved at the last minute when Chiswick declared bankruptcy while the album was at the manufacturing stage (although the album had a limited release in Germany). Strengthening his existing links to British art rock, Jakszyk began working with Peter Blegvad and would go on to play on the latter's first three solo albums (beginning with 1983's The Naked Shakespeare). In 1983, Jakszyk signed a second solo recording contract with Stiff Records. Three further singles followed between 1983 and 1984 ("Dangerous Dreams", "I Can't Stand This Pressure", and "Who's Fooling Who") and recordings were made for a second solo album. Due for release in 1985, this album met the same fate as Silesia. It was shelved in 1985 when Stiff Records filed for bankruptcy. Discouraged but not defeated, Jakko supplemented his income with acting work while continuing to pursue music. He continued his collaboration with Dave Stewart, contributing to his duo work with Barbara Gaskin and playing a prominent role on the Stewart-produced Neil's Heavy Concept Album (a 1984 spin-off from the Young Ones comedy series). During this time he also met an up-and-coming drummer Gavin Harrison, who would become one of his most frequent collaborators. It was also during this time that he finally visited the United States to meet his birth mother. Jakszyk's third attempt at recording a solo album, this time for MDM Records in 1986-87, was shelved when MDM's distributor, Virgin Records, dropped its support. Some of the "lost" material from this and the previously shelved albums resurfaced on Jakszyk's 1996 compilation album Are My Ears on Wrong?, while Jakko's ill-fated first album Silesia was briefly issued on CD in the late 1990s. In 1987, Jakszyk joined Peter and Kristoffer Blegvad, John Greaves, and Anton Fier in the short-lived New York-based band The Lodge, with whom he recorded one album, The Smell of a Friend.
answer:This text is about Michael "Jakko" Jakszyk, an English musician, record producer, and actor. He is the lead singer for the band King Crimson and has released several solo albums in his career. Jakko has also been involved in many other bands and collaborations throughout his 30+ years in the music industry.
question:You are an AI assistant that follows instruction extremely well. Help as much as you can. Answer the following question: Question: "What did the Roman empire hire due to increased taxes?" Context: "The Roman Empire reached its greatest territorial extent during the 2nd century AD; the following two centuries witnessed the slow decline of Roman control over its outlying territories. Economic issues, including inflation, and external pressure on the frontiers combined to make the 3rd century politically unstable, with emperors coming to the throne only to be rapidly replaced by new usurpers. Military expenses increased steadily during the 3rd century, mainly in response to the war with Sassanid Persia, which revived in the middle of the 3rd century. The army doubled in size, and cavalry and smaller units replaced the legion as the main tactical unit. The need for revenue led to increased taxes and a decline in numbers of the curial, or landowning, class, and decreasing numbers of them willing to shoulder the burdens of holding office in their native towns. More bureaucrats were needed in the central administration to deal with the needs of the army, which led to complaints from civilians that there were more tax-collectors in the empire than tax-payers." Answer: Answer:
answer:Due to increased taxes, the Roman Empire hired more bureaucrats in the central administration to deal with the needs of the army. This led to complaints from civilians that there were more tax-collectors in the empire than tax-payers.
question:You are an AI assistant. You will be given a task. You must generate a detailed and long answer. Write an article based on this summary: – The heat is intensifying on Al Franken. After another woman, the seventh, came forward with allegations, Kirsten Gillibrand and other female Democratic senators called on him to resign Tuesday, reports the Washington Post. "While Senator Franken is entitled to have the Ethics Committee conclude its review, I believe it would be better for our country if he sent a clear message that any kind of mistreatment of women in our society isn't acceptable by stepping aside to let someone else serve," Gillibrand wrote in a statement on Facebook. Senators including Mazie Hirono, Claire McCaskill, and Maggie Hassan quickly followed suit. Here's what else you need to know: As of this writing, 16 Democratic senators—10 women and six men—have called on Franken to resign, including Sen. Patty Murray of Washington state, the Senate's highest ranking woman, CNN reports. As calls for his resignation swelled, Franken's office announced the senator will make a statement on Thursday, the Los Angeles Times reports. Article:
answer:Title: Pressure Mounts on Al Franken As Calls for Resignation Multiply The case against Democratic Senator Al Franken of Minnesota has intensified as a seventh woman has come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct. Following this, a wave of female Democratic senators have called for Franken's immediate resignation. In light of these recent allegations, Franken's political future seems increasingly uncertain, with 16 Democratic senators currently pushing for him to step down. Among those urging Franken to resign, Kirsten Gillibrand has taken to social media to voice her concerns. In a statement she posted on Facebook, Gillibrand stated, "While Senator Franken is entitled to have the Ethics Committee conclude its review, I believe it would be better for our country if he sent a clear message that any kind of mistreatment of women in our society isn't acceptable by stepping aside to let someone else serve." As the issue gains more attention, senators Mazie Hirono, Claire McCaskill, and Maggie Hassan have also joined the chorus calling for Franken's resignation. Additionally, 10 female and six male Democratic senators are urging Franken to relinquish his seat in the government. Among these is Sen. Patty Murray of Washington state, the Senate's highest-ranking woman. As pressure builds, Senator Franken's office has announced that he will make a statement on Thursday to address the situation. While the content of his statement remains unknown, many speculate that Franken may be preparing for an impending resignation announcement. This latest controversy follows a spate of high-profile accusations against powerful men in various industries, with Franken being one of the prominent political figures to face these allegations. Such accusations have taken the United States by storm and, more importantly, have raised awareness about sexual misconduct and the pervasive mistreatment of women in various sectors of society. Calls for Franken's resignation serve as a pivotal moment for the Democratic party, as it demonstrates the internal push for accountability in the face of these serious allegations. Senator Franken's decision to step down or not will be of great significance, potentially setting the standard for the party's stance on sexual misconduct within politics. Aside from the political implications, a possible resignation would also suggest that society as a whole is becoming less tolerant of any form of harassment or mistreatment. Sentiments expressed by senators such as Gillibrand underscore the necessity for change in the political landscape, pushing the fight for women's rights into the forefront of public consciousness. In the coming days, all eyes will be on Senator Franken as he prepares to make his statement. As the situation unfolds, the implications of the accusations against him will be felt not only by Franken himself, but also by the entire political landscape, as the nation continues to grapple with issues of sexual misconduct and abuse of power. Whatever the outcome, the growing chorus of voices calling for accountability in politics and beyond persists, signaling a significant shift in societal attitudes toward harassment and inequality.
question:You are an AI assistant that follows instruction extremely well. Help as much as you can. Please answer the following question: Title: Mammels Eat Coconuts Product review: Kids music can be limited to playful or silly. Bob manages to enrich all of his songs with a dynamic usage of instrumentation, rich tonality, and wonderful themes. My son just smiles and laughs. Would you say this review depicts the product in a flattering or unflattering light? Answer:
answer:This review depicts the product in a flattering light.