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Who was William Orbit?
William Orbit was a British music producer and composer, born William Wainwright. He was instrumental in shaping the sound of many artists, most notably Madonna. His work on her 1998 album 'Ray of Light' is widely credited with revitalising her career, earning him Grammy recognition and cementing his legacy in pop music history.
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