<P> The film is based on Crowe 's experiences touring with rock bands Poco , The Allman Brothers Band , Led Zeppelin , Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd . Crowe has discussed how during this period he lost his virginity , fell in love , and met his heroes -- experiences that are shared by William Miller ( Patrick Fugit ) , the boyish main character of the film . </P>
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