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  • #711
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    Re: Gretsch 64

    I think with the right writing we could turn this into a hit miniseries. We might have to clean up the language around the f-hole discussion.. or we could get the guys from South Park involved and just go with it.

    Edit: Woody Harrelson as HendrixFreak? Vin Diesel??

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    F holes

    Lol

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    Gretsch 64

    Sounds like a humdinger ! Mine are Japanese reissues that I got second hand trading in other guitars. They sound tremendous-but they aren't easiest guitars to play either. Not for widdling at the 15th fret anyway. They do like to fight back. Even changing the strings is a work of art-I need both hands, a foot and my chin. Well worth the effort, though.

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    RFK Stadium 6/10/73

    Taper's section has a few songs today from this unreleased show. I still have my hopes up for this to be let out of the vault someday.

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    The Gretsch story....

    You might well wonder what a poor boy like me is doing with a 1964 Gretsch 6120... if it was perfect, it'd be worth many thousands. Alas it is not, but the tone is so vintage and so cool that I ended up with the righteous end of a bargain. Here's the short story on how I came to possess it.

    Co-worker sees me playing my acoustic on lunch break, as I picked up the guitar for the first time about a dozen years ago. She says her husband's brother passed away, left a closet of stuff, including a guitar. Could I find out what it is and what it's worth? Inside the original case sits this unplayable, heavily altered Gretsch. I look it up. Take it to a luthier. The original tuning pegs were swapped out. The original pickups replaced by Fender soapbars. The "kill" switch is disconnected. The scratch plate is missing. And the former owner had -- very carefully -- cut out the painted f-holes so that this beast had become a true hollow body. But the Bigsby tailpiece is intact and original. Neck in excellent shape. Not worth much in that state. Guesstimate of $1000 to make it playable but too expensive to fully restore and the f-holes could never be restored. Maybe worth $1000, as is.

    I tell my co-worker the info I'd gleaned. I instinctively knew this guitar could sound killer, so I offered her $1000 and said I'd invest $1000 to make it playable. And that once it was playable, I'd treasure it til the end of my days. It was mine. I put in the $1000 and my luthier restored vintage/remake Gretsch pickups, ensured that tone and volume pots worked and reinstalled a new Gretsch pickguard. I traded the original case for most of that work. I didn't need or want a "collectible," I wanted that vintage tone!

    Frankly, at first, it was a difficult guitar to play, as I'd just started developing technique. Over the past 10 years though, I've managed to get good enough to play rhythm, lead and fingerpick on that baby. The cut-out f-holes create a feedback hazard/opportunity. If one punches a boost pedal (I use a Tube Screamer) and/or add wah and turn the guitar and its open f-holes towards my Fender Hot Rod Deluxe tube amp, this thing starts to roar like a jet plane and that ... sound .... can be manipulated, of course. So this beast is fun and dangerous and a prized instrument to own and play.

    I could care less what it might be "worth," because this Rube Goldberg-son-of-a-gun is as close as I'll ever get to a full-on Gretsch 6120. I've got the tone of a rare and otherwise unobtainable instrument.

    Yeeeeeeeeeeehhhhhhhhhhhhiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you catch my drift.

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    fwiw

    yesterday I stop to get gas while listening to 11/3/84

    the pump stops at 19.84

    I get in the car, and the clock reads 11:03

    hmm...

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    Nice collection!

    Hendrixfreak- but the 1964 6120 Gretsch would be the pick of the crop for me. Beautiful guitars - mine-I got a duo jet as well as the one pictured - sound superb. I am very ham fisted, but the response from the bass strings is amazing if I can put a run together using a thumb and finger pick. A fender champ and Memphis Sun Delay pedal completes the picture. I'm getting a quiff on just thinking about it.
    The one I play most though is a steel bodied National tuned to Open G or D and played with a brass or glass bottleneck.

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    You have an excellent memory HF. I do remember that conversation, it was hilarious. It's sort of got a religious spin to it, and I have never let my mashed potatoes touch my pork chops again.. why risk it, they could be right.

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    I’m still going with Kezar 73...probably lives near the top of many’s wish list, would probably fit right, and it’s a ABCD return...gotta say I’m down with a fall 72 box if/when we’re given the chance!

    EDIT: mashed taters/pork chops?? Bummer, I missed out on that, that sounds like some Seinfeld shit!

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    Geek speak and the return of Carl

    Yaaasssss beerrryy interesting!
    Just to be clear, I was only critiquing a certain statement, not what era someone considers best. I would never consider doing that. And forced to do so, I’d probably pick that tour as the pinnacle though I think they had several over the years.
    I’m torn about his sound as those Alembic modified Tube only powered Twin Reverbs, slightly pushed into overdrive is pure, glorious, old school R&R at its finest. I can picture Doc drooling at the thought. But the same Twin with the pre out into the Mc2300 was a perfect paring with 3 or 4 JBL K then later E series speakers. I had this same set up BITD (unfortunately I couldn’t play for shit lol) you could get that shit loud and clean or just the right touch of distortion. Heavy ass rig to truck though, aaaaa the hubris of youth! Like who the fuck would do all that for bar gigs lol.
    So I can’t pick a best JG sound, I like both a lot, but I agree that E72 was a top era for he and the band!

    HF, I never liked or understood having to have so many axes on stage. I know Keef does a lot of weird tunings but still...that’s part of what I was saying was give JG damn near anything, and he still can get a good sound. Think of that video BTK showed us from the Sweetwater with Sammy Hagar et el. Or I saw some Latin music awards or show or something from probably the nineties? He has his guitar but plugs into like Los Lobos or ? but just a basic rig or something and he just rips! I never liked taking more than 1 axe, sometimes I’d have to take 2; one electric bass, one acoustic electric bass only cause the music needed it...

    JIM; hhmmmmmmm the grenades definitely have potential, just not sure how the damn HOA would feel about it?
    As much as I’d probably enjoy the flame thrower better, and it would be gentler on the old hearing than the explosives, I think we already get enough fire around these parts ; ) I can’t remember the name, but I researched the perfect water pistol; long, accurate range, with enough power to get their attention but not enough to kill em, with no leakage, something I guess that is a problem with many water guns.....but unfortunately it’s several hundred dollars for one on the black market....hey, just had a thought! Perhaps Bolo has access to some high end black ops gear? Aaaaa, of course then he’d probably have to kill us?

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"Welcome to the 10th year of the Dave's Picks series! We're amazed and humbled that this community of Dave's Picks fans keeps growing, and we just wanted to let you know how much we sincerely appreciate your support of and interest in the series. We started in 2012 with 12,000 of each release, and now we've more doubled that, with 25,000 in 2021. Wow! We keep working as hard as we possibly can to bring you the best, most exciting Grateful Dead shows in the vault. Our 2020 releases included music from 1977, 1974, 1984, and the latest, biggest release yet in the series, the two complete Hartford shows from 1987. Looking ahead, we've selected two exceptional, A+ Dead shows for Vol. 37 (more on that in the video below) and 38, as well as the Bonus Disc that will come with Vol. 38. Big year ahead! As we head into the 10th year of the series, there's no end in sight. We love what we do, and have loads of plans and ideas for the next few years. Onward to more great music!"

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Times may be trying but the music has never and will never stop! Keep the momentum going by doing the Dead all year long with a Dave's Picks 2021 subscription. We're taking the production run up one final time - to 25,000 - for each of the four Dave's Picks 2021 releases. We'll also be doing things a wee bit differently this year - subscribers will be the first to receive their Dave's Picks. A la carte sales will go up on street date (no more pre-orders) and if you don't subscribe - we highly encourage you to - you'll want to be ready and waiting because these releases sell out within hours. Hours - no hyperbole.

In addition to the four releases in 2021, totaling 12 CDs, you’ll also get the subscription exclusive bonus disc, which has proven to be one of the most highly sought-after collectables we release, and free domestic shipping. Subscriber bonus discs will not be released outside of this offer. Early bird subscribers can nab a sub at $99.98 (regular pricing will be $115.92).

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Submitted by hendrixfreak on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 08:06

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Blurting out "Hell Fire!" to everything the wife sez -- there's the match that'll ignite the covid-dry tinder! But what a way to go! Living alone, I occasionally talk to myself, of course. Lately, after I make a comment, I blurt out "You don't say" in a bad faux British accent. Sometimes I accuse myself of being a "twat-head." Cracks me up. (Fearful of what's next!)

And here's to the poster whose wife pulled a bag of shrooms from the storage box. It's a sign! I had to stifle an impulse to rip apart the boxes in my basement... Not to worry, I know where the stash is, and as soon as this broken leg heals completely in about 5 more weeks, I'm strapping on the shrooms and the snowshoes and hitting Kenosha Pass for a little peace overlooking South Park (the real one).

Cheers to all. gonna livestream some NRPS and Pigpen songs tomorrow night because I can.

Here's to 2021 and the incoming 9-8-73. My seventh show to see full or partial release.

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Submitted by proudfoot on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:45

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GTFO.

really?

Bummer. I read this as I listen to the GD perform Death Don't Have No Mercy at an Acid Test

I have Dark Star etc.

Not a fan of guest artists...David Crosby plays on Dark Star etc. Oh well. Not too bad.

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Submitted by Wolfnap on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 16:30

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 I'm new here. Don't know where else to ask this question. I've emailed customer service several times,with no answer. I want to subscribe to Dave's picks 2021. It includes free domestic shipping. But when I go to purchase it a $11.99 shipping charge is added. Does anyone know how to resolve this, or how to get a reply from customer service?

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Submitted by Wolfnap on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 16:41

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Ok, scrolling further back I see others have asked about this shipping issue also. It appears this is still an unresolved issue. Do I just pay the shipping and hope it's resolved later?

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Submitted by icecrmcnkd on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 17:22

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The subscription period will probably close soon.
Best to subscribe now and argue the shipping fee later.
Also, you missed the Early Bird pricing. Watch for that next year, no reason to pay full price.

Here’s the info from the 10/23 email.

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DAVE'S PICKS SUBSCRIPTION BENEFITS
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Early Bird Pricing - $99.98
A savings of over $25.00 over purchasing a la carte

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Submitted by carlo13 on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 17:55

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Sub. Now. You
will not regret it.

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Submitted by icecrmcnkd on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 19:46

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I happened to have played Fire Up+ a few days ago. It had been years since my last listen.

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Submitted by carlo13 on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 19:59

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That cd brings back lots of memories of youth.

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Submitted by Wolfnap on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 21:18

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Ok. Thanks all for the advice/info. I'll probably do the sub anyway.

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Submitted by Colin Gould on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 23:26

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WOLFNAP

The other date to note is January 8th. This is when the subscription window closes. The closing date was mentioned in the email from earlier in December when they announced DaP #38.

Billy - I think this was one of the few you didn't see-but I wonder if this stands out as a great show, New Tears (or Years I typed tears by accident) or not. I always enjoy it as much as any Fall 72 show. The other New Years shows do have a feeling of "you had to be there" a bit, just going off the recordings.

My cd copy of New Years 1972 also includes the sets by The Sons of Champlin-which I have never played, and the NRPS, which I played yesterday. I am not an expert on them by any means, but I liked this. Quite a long set for a support band-the second one at that-too. Must have been a great night out all in.

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Submitted by JimInMD on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 06:46

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One of the Great New Years Eve shows.

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Submitted by Colin Gould on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 09:04

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I notice that the two links to the subscription from the home page are currently giving a 404 Page not found error. It is still accessible from the STORE/DAVE PICKS route. Perhaps they’re fixing the domestic shipping problem?

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Submitted by nitecat on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 11:15

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Today is my first show anniversary. I went to Winterland with my friend and his older brothers on 12/31/71 and had a great time. I got on the bus seriously after 2 shows at the Berkeley Community Theater in August 1972. After that, I attended every New Year's the band played: 72, 76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87,88,89,90, and the last GD New Year's performance, 1991. It became quite a tradition. As time went on, in the later 80's I shared these rituals with 20 good friends on the floor near the front. We snuck in champagne and I always had great anticipation for the NY countdown when the balloons would drop, the band would begin playing, I hugged my friends, kissed my girlfriend, and we all sipped champagne. Now on New Year's, I miss this great ritual.

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Submitted by proudfoot on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 12:03

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1/29/1967

Wowie Zowie

Sound quality will keep some away, but woooow...that Grateful Dead energy is hot

I wish wish wish a whole lotta shows from 65-68 had high quality recordings

I truly love this band

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Submitted by carlo13 on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 17:20

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I'm sucking down some potato vodka dirty martinis. I know this is a 'who gives a shit' post but I cant find anything else to say. Happy new years in a few hours.

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Submitted by JimInMD on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 17:40

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Carlo, I like your spirit..

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Submitted by icecrmcnkd on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 18:05

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The dumpster fire will still be raging tomorrow morning/afternoon when we crawl out of bed.

But for now, it’s 12-31-78 Winterland.
Just finished Blues Brothers, now on to GOGD.

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Submitted by nitecat on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 18:20

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Champagne and Bob's stream, then 12/31/78 or 12/3187.

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Submitted by JimInMD on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 22:35

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Proves I am not the only derelict.

Sparkling Santa Rosa Pinot (rose) at midnight, a couple Imperial Stouts before.. a Dogs Head and a glass of scotch and 12/31/78 right now... for as long as I can stay awake.

And some legal weed, thanks to those above.

Happy New Year to all of you. A rainbow of fun in the middle of the shitstorm that was 2020. Many thanks for just being yourselves..

As you were.

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Submitted by Forensicdoceleven on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 02:25

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Yo! Rockers!!

Doc here,

Yes I have come out of hibernation, because it is the golden anniversary of that great great Grateful Dead year 1971. To honor, commemorate, and celebrate that year, I will be offering any and all 1971 recordings to any and all that are interested. No limits. You can ask now, you can ask on the anniversary of any shows, or you can ask at any time up to and including midnight on December 31, 2021. After that, only the Shadow knows………….

Friends, I understand that 1971 is not everybody’s cup of Grateful Dead kool-aid. Perhaps you know little about it, maybe want to dabble, merely poke around, or heaven forbid go all in. Let Doc be your guide. Haven’t led anybody astray for decades……

I will also be posting, on the show anniversaries, comments, recaps, and opinions on every 1971 show. That’s right, you have to put up with my rants, raves, and ramblings for an entire year!!! And, for any & all interested, the “1971 Project” is almost completed, and available upon request……

You know where to find me,

Doc
One may understand the cosmos, but never the ego; the self is more distant than any star……………

My only NYE show...last minute decision...flew early morning from LAX to Oakland...scored a miracle ticket thanks to the genorosity of a new met friend who bought two from a scalper and gifted me the second tix...I tried to pay him and he said no, enjoy...and I did...I had a ten foot square tarp in my bag o' tricks and used it to keep the drizzle and rain off of me while in line...it was gladly held up by folks on the edge while it was needed for a bit...never had a peyote brunch before but it seemed to work just fine...after the show waited for the BART to go back to the airport...the SF side was packed with all kinds of craziness going on...after awhile it was quiet and strange, finally the Airport BART arrived and I was at the airport after a quick walk from the BART station...People later told me I shoudn't have done that walk through a dicey part of town but I guess the road trip godz keep an eye out for fools...was backhome in LA by 10:00 AM or so...had the obligatory menudo my Sis had made and dozed off and on with Bowl games on TV...fuzzy day indeed...

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Submitted by hendrixfreak on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 08:25

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Here's the thing: whatever fate bestowed upon that band -- Constanten gone, Mickey gone, Pig starting to get sick -- they played their music with gusto, no matter the band lineup.

Also, Nappyrags, if you get a chance, check out 12-26-81. Perhaps not much of a setlist on paper (though there IS a Candyman, Jer sings Big Boss Man and Phil leads an Eleven jam), but played with gusto. Marye said she attended. Like many heads "stuck" in the Rockies with no dough, I never did catch a hometown show, though I did get to a Phil & Friends show (my favorite lineup, the Quintet) at the Warfield at some point.

I too wish to be optimistic and the trend lines point toward a better year. But as the fly in the ointment, we've got a rough slog ahead for many moons. I'll weigh that weird measurement, "normalcy," when we're back rockin' together at live shows.

"We can share the women, we can share the wine"............

I've got a feeling twenty-one
Is going to be a good year
Especially if you and me
See it in together
So you think twenty-one
Is going to be a good year
It could be good for me and her
But you and her, no never
I had no reason
To be over optimistic
But somehow when you smiled
I can brave bad weather
What about the boy?
What about the boy?
What about the boy?
He saw it all
You didn't hear it, you didn't see it
You won't say nothing to no one
Ever in your life, you never heard it
Oh, how absurd it, all seems without any proof
You didn't hear it, you didn't see it
You never heard it not a word of it
You won't say nothing to no one
Never tell a soul, what you know is the truth
I've got a feeling twenty-one
Is going to be a good year
Especially if you and me
See it in together
I've got a feeling twenty-one
Is going to be a good year
Especially if you and me
See it in together
I had no reason
To be over optimistic
But somehow when you smiled
I can brave bad weather
What about the boy?

Billy - nice one. Over 90 years old, that recording. Just goes to show that quality shines through the years.

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Submitted by carlo13 on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 17:47

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I was wondering if there are any quality 67'-69' live shows with video? I was thinking of an ark box with a video supplement similar to the giants box but obviously not as high quality but more like super-8. Any video from this time is better then nothing.

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Submitted by proudfoot on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 19:37

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Look up 1968 columbia university

May 1968

About...20 minutes or so

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Submitted by Cousins Of The… on Sat, 01/02/2021 - 07:52

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You need the Bear Family A Shot in The Dark - Nashville Jumps box set; killer post-WWII blues and R&B, including the first BB King's recordings, Guitar Slim, Cecil Gant, and the best version ever of You Belong To Me by Helen Foster.
There's one on Ebay right now for $140, good price.

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Submitted by nappyrags on Sat, 01/02/2021 - 14:46

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Mucho thanks for the tip...will look into that release...

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Submitted by daverock on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 04:36

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Is there no end to the amount of great undiscovered music out there? Yes, there is no end.

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Submitted by Colin Gould on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 10:30

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Those of a certain age should remember Gerry and the Pacemakers, one of the Liverpool groups in the early 60’s. Liverpool soccer fans still have ‘You’ll never walk alone’ as their theme song.

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