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Three Zero

Aug 7, 2017Aug 7, 2017 ~ Alex the Pensmith ~ Leave a comment

Friday, 7th August 1987.  Los Lobos are at number one in the UK charts with their cover of Ritchie Valens' hit 'La Bamba'.  Dynasty and the late Sir Terry Wogan's chat show are on TV that night.  Sylvanian Families are the must have toy of the moment.  And you, Mairi, my dear sister, are born … Continue reading Three Zero

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