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2004
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158
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"Favourite album from my favourite band - the vinyl album was a 14th birthday present! Although this is their first and best full length album they are so much more than the Safety Dance. Got this album in 1983 and still listen to it regularly today. Also managed to get hold of the rare first issu..."  [+]  Reply
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1982
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"Great reworked/remix album, perhaps the best I've ever listened to. Kraftwerk manage to update some of their very best tracks without ever losing those playful melodies that make their music such a joy to listen to. Give it a go!"  Reply
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1991
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157
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2008
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1982
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"This is the debut LP from Northwestern Illinois to Margo Price. Her album was released on Jack White's label so it's received some attention. Listening to it I hear an artist that is still emerging. She has some strong songwriting skills but she still needs to find her voice and find footing. I'l..."  [+]  Reply
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2016
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1978
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157
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1985
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1993
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2013
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