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In Perfect Harmony: Singalong Pop in ’70s Britain

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Full of interesting (first-hand) accounts, snippets of trivia, and new bits of information (I never knew about Pete Waterman's role in the start of the Two Tone movement!). More than just a rose-tinted nostalgia fest, Hodgkinson skilfully navigates the appearance of the likes of the vile Jimmy Saville, Gary Glitter, Jonathan King, Tam Paxton to create a true picture of the period with all it's glam and grime.

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In 1970, pop was in trouble. The Beatles were no more. Pink Floyd gave up on singles altogether. Led Zeppelin dismissed anything beyond their 'musical statements' as childish frippery. Thankfully, help was on its way.

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