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STRANGER IN THIS TOWN

ROCK AND ROLL DOESN’T have too many breakthrough moments, those instances where an underground movement roars to life and becomes a cultural phenomenon. Elvis, the Beatles, the Sex Pistols — all came out of nowhere and profoundly reshaped the musical landscape for years to come.

You should add Bon Jovi to that list. , the New

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