Eric Clapton From The Cradle (Reprise/Duck)

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DGC Rarities Vol 1 Various

latest attempt to suck some extra profit out of their top acts. Included are outtakes, and demos by some of. hard alternative’s heaviest players. While li ing to this album, it is important to remember _ there are reasons for these songs being previously unreleased.

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-- Mike Beagan

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Extra Measure (Intersound)

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