A Christmas message

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Christmas Cheer to all

I won't be coming to the final Dinner, it's a bad time on the road so here's my contribution to your end of year. This is my music mix for Christmas. Enjoy!


"White wine in the Sun" Tim Mincham


"How to make Gravy" Paul Kelly


"Save what you can" The Triffids


"Xmas card from a Hooker in Minneapolis" Tom Waits

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