Melba Moore!
Gina wishes Melba Moore a very Happy Birthday. She is going to listen to 14 LPs and one 12″ today…..
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Kylie Auldist – Hybrid
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Jeff Bradshaw – Stronger
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Gina On Vacation
Gina is currently on vacation on the isle of Juist. She is enjoying the motor-free environment and tries to tease the horses and seagulls. She’s also digging lots of deep holes into the sand on the beach.