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A disco kid and 80s music nerd building a community of dance-music lovers. Every week we explore the stories behind the 12-inch singles that defined disco, 80s and early-90s club culture. Expect nostalgia, deep dives, and a healthy dose of dry humor

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    A disco-kid and 80s music nerd here to help you embrace your secret love for 70s and 80s dance music. I share the stories of artists you know and those you think you don’t. Fair warning: a dose of sarcasm, puns, and dry humor is inevitable!

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