Review: American Enthusiasm – Holy Wow
It’s been another stellar year for Exeter-based Specialist Subject Records, with releases by Doe, Shit Present and Muncie Girls (among many) excelling. Yet, like sharks,
It’s been another stellar year for Exeter-based Specialist Subject Records, with releases by Doe, Shit Present and Muncie Girls (among many) excelling. Yet, like sharks,
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