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Big Band: In the late 60s, Chicago went against the trends towards psychedelia and small bands by introducing a big-band pop sound that included a large horn section
Big Band: In the late 60s, Chicago went against the trends towards psychedelia and small bands by introducing a big-band pop sound that included a large horn section

Big Band: In the late 60s, Chicago went against the trends towards psychedelia and small bands by introducing a big-band pop sound that included a large horn section

Date8/20/1975
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Original Toronto Star caption: Big Band: In the late 60s; Chicago went against the trends towards psychedelia and small bands by introducing a big-band pop sound that included a large horn section.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0101844F
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Image shows a three storey house.
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