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Joey Ramone, the Ramones lead singer: Updated Chuck Berry, but much nastler
Joey Ramone, the Ramones lead singer: Updated Chuck Berry, but much nastler

Joey Ramone, the Ramones lead singer: Updated Chuck Berry, but much nastler

Date6/12/1983
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Original Toronto Star caption: Joey Ramone; the Ramones lead singer: Updated Chuck Berry; but much nastler.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0102380F
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