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Fact #88748

When:

08031968

Short story:

A small ad appears in UK music weekly Melody Maker, stating, "Island Records Ltd needs pianist/singer to join exciting hard rock band playing Bob Dylan-influenced country rock music. Immediate album recording work. Ring REGENT 6225.". Ian Hunter will respond, and get the gig as vocalist for Mott The Hoople.