World of Music: Aug 12: ...of the heart...

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Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Aug 12: ...of the heart...

RIP Bonnie...

Or perhaps this...

- August 12, 2026

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Labels: Bonnie Tyler, Dark Side of the Moon, Pink Floyd, RIP, Solar Eclipse, Total Eclipse of the Heart

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