The Chi-Lites: Theatre Royal, London
Paul Rambali, NME, 7 May 1977
THE HOUSE LIGHTS dimmed and the musicians took their places. There was a buzz of activity on the darkened stage for a minute or so and then, with a suddenness that shook the audience, the lights went on and a voice came over the PA announcing The Chi-Lites.
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