The Rolling Stones: Stones-On-The Road Special
Nick Kent, NME, 22 September 1973
THE LADY behind the amps, staring hazily at Billy Preston and his band performing on stage, looked elegantly damaged. Half of her face was covered by huge vintage op-art shades and a cigarette holder hung limply from her mouth.
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