The Stone Roses: International, Manchester
John Robb, Sounds, 11 July 1987
KING ROCK is still flailing his sweaty head around the world. And Stone Roses are four hip dudes close to his heart, guitars slung low, rockin' the arse out of the worn out pants on display at a sweaty International.
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