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Alex Chilton: London University

Paul Lester, Melody Maker, 10 March 1990

WHAT BECOMES a legend most? Taking drugs helps. Being renowned for a certain volatile temperament that involves smashing up studio consoles and putting your hands through thick plate glass windows can be pretty useful as well.

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