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The Manhattans vs The Blue Notes: Hammersmith Odeon, London

Cliff White, New Musical Express, 12 February 1977

THEORETICALLY this bout should have provided at least a points-win decision in favour of Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, although, owing to recent personnel upsets in the favourite's camp, there was just a long-shot possibility that the Manhattans might force a draw.

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