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The Queen of Lovers’ Rock, Carroll Thompson, headlines another show in London

The Queen of Lovers’ Rock, Carroll Thompson, headlines another show in London By Music Desk  Thursday, March 17, 2022.  On Wednesday 6th April legendary singer Carroll Thompson  will perform at the Pizza Express Jazz Room, Dean Street, in Soho, Londo..More

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