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“One time I picked it up and a voice goes, 'Hi, it's Sinatra. Can you play me a record?' I was like, 'Oh yeah, very funny,' and hung up. I thought someone was having a joke, but it was actually Frank. My manager told me there aren't many people who put the phone down on Sinatra.”

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Tony Blackburn, born on January 29, 1943, is a renowned British DJ. He held a significant position in the British music scene during the 1960s and early 1970s, known for his distinctive musical style and program hosting. more

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