James and Chris look at the story in the song...It does what it says on the tin
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THE STORY SONG PODCAST is the music review, comedy, pop culture podcast that provides commentary, analysis, and the history of narrative songs from all genres and all eras—from obscure one-hit wonders to well-known classics, and some of the biggest hits of all time. Join your hosts as they discuss details only hinted at in the lyrics and speculate about every aspect of each song. We tell the story of the songs that tell a story.
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The Story Behind the Song finds host Peter Csathy digging into some of the most iconic songs of all time with the artists who made them. Others may scratch the surface, but we go deeper than anyone into the musician’s fascinating creative journey of how their most lasting songs came to be – and the moment that sparked their inspiration.
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Performance storyteller Tanya Batt and Musician Peter Forster share a collection of musical stories for young children from the Batt Cave.Tall tales of friendships, food and fun that are guaranteed to delight and have you singing along with their catchy refrains. Quirky, wholesome stories that fill you with hope that perseverance will be rewarded, friendship is paramount, vegetables can save your life and even great sadness passes. A story and a song - because words and music they belong!
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The Twin Cities is full of original theatre and homegrown music; here is where they collide. TC Song Story, hosted by Mark Sweeney, takes the scalpel to one song written and asks its composer ‘How did you make this?’. Each podcast features a full length recording of the song being discussed. From musical theatre to music theatre to music written for plays we’re looking for the TC Song Story.
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Dive deep into the world of songs and lyrics with the music-loving girl, code-named: Voice. This podcast will be about explaining the meanings of different songs so people can FINALLY understand the meanings of each word in the song or what they are referring to. It also helps confused singers who want to know the meaning of songs so they can express the right emotion (through facial expressions and tone) whilst singing. This podcast will be updated at least once a week. Lets gooooo!
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Everyone has a different story. Each person goes through many chapters in life. Each episode in this podcast explores the technical and emotional elements of those musical stories. The podcast was created by an Introduction to College Composition course at Kutztown University in the Spring of 2018.
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"Every Song has a Story" is a weekly podcast that explores the art and craft of composing music and lyrics. Each episode features an interview with a successful songwriter, who shares their stories, experiences, and tips for writing songs. The podcast also covers a wide range of topics, including the creative process, the music industry, and the business of songwriting. Whether you're an aspiring musician, a fan of great songs, or just curious about the art of songwriting, this podcast has s ...
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D Creations - Education, Science, Physics, Audio Books, Teach Learn, Story, Music, Songs, Literature
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D Creations Science Chat - Science explained for beginners D Creations Talk Physics - Physics explained for beginners D Creations 3 minute book Recitations - The Ickabog - J K Rowling
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Welcome to "The Backstage Pass - The Story Behind the Song", the ultimate pop rock podcast that takes you on a behind-the-scenes journey of your favorite pop-rock classics from the 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s and 2010s. From the birth of the melody to the final mastering, we explore every aspect of the creative process, revealing all the twists and turns that went into the making of these beloved tunes. Join us on "The Ultimate Pop Rock Journey" as we uncover the secrets, inspirations, and fascinat ...
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This is the beginning of “As it was written. The story behind the song”. In 2022 we will begin a journey into the life of a song from the songwriter. A song heals us in moments of sadness. A song lifts us up when we need lifted. A song brings us clarity when we are unclear or calms us when we are angry. A song gets us excited to go out when we want to go out. A song helps us celebrate, cry, party, smile, or breath. A song gives us strength when we fear and a song can bring us together. A son ...
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Hosted by Scottish singer-songwriter, worship leader and mental health advocate Steph Macleod, ‘This Is My Story, This Is My Song’ is a space for honest conversations about various life journeys towards faith, the role of creativity in hardships and mental health. Steph is an empathic and inspiring host, talking from his experience of broken family relationships, homelessness, addiction, and his life saving discovery of God’s redemptive love. Just like his music, rooted in the rough and raw ...
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Tune in as a noir LA detective works to solve a case while struggling to shake his penchant for bad songwriting. A radio drama in 7 parts. Voiced by Dan Bern. Produced by Dan Bern & Wil Masisak Theme & Underscore written by Wil Masisak & Dan Bern Songs by Dan Bern Tip jar donate button at danbern.com
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Cleveland Music Connection Story Behind The Song Denny Carleton And Friends Guest Al Globekar
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Denny Carleton has been a long lasting figure in the Cleveland music scene, having played with notable '60s bands such as The Choir and the Lost Souls and has continued on writing, performing and recording through all of his musical genres changes , including punk ,Gospel ,blues ,jazz folk ,experimental, Avant Garde , and theatrical pieces As a gifted guitarist, he is also a singer and prolific songwriter whose blend of original material utilizing Folk, Rock and Acoustic influences has been ...
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Send us a text With Christmas nearly upon us we in the Batt Cave bring you a New Zealand take on the Classic Gingerbread Man story... of course Bat-lamb manages to get a starring role! It's a rocking and rolling story to move along to. Then we finish off with a Christmas song we wrote last Christmas "Waiting for this day to begin". Merry Christmas!…
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Encore: Rick Astley - "Never Gonna Give You Up
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On the season finale (and encore episode) of The Story Behind the Song, hear Rick Astley discuss his classic "Never Gonna Give You Up" and more. Rick Astley burst onto the pop scene 1987 seemingly out of nowhere when his debut single -- the feel-good, earnest dance anthem “Never Gonna Give You Up” -- grabbed the No. 1 spot in 25 countries. In just …
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Christmas in Hollis by Run-D.M.C.
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It’s a very special Christmas here at THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Walk this way to your time machine from the DeLorean Motor Company, and join your hosts in 1987, where they’ll review the hip hop holiday classic, “Christmas in Hollis” by legendary rap pioneers, Run-DMC. We’ll be chilling and cooling just like a snowman as we discuss the benefits of tal…
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No chimney? No problem. Santa's magic key can open any door lock in the whole wide world. Magic. And it's magical when children meet Santa, even though they will never remember actually meeting him. That's part of the magic of Christmas. CONTACT. : bewdley37@gmail.com WEBSITE : songandstoryworld.co.uk…
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Send us a text A mixed up kid, a suspicious murder and a town ready to do some lynching. It must be Richard Marx with Hazard! Support the showJames Wheildon
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Candy Dulfer had started playing the saxophone at the age of six, inspired by her father Hans Dulfer, a renowned jazz saxophonist in the Netherlands. By the time she was 14, she was already playing with her father's band and attracting attention with her impressive skills on the instrument. It was in 1987 that Dave Stewart first heard Candy Dulfer …
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Send us a text We're on the countdown to Christmas and Tanya, Batt Lamb and Pete start off the Batt Cave with presents of the imaginary kind - a fun musical game for everyone. Then Tanya tells a story about magic decorations on the Christmas tree that come to life when no one is looking. It's an upbeat musical story that the children will have fun …
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On this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, listen to Garbage's Shirley Manson discuss "Only Happy When It Rains," her origins with Garbage, and more. Manson first met up with her three future bandmates in Wisconsin as a result of one of those strange, classic twists of rock and roll fate involving MTV, a phone call, and a disastrous first…
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In the early 1970s, Paul McCartney was at the peak of his solo career following the breakup of the Beatles. At the same time, the James Bond franchise was thriving and looking for a new theme song for their upcoming film "Live and Let Die." McCartney had always dreamed of writing a song for James Bond, but the opportunity had never presented itself…
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On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, pioneering electronic producer and songwriter Moby joins host Peter Csathy for a deep dive into his groundbreaking album Play and the smash hit single "Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad?" Moby delves into his journey from a young musician experimenting with punk rock to his embracing of electronic mus…
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Float On by Modest Mouse
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Alright already! Here we come to save the day with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for their review of 2004 indie-rock hit, “Float On” by Modest Mouse. Laugh it off as we run our mouths off a bit too much and discuss self-care for 19th-century tradesmen, who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf short stories, and album titles that …
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It's 2005, and Amy Winehouse has already had a small national success with her first album, "Frank." However, her demons are beginning to take hold, and her manager feels that she needs to go to rehab. He approaches her with the offer, but Amy is clear: No, no, no, she will not go to rehab. The song, which was released in 2006 as part of Amy's seco…
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Encore: Boy George - "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me"
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On this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, hear Boy George discuss "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me" and more. One of the most popular and influential bands of the 1980s, Culture Club could be considered the original new wave boyband. They fused the sounds of new wave, pop, and reggae to create a unique sound that was both catchy and stylis…
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In 1986, Peter Gabriel released one of his most successful songs, "Sledgehammer". The music video, directed by Stephen R. Johnson, is particularly famous for its use of stop-motion animation and claymation techniques. The song itself is an ode to the soul music of the 1960s, and specifically the work of Otis Redding, whom Gabriel has cited as a maj…
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Send us a text Fresh from the Batt Cave comes the fun story of Lulu who is visiting her Grandmother and is having difficulty getting to sleep... so Grandmother has some very interesting ideas to help her sleep. Batt Lamb plays a cameo role in the story! You can find our audios and books to purchase at https://imagined-worlds.net/story-shop Or join …
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On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, host Peter Csathy is joined by The Church bassist and vocalist Steve Kilbey to take a deep dive into the Australian band's beloved hit "Under the Milky Way." Listen to their conversation. Kilbey tracks the origins and production of "Under the Milky Way," which arrived as the lead single of The Chu…
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Spill the Wine by Eric Burdon and War
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You can stop strolling and stop scrolling, long-haired, leaping gnomes! It’s not a dream — you’ve found another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for their review of the 1970 psychedelic rock classic, “Spill the Wine” by Eric Burdon and War. Things get weird as we discuss what not to do with expensive recording equipment, recent re…
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Trevor Horn was impressed by Frankie Goes To Hollywood when he heard them on a radio show. He decided to produce their first single, "Relax," which became a massive hit in the UK. The band's second single, "Two Tribes," also topped the charts, and their third single, "The Power of Love," became another number one hit. The song was originally writte…
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In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, hear James Mercer of The Shins talk about their indie classic "New Slang," the late bassist Neal Langford, and more. One of the most renowned American indie rock bands, The Shins have carved a lasting legacy with their distinctive blend of folk, pop, and indie rock. Formed in 1996 by frontman Jam…
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Step into the intriguing world of Rock'n Roll's most notorious swindle as we delve into the captivating story behind the song "Why Did You Do It?" by Stretch, released in 1975. Join us as we uncover the chain of events that led to this audacious move and explore the impact it had on the music industry. In the late 1960s, Fleetwood Mac stood tall as…
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Send us a text Tanya and Pete, along with children on Waiheke, have just been celebrating the arrival of Migratory birds on our shores. These include the Bar-Tailed Godwit/Kuaka which has made the loooong journey from western Alaska to New Zealand for a summer holiday and the Shining Cuckoo called the Pīpīwharauroa, which has flown from Indonesia/B…
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On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, William Reid, who co-founded influential UK duo The Jesus and Mary Chain with his brother Jim Reid, sits with host Peter Csathy to discuss one of the band's most iconic songs: "Just Like Honey." Listen now. After forming a band in the early '80s, brothers William and Jim Reid embarked on a punk ro…
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(Don't Fear) The Reaper by Blue Öyster Cult
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Trigger warning: This episode delves into “(Don't Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult, a song that has been interpreted by some as a reflection on suicide. Listener discretion is advised. All our times have come for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for this special Halloween episode, where they review the spooky rock cla…
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In this episode, we delve into the story behind Coldplay's hit song 'Viva La Vida'. Released in 2008, the song was a massive commercial success and won the band multiple awards. But what inspired its creation? During a trip to Mexico, Chris Martin visited the Frida Kahlo Museum and was struck by the artist's life and work. This experience inspired …
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Send us a text Chris picks this cheery upbeat tune by Alison Krauss and Brad Paisley (Yes another country song), but did the song soothe us, like a lullaby or get us reaching for the Whisky? Download the podcast to find out! Support the showJames Wheildon
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Send us a text Tanya and Pete have been celebrating Mad Hatters Day at a friends Birthday party, and decided to tell the Popular Indian story about a hat seller and his meeting with a group of very mischievous monkeys. They brought along a selection of colourful hats ... and a song to go with the story too. You can find our audios and books to purc…
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Sadie was nuts about nuts. Mind you, she was a squirrel after all. She was also a squirrel with a rather poor memory … could never remember where she had buried her nuts … so she decided to store all her nuts in her drey. Not a good idea. CONTACT. : bewdley37@gmail.com WEBSITE : songandstoryworld.co.uk…
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In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, Blue Öyster Cult's Bruce Dickinson (aka Buck Dharma) chats with host Peter Csathy about the band's iconic "Don't Fear the Reaper." Listen to his insight. Dharma takes listeners through the history of the band, what "Don't Fear the Reaper" was actually about, how a photo inspired Will Ferrell's cl…
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Welcome to a backstage pass to unravel the captivating story behind one of David Bowie's greatest hits: "China Girl." Join us in this episode as we explore the remarkable journey of this iconic song. In 1977, David Bowie decided to lend a helping hand to his friend Iggy Pop in recording his debut album. Bowie, well-acquainted with the studios at Ch…
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Send us a text Here it is.. the second and final part of the Firebird story: a Wonder tale from Russia ....Enjoy!! You can find our audios and books to purchase at https://imagined-worlds.net/story-shop Or join the live monthly Batt Cave storytelling club at https://ko-fi.com/tanyabatt0027/tiers Or if you are an educator for children 0 - 8 years su…
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On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, Incubus vocalist Brandon Boyd and lead guitarist Mike Einziger join host Peter Csathy to revisit two of their biggest hits: "Drive" and "Wish You Were Here." Listen to their conversation. Boyd and Einziger, who founded Incubus together in 1991, take a deep dive into the band's formation, their mus…
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Summer of '69 by Bryan Adams
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You want it? You got it! It’s time to attend the tale of another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts as they review the 1985 hit, “Summer of ‘69” by singer-songwriter Bryan Adams. In this episode, we’ll discuss alternative guitar strings, unimpressive special effects, and raspy-lady songs. But we will definitely not discuss early dis…
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Join us in this episode as we delve into the captivating story behind the iconic song "Golden Brown" by The Stranglers, released in 1982. This track, a shining gem of 80s rock production, holds a fascinating narrative that revolves around the life of Jean-Jacques Burnel, the band's bassist. Born to French restaurateurs who later settled in England,…
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Send us a text This week in the Bat Cave Tanya , Pete and Bat lamb present part 1 of a Russian story about an Old man who discovers a magical feather. He has a great friend in his horse and together they face many challenges the Tsar (who is not a very nice bloke!) puts to them. Be sure to tune in next week for the exciting conclusion to this Wonde…
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Encore: Men At Work - "Down Under"
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In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, host Peter Csathy revisits the very first episode of the podcast where he talked with Men At Work frontman Colin Hay to discuss their seminal 80's hit "Down Under." Listen now. Make sure to follow The Story Behind the Song as Season 3 continues on, and rate and review on Apple Podcasts to show yo…
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Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we take you behind the scenes and uncover the fascinating stories behind iconic songs. In today's episode, we have an exclusive backstage pass to the track "In the Air Tonight" by Phil Collins, taken from his debut solo album. In 1981, Phil Collins had already spent four years as the lead singer of G…
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On this week's The Story Behind the Song, Graham Nash tells the story behind Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s “Teach Your Children," "Ohio," and much more. Listen now. Nash, the renowned English-American singer-songwriter, takes a deep dive into his lengthly career. He discusses starting his career in The Hollies to meeting Joni Mitchell, and how an …
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My Boyfriend's Back by The Angels
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Hey-la, it’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this kind-of-big-and-awful-strong episode, your hosts review the 1963 pop classic, “My Boyfriend’s Back” by 60s girl group, The Angels. Take a permanent vacation as we discuss Bibbs, Jiggs, the return of a candy bar, and an abundance of answer songs. So don’t cut out on the double …
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In this episode, we explore the tale behind the timeless track "Brass in Pocket" by The Pretenders, released in 1979. Join us as we unravel the intriguing journey of Chrissie Hynde, the mastermind behind this influential band from the 80s rock scene. Born in the early 1950s in Akron, Ohio, Chrissie grew up in a conservative working-class environmen…
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Send us a text Tanya bought some felt butterflies in Australia and got inspired to sing this butterfly song and tell the story of the magical transformation butterflies undergo. You can find our audios and books to purchase at https://imagined-worlds.net/story-shop Or join the live monthly Batt Cave storytelling club at https://ko-fi.com/tanyabatt0…
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Tina and her family had just moved to a lovely little town on the River Severn in Worcestershire called Bewdley. There was so much to see and do there, and today she was going on the Severn Valley Steam Train. Very exciting. CONTACT. : bewdley37@gmail.com WEBSITE : songandstoryworld.co.ukDave Corbett
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Bebe the bear woke up one morning to find that all her fur had fallen out. All of it. No idea why. She was all pink, and a bit shivery. The family went into town to buy a fur coat to wear until her own fur grew back .. which it did. Phew. CONTACT. : bewdley37@gmail.com WEBSITE : songandstoryworld.co.uk…
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In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, Sheila E. joins host Peter Csathy to discuss how the game-changing song "The Glamorous Life." Listen to her talk about how it changed the course of her career. The accomplished musician talks about working with Prince and trying to outdo each other as they wrote and performed. She also shares ins…
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In this episode of our podcast, we dive into the story behind the iconic track "Don't Stop the Dance" by Bryan Ferry, released in 1985. Join us as we explore the journey of an artist who has sold over 30 million records to date. Born in Washington, a small town in northeast England, Bryan Ferry grew up amidst the gray and gloomy atmosphere of the p…
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