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    The Leaders (It's A) Rat Race

    Athens Of The North
    Funk/Soul
    • The Leaders – (It's A) Rat Race (Vocal)
    • The Leaders – (It's A) Rat Race (Instrumental)
    • 1. (It's A) Rat Race (Vocal)
    • 2. (It's A) Rat Race (Instrumental)

    Athens Of The North reissue this absolute KILLER, anthemic, deep-funk single from 1971! Both sides absolutely essential!

    Other Releases by The Leaders

    The LeadersNight People / Love Will Find A WayFontana
    Nice 60s soul/pop tune
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    • – Love Will Find A Way
    • Original 7" F-1519£15.00
      Vinyl condition: VG+Sleeve condition: VG+Unplayed Original Out-of-Print USA 45
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    Kenneth JordanExcitementAthens Of The North
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            Dynamic, multi-limbed house outfit Girls of the Internet have collaborated with Athens of the North for a special, limited edition two track tour 12”,...
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              Leonard GrandsonThe Sands of ZanzibarAthens Of The North
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              • – The Sands of Zanzibar Part I
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              Athens Of The North reissue Judy Pollak's extremely rare, soul / funk / folk masterpiece 'In Togetherness'. Originals of this beauty exchange for big sums...
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