The Oracle: Two musicians, one name

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The Oracle: Two musicians, one name

01 Aug 2007

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This fortnight, Christy in Derry has the same name as another well known Irish singer and wants to do live gigs in his home area soon. Will he need to change his name in order to do so?

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