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Friend

‘Friend’ offers more stylish rock soul from the Northern trio.

Phil Udell, 08 Oct 2003

Well, what do you know? It’s the Papenfus boys themselves! ‘Friend’ offers more stylish rock soul from the Northern trio, drifting pleasantly by without ever really grabbing your attention. Serviceable – but it’s still missing that special something that made ‘Rainbow Zephyr’ so appealing.

Phil Udell

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