| Fade Away | ||||
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| EP by | ||||
| Released | October 1981 | |||
| Recorded | The PACT Theatre, July 1981 | |||
| Genre | Rock | |||
| Label | Giant | |||
| Producer | Colin Lee Hong | |||
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Fade Away is an EP by Matt Finish. It was recorded live during two sessions at Sydney's PACT theatre in July 1981. [1] Fade Away captured the rawness and power of the live performances for which Matt Finish was renowned.
| Chart (1981) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australia (Kent Music Report) [2] | 50 |
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