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- ↑ Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). Paris: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 208. ISBN 1-904994-10-5.
- ↑ "Martyn Ford Orchestra - Let Your Body Go Downtown". 45cat.com. Retrieved 28 August 2021.
- ↑ "Martyn Ford - Going To A Disco". 45cat.com. Retrieved 28 August 2021.
