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References
- ↑ the official and purposely misspelled version of the band name, used on their albums, singles, and publicity material, spelled "rhythm" without the first "h".
- ↑ Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 477. ISBN 1-904994-10-5.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – US Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs". Billboard. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – US Dance Club Songs". Billboard. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – UK Chart". The Official Charts Company. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – Dutch chart". dutchcharts.nl. 22 January 2015.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – German Chart". officialcharts.de. Archived from the original on 22 January 2015. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – Australian chart". australian-charts.com. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
- ↑ "Bubbling Down Under Week Commencing October 28, 1991". Bubbling Down Under. Retrieved 28 October 2022.
- ↑ "Rhythm Syndicate – New Zealand Chart". charts.nz. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
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