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- ↑ "Newfie quintet bowls over judges in Japan; High-spirited blend of funk and rock provides songs that are very easy to dance to". Edmonton Journal , January 25, 1991.
- 1 2 3 "Thomas boys track flight of the Albino". Toronto Star , August 30, 1991.
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- ↑ "Crash Test Dummies, Barenaked Ladies dominate CASBYs". Montreal Gazette , December 2, 1991.
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- 1 2 "There's no influence like no influence, musicians say". Edmonton Journal , March 26, 1993.
- 1 2 3 "Return of the Trio: One of the hottest bands ever to hit the local club scene is getting together one more time for a benefit concert". The Telegram , May 16, 1997.