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References
- ↑ Strong, Martin C. (2004). The Great Rock Discography (7th ed.). Edinburgh: Canongate Books. p. 1177. ISBN 1-84195-551-5.
- ↑ Mabbett, Andy (1995). The Complete Guide to the Music of Pink Floyd. London: Omnibus Press. ISBN 0-7119-4301-X.
- ↑ "PINK FLOYD'S RICK WRIGHT 3-94".
- ↑ "Guy Pratt Lockdown Licks Ep 4 One Slip/Wearing the inside out" – via YouTube.
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