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This west coast band can still rock any house

54-40 thrilled Prince Rupert audiences with two shows Oct. 20 and 21

It’s been 42 years since 54•40 made their debut at the Smilin’ Buddha Cabaret in Vancouver, but this west coast band can still rock any house.

Prior to the first of two shows on Oct. 20 and 21, co-founder Neil Osborne (rhythm guitar/lead vocals) promised the set list would feature a variety of tunes.

“We’ll play all the songs that have been on the radio over the years,” he said.

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Thom Barker

About the Author: Thom Barker

After graduating with a geology degree from Carleton University and taking a detour through the high tech business, Thom started his journalism career as a fact-checker for a magazine in Ottawa in 2002.
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