MUSICIANS
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LEE ALVERSON |
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“A SOUND TO REMEMBER... A VOICE YOU WON’T FORGET!”
Lee Alverson is an extraordinary entertainer who started his career in Pittsburgh, PA.
Alverson, a singer and musician, has shared the stage with many national acts, such as “The Beach Boys,
Barry Manilow, Manhattan Transfer, John Denver, Three Dog Night, The Four Tops, Andy Williams,”
and to date has performed in 36 states!
The secret to Lee's success can be found in his impressive vocal range, songwriting ability, and amazing stage presence. Lee has expanded into the lucrative private entertainment industry, performing at large corporate banquets, conventions, and special events throughout the country.
[ read more about Lee Alverson] |
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BROADWAY PHANTASY |
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Co-starring Lee Alverson and Leah Farine, Broadway
Phantasy's musical revue features some of the greatest songs from
Broadway and movie history. The show climaxes with an extensive
tribute to The Phantom of the Opera, recreating full ambience
with scenes from the show complete with lighting, sound effects,
props and costumes.
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CONTINENTAL DUKES |
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Continental Dukes are a very lively band comprised
of former Duquesne University Tamburitzans. They play a variety
of European and Eastern European music and have a unique sound
comprised of instrumentation including accordion, clarinet, tamburitza
guitar, and string bass. The band can perform stationary or while
strolling among guests for a more spirited show.
[ read more about Continental Dukes] |
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DAVID CRISCI |
Pianist
vocalist David Crisci performs classic music from the 40's &
50's, "Sinatra" style hits, Jazz tunes and adult contemporary
favorites. He is a superb and highly regarded Pittsburgh pianist
who is a popular entertainer for gala affairs and corporate events
alike. Dave can also be seen as a solo performer or with Pittsburgh’s
top musicians, playing regularly at the city’s upscale nightclubs
and restaurants, country clubs, private venues and hotels. Dave
can also perform in a duo or trio ensemble joined by a female
vocalist, saxophonist and/or drummer.In addition, during his breaks
David can provide DJ service and plays a mix of top 40 and adult
contemporary dance tunes in a variety of music styles from a library
of CDs that spans seven decades. Dave's performance includes his
own keyboards and state-of-the-art DJ sound system.
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Dr ZOOT |
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Though they are best known as Pittsburgh’s
red-hot Swing & Latin Jazz band, Dr Zoot easily switches gears
to crank out a diverse selection of tunes and play a variety of
music styles of hits from the 40’s through the 90’s.
The 7-piece, all-male ensemble includes horn section (trumpet,
trombone and saxophone), keyboards, drums, upright bass and guitar.
Dr Zoot comes self-contained, providing sound and lighting for
their performance.
Equally at home
playing for college, corporate or wedding crowds, Dr Zoot is happy
to arrange for special song requests and can make announcements
throughout the event if desired. They are also available as a
3 to 5 piece ensemble.
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TONY JANFLONE, Jr. BAND |
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Supreme 4-piece rock blues band fronted by
Tony Janflone, an award-winning guitarist voted numerous times
as "Best Jazz/Blues Guitarist" in Pittsburgh City Paper’s
polls. The band performs a variety of music and Tony plays cordless,
travels into the audience, takes requests and really gets people
on their feet and dancing. Tony and the band were featured at
the B.B. King Blues Festival held in Pittsburgh in 2002, along
with musicians George Thorogood, The Fabulous Thunderbirds and
Joe Bonamassa.
Tony can be heard
in the company of some of the best guitarists in the world as
a featured performer on a tribute CD to guitar greats Joe Satriani
and Steve Vai titled, "Lords of Karma - A Tribute To Vai/Satriani".
He has also recently been selected as an endorser of Dillon Guitars
- www.dillonguitars.com/guitars. Most recently, Tony was featured
on a Bon Jovi Tribute CD, performing the song "Wanted Dead
Or Alive."
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Dr. KWASI & the ISLANDERS |
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This 3-piece Steel Drum Calypso band features
the steel drum, congas and bass, and is fronted by Caribbean born
musician, teacher and drum craftsman Kwasi Jayourba. Dr. Kwasi
& The Islanders perform the music of the islands, with a mix
of popular contemporary tunes done in the band’s own unique
style. Guests also enjoy the ever-popular Limbo Contest.
Dr. Kwasi also
offers a lecture entitled "Drums of the World" in which
he displays a variety of beautifully crafted percussion drums
from around the world. The lecture includes an informal discussion
on the history and construction of the various drums, with Dr.
Kwasi inviting students to play the various instruments.
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PIANO JAMMERS |
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Piano Jammers is a high-energy show featuring
dueling pianos and vocals with Sal Ventura and John Hasinger.
Your guests join the dueling pianists in singing classic rock
and contemporary tunes, making this is a very fun act with full
audience involvement! Both Sal and John are professionally trained,
full-time musicians. They provide their own state-of-the-art sound
system and keyboards that can include baby grand facades.
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SALSAMBA |
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Salsamba is a Latin jazz quintet that blends
the traditions of American jazz with the spicy rhythms of Cuba,
Brazil, and the Caribbean - the result is great music that delights
the listener with it’s originality. Based in Pittsburgh,
Salsamba performs at clubs, festivals and colleges throughout
the United States. They have opened for Latin jazz king Tito Puente,
guitarists John Scofield and Stanley Jordan, Steel Pan player
Andy Narell, and flutist Dave Valentin. Salsamba’s CDs,
“Mambo in Blue”, Mambo Del Sol” and “Latinventions”
have received considerable airplay nationwide. The band are featured
performers on National Public Radio’s American Jazz Radio
Festival, which airs nationwide on over 125 stations.
This 5-piece band
can also be joined by a female vocalist if so desired.
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SIX ON THE BEACH |
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This ultimate dance band brings the electricity
and fun of island style partying to the western hemisphere! Six
on the Beach plays an irrepressible mix of red-hot South of the
Border music from tropical locales ~ Caribbean tunes, Calypso
and Reggae hits, spicy Latin Mambo and Salsa numbers, Jimmy Buffett
tunes, and, of course, all the favorite classic rock, Oldies and
sing-a-long hits that evoke warm weather fun.
This 6-piece band
(better known as Dr Zoot when not in “Island” mode)
knows how to party, easily switching from one style of island
music to the next, creating a heat wave on the dance floor with
just the right mix of Caribbean, Latin and American grooves. They
come self-contained providing their own sound and lighting.
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STEEL IMPRESSIONS |
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Steel Impressions is an all Steel Drum Calypso
band, featuring professional steel pan craftsman and musician
Phil Solomon. The band performs the music of Phil’s Caribbean
homeland, along with classic island style music favorites mixed
with a surprising repertoire of Top-40 contemporary hits - which
gives them a refreshing, new sound when played with the band’s
own unique flair on steel drum.
[ read more about Steel Impressions] |
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STEVEN VANCE |
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performs musical selections from
Classical to Broadway show tunes and Adult
Contemporary hits. Steven strolls among guests as he plays, and
provides his own self-contained, wireless sound system.
As the Key String
Duo, Steven is accompanied by an exceptional pianist, and they
entertain with musical selections including Classical, Broadway
show tunes and Adult Contemporary hits. For cocktails or dinner
music, Steven can stroll among guests as he plays. The Key String
Duo can provide music for a wedding ceremony and/or the first
hour of a reception. Steven can also provide a Key String Duo
and DJ Service Package - give us a call for more information.
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ALLI GILLIS |
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A gifted 16-year old vocalist in a country
music vein, Alli’s
talents have received rave reviews, creating quite a buzz throughout
the tri-state area. She had the honor of singing for President
George Bush at a Republican rally, performing to an audience of
13,000, and served as opening act for country singer Lee Ann Womack.
In the past few years, Alli has opened for country artists such
as Trick Pony, Joe Diffy, Mark Chesnutt and Chris Cagle, along
with being a featured performer on KDKA’s Children’s
Hospital Foundation TV special. Alli describes her performance
style as soft, finding inspiration in Womack, Alison Krauss and
local country legend Joe Patrick. Alli and Joe are well recognized
for their performance of the song “Fallen Heroes”
written not only for the servicemen and women of this country,
but for the firefighters, police and anyone else who has made
a sacrifice for our country.
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THE CLARKS |
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The Clarks are one of Pittsburgh's most popular
local
bands. Their music can be described as a blend of rock, pop, alternative,
and country. Their gritty live sound goes perfectly with their
songs that tackle the hardships of everyday life. Although they
are a local band, The Clarks have also developed strongholds in
markets outside of the region, including Cleveland, Milwaukee,
Chicago, Baltimore, DC, and New York. The Clarks have played at
shows for well-known artists such as Steely Dan and 3 Doors Down.
Their songs can be heard in the films "Boys" (with Winona
Ryder) and "Just Write". Over the past year, The Clarks
have performed at over 200 shows.
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DONNIE IRIS |
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Donnie Iris is an American rock musician known
for his work with The Jaggerz and Wild Cherry during the 1970s,
and for his solo albums during the 1980s. He was responsible for
writing the #2 Billboard hit "The Rapper", with the
Jaggerz, and was a member of Wild Cherry after they experienced
a #1 hit with "Play That Funky Music". After going on
to release five solo albums in the 1980s accompanied with many
charting singles, Iris continues to release new material and tour
in the Ohio River Valley area, and he maintains a loyal fan base,
especially in Pittsburgh.
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B.E. TAYLOR |
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B.E. Taylor has been a favorite for years on
both the National and Regional music scene with a career that
saw him record three major label albums in six years (two for
MCA and one for Epic/CBS), score several regional top ten hits
and as the former lead singer of the very popular B.E. Taylor
Group, score two BILLBOARD TOP 100 HITS with his release of ‘KAREN”
on Epic Records and “Vitamin L” on MCA records. He
has performed on several national commercial spots and has performed
with such legendary acts as Chicago, Todd Rundgren, Little River
Band, Christopher Cross, the Beach Boys & many more.
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ZAPOLOGY |
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Affectionately known as ZAPOLOGY because of his fascination with technology, reggae artist, writer and producer Delroy ‘Zap’ Clarke has been breaking down barriers for a number of years as a lead vocalist/keyboardist for the S.W.A.M.M.P. BAND.
By incorporating the ever-popular styles of Roots, Dancehall, Hip-Hop and the soulful sounds of R&B, Zap showcases a wide range of musical styles in the many facets of Reggae music. His current CD “DIAMOND IN A RUFF” demonstrates this in songs like ‘Here I am&rsquo, ‘So Fine’ (his latest single release), ‘The Rise’ (instrumental) and Sting’s ‘SOS’. His hit single, ‘People Make The World Go Round’, received rave reviews in London, England. Zap flexes his production skills on the latest international release by Fyah Wyah on her “RAW 2000” CD for the song “On The Beach.” Zap’s musical performances are uplifting, inspiring, and versatile in style. His keyboard performance is complimented by his silky vocals, creating a sound that is truly of it’s own flavor.
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TRIBUTE ENTERTAINERS
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BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN |
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Lee performs a smashing portrayal of Elton John with an amazing look-alike/sound-alike impersonation that brings audiences to their feet! Lee superbly captures the flamboyant superstars stage presence captivating crowds with 4 decades of Sir Eltons music for a rousing show full of ambience and audience participation. Lee also performs an outstanding tribute to the Pianoman, Billy Joel, featuring his chart-topping hits.
[ read more about Lee Alverson Tributes] |
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NEIL DIAMOND |
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It looks like him...
and sounds like him... is it really Neil!? You be the judge! Chris
Denem performs an amazing tribute show portraying the famous singer
songwriter’s trademark look and style, with a voice that
sounds remarkably like Neil’s. During the show Chris plays
acoustic guitar backed with music tracks that sound like a full
orchestra, entertaining the audience with a collection of Neil’s
greatest hits and favorite cover tunes.
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FRANK SINATRA |
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Gifted with the cool
manner and pipes of Old Blue Eyes, Guy Matone gives an amazing
cabaret style tribute performance to the legendary star. Guy’s
flawless voice and classy performance style create the ambience
of the solo performances Sinatra is famous for.
[ read more about Guy Matone]
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ANNE MURRAY |
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A singer for over 20
years, Suzanne is no stranger to the musical stage, and she is
also an established songwriter and producer. Suzanne has performed
with numerous national entertainers at top concert halls throughout
the US. Her impersonation of Anne Murray is so superb that audiences
actually begin to think she IS the star! Suzanne can even include
a mini tribute to Karen Carpenter, and you wont believe your
ears when she flawlessly covers Weve Only Just Begun!
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THE MAGIC OF ELVIS |
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An award-winning Elvis
impersonator, Don held honors as the Official ELVIS for 3WS
Radio in Pittsburgh and ranks among the finest ELVIS tribute
entertainers in the US. Don gives a theatrical performance of
The King and demonstrates his amazing vocal skills as he strolls
among your guests while wearing a jewel-encrusted costume (a replica
of one of "The King's original suits). Dons performance is a
classy tribute featuring all-time favorite ELVIS hits delivered
with plenty of charisma and interaction with the audience. He
even hands out an occasional silk scarf in true Elvis fashion!
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JOHN LENNON |
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From the 60s Mop-top
hits to Sgt. Pepper days and the tie-dyed 70s, Bill brings this
legendary rock n roll star back to life! Bill superbly imitates
the singing voice, lyrical British accent and laid-back performance
style of John Lennon, and performs an entertaining show of The
Beatles' hit songs, covering much of the Fab Fours groundbreaking
music. John Lennon's last live performance was at Madison Square
Garden, where he was joined by Elton John. Our tribute entertainers
Lee Alverson "Elton John" and Bill Kropinak "John Lennon" can
pay tribute to this historical event by performing some unforgettable
duets together!
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THE BUFFET MAN |
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Tom looks and sounds
just like Jimmy! Taking on the persona of the living legend, Tom
sings and plays guitar, entertaining audiences with all the great
Buffett tunes and summertime beach-style hits. Puerto Rican musician
Enrique joins Tom and adds the flair of live bongos, congas and
a host of other percussion. Enrique sings backup for Tom, superbly
creating the signature sounds of Jimmy Buffetts music. The show
is further enhanced by Toms studio produced background tracks
and quality sound system. Guests will thoroughly enjoy this high-energy
show that features lots of crowd interaction and sing-a-longs.
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DISC JOCKEYS
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AVPRO VIDEO DANCE PARTY |
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Avpro creates the feel of the famous New York
style dance clubs with HUGE 17-foot Video Screen(s), a top-quality
DVD Audio Visual Digital system and a concert style high-tech
dance floor lighting system complete with industrial fog. Hosted
by our expert Disc Jockey, Avpro plays a variety of tunes from
a vast collection of music spanning six decades - from the hits
of the Big Band era to Techno Pop (and all that’s in between!)
with videos that feature classic musicians, songs and modern VH1/MTV
style videos.
Avpro Giant Video Dance Party can create a theme
party as well (“Saturday Night Fever Disco Night,”
“Parrothead Buffett Beach Party,” etc.).
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CHUCK WEBB |
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One of Pittsburghs top DJs, Chuck tailors
the music styles to your crowd providing an expertly chosen variety
of dance music that spans 6 decades. Chuck can create the ambience
by highlighting a particular music style (i.e. Caribbean/Beach
Party; Broadway; Golden Oldies; Holiday; etc.) by mixing the theme
music into a wide selection of other dance and listening favorites,
like Oldies and Motown, Classic Rock, Disco, old and new Country,
Top 40 Adult Contemporary hits, as well as line dance and crowd
participation favorites. Chucks impressive music video system
adds a whole new level of excitement to the dance floor. Chuck's
DJ style is flexible and he works extensively in the Pittsburgh
area performing at college and corporate events, and at wedding
receptions and private parties. Chuck also offers a Music Video
DJ Service, allowing guests to enjoy images and footage of their
favorite stars as they dance and view the music videos shown on
a HUGE 17-foot screen. His Video Dance Party includes popular
videos of current hits as well as special music videos created
specifically for classic (pre-video era) songs, displayed on the
large screen through the high-quality DVD system. An extensive
intelligent lighting system is included. A camera can also
be included to project live footage of the actual dance floor
and/or speeches onto the screen.
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CHA-CHE AND DEVIN |
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DJs CHA-CHE and DEVIN are both young and energetic
performers who gets the party started and keeps it in high gear
all night long! They are always on the cutting edge of whats
popular in new music - as well as expertly following the lead
of guests on the dance floor - playing just the right mixture
of dance and Top 40 hits along with old school and traditional
tunes of the past 7 decades - from Big Band to Hip-Hop! Both Cha-Che
and Devin provide a first-rate sound system that is completely
self-contained, including a custom DJ booth and featuring extensive
high tech dance floor lighting. They perform extensively in the
Pittsburgh area, for wedding receptions, private affairs and corporate
and college events.
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D9 BEATS DJ SERVICE |
Whether
you're looking for a Disc Jockey for a graduation party, wedding,
or any other type of event; or a top of the line Video Dance for
your school or large function - D9Beats DJ Service has got you
covered. DJs Matt and Bobby have a library of over 10,000, digital
quality, edited and unedited songs on hard-drive, that are sure
to please even the most hard to win-over crowd. From Big Band
to the latest in Rock and Hip-Hop, their selection of music leaves
little uncovered territory in regard to diverse genres. Aside
from their music, D9Beats offers professional quality sound and
lighting systems and the ability to play the latest and greatest
in DVD music videos a 7½ foot by 10 foot screen. A rear projection
Hi-definition screen, used for the 'Video Dances,' is perfect
for any large dance floor or an outdoor evening event. Plus, there
is always the option to use their digital camcorder setup so you
can watch yourself and your friends dancing on the big screen.
Along with corporate and private bookings, D9Beats is a preferred
provider of the Gateway Clipper Fleet charters and can be heard
regularly at Bronze Eagle in Monaca, PA, North Park Lounge Deckhouse
in Cranberry, PA and Thursdays in Bridgewater, PA.
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VANESSA WEBER |
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Vanessa has an outgoing personality, a friendly
demeanor, and is an expert Disc Jockey. She interacts well with
the crowd, easily drawing guests out on the dance floor. Vanessa
uses top of the line equipment with lighting and has a huge library
of music spanning six decades - including 40s classics, 50s
& 60s Motown, 70s & 80s dance favorites, classic & modern
rock, country, jazz, and big band hits. Vanessa is a professional
musician as well, and can provide piano entertainment during a
cocktail hour if so desired.
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ALL- IN-ONE
SOUND SYSTEM |
An innovative,
DJ-less mobile sound system by Bose, our All In One Sound System
is the perfect mood setter, producing quality sound. The Bose
L-1 unit's proprietary, vertical design helps fill your room with
sound like no ordinary speaker can, producing wide, uniform coverage
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STUDIO 54
STYLE ON TOUR |
Transform your ballroom or hall into
a large scale, big city dance club will all the lights and sounds
found in Studio 54 and hot spots across the globe The lively
sounds of a premier Jazz band will greet guests as they arrive
and will play during cocktails and dinner. As the band’s
performance ends the music immediately segues to the Deejay
and Dancing. The Deejay will play all dance and top 40 hits
from the 50’s through today. Music videos can accompany
the songs, along with live footage of the dance floor captured
by our videographer. It’s like a night-club in a can.
Just open up and heat up the party.
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