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Chris Salewicz examines the tragic fates of seven legendary musicians who all died at the age of 27, delving into the events that led to their sudden deaths and the myths that have since surrounded their lives and legacies.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Celebrity Biography
Authors: Chris Salewicz
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