photo’s from October 2021 BASEQ Jam

Photos generously supplied by Dale Smith. For high-resolution version, contact Dale at dale@cix.com.au

By Barry B|2021-11-08T19:36:52+10:00November 8th, 2021|Club Stuff, The Groove|

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SE 4 Ep 10 - BWAF Live Focus - James Harman Band - Strictly Live - '85 March 25, 2024
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photo’s from October 2021 BASEQ Jam

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