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Vangelis Dead: Chariots of Fire, Blade Runner Composer Was 79 - RIP!?

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Start date May 22, 2022

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Music Composer Vangelis Dead: https://variety.com/2022/music/news/vangelis-dead-chariots-of-fire-blade-runner-1235272061/

Last edited: May 22, 2022

nadellii

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So sad to hear. What an excellent composer. May he Rest In Peace.

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nadellii said:
So sad to hear. What an excellent composer. May he Rest In Peace.

Sad, truthful and tearful last interview before his death!??

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