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Keith Harris OBE - Part One

Season 1, Ep. 7

On this episode of Did Ya Know Pioneers, we're joined by the legendary Keith Harris OBE. Keith shares how he started in the music business, from aspiring musician, to one of the most sought after managers in the industry.

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