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John Denver, the Starland Vocal Band: Madison Square Garden, New York NY

Chris Charlesworth, Melody Maker, 20 November 1976

NEW YORK: For better or worse, John Denver has changed people's lives. His concerts, in America if not elsewhere, are gatherings of almost religious intensity, drawing converts from all walks of life and all ages. Sublime, enjoyment is reached while the blond troubadour spins his simple melodies, preaches good will and generally coats one and all with a layer of icing sugar.

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