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Episode 44: Streaking, Werewolves, Sharks, & Drinking: 70s Novelty Songs

"For some strange reason," began Locorriere, "whenever people strap on a guitar and step on stage, they tend to strike a pose or do something really flashy or showbiz. But we used to just pile into a station wagon and have a 12-15 hour journey between gigs, so we entertained ourselves by making up songs and little voices and making each other laugh…And we were told that if we could get that loose feeling on stage and forget about showbiz, then we could have fun and entertain the audience at the same time.” — Dennis Loccorriere of Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show

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