Robbie Lane, who opened at the Friar's Tavern last night, has the voice to go with his looks but it doesn't quite hold up on higher notes says critic Eli Silas

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Robbie Lane, who opened at the Friar's Tavern last night, has the voice to go with his looks but it doesn't quite hold up on higher notes says critic Eli Silas

Date6/15/1970

Names

Robbie Lane and the Disciples (Musical group) (subject)

Ross, Fred (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Robbie Lane; who opened at the Friar's Tavern last night; has the voice to go with his looks but it doesn't quite hold up on higher notes says critic Eli Silas.

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Language

English

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CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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