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Midwest Beat with Tom Lounges

Dennis Diken of The Smithereens!

Published February 28, 2022 at 3:19 PM CST

Founded in New Jersey in 1980, The Smithereens have been creating electrifying, original rock and roll for 41 years. Join Tom Lounges as he is joined by legendary drummer Dennis Diken.

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