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When he's not writing fantastic slices of Newcastle life as demonstrated on the right, he is a singer/songwriter of some acclaim. To purchase one of his brilliant CD's, visit the website of Ferric Mordant Records here or buy direct from Neville <a href="mailto:Neville.Clay@care4free.net"> here</a> for £10 including p&p; <br><br><hr><h3><font color="red"><b>NEVILLE'S TOP FIVE SONGS BY THE FALL:</b></font></h3></font></font></font></center><p> 1. Wings<br> 2. Winter<br> 3. Pink Press Threat<br> 4. Lie Dream of Casino Soul<br> 5. 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This buys you two issues of Sand plus two chapbooks (see below). 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