S4: Series 4 of 'I Never Thought It Would Happen' with Chris Difford - is coming soon!
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Series 4 of the hit podcast 'I Never Thought It Would Happen' with Chris Difford is back on March 19th . We return with a joyous and eclectic guest list from James Blunt to Wolfgang Van Halen. From Norah Jones to Ron Sexsmith and all in aid of the wonderful charity Help Musicians. Find out more at www.HelpMusicians.org.uk
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