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Chris Rea, Dead at 74

By Toronto Mike • Monday, December 22nd, 2025 • 0 Comments
Chris Rea, Dead at 74

Chris Rea was the singer-songwriter and guitarist who is now best known for his popular Christmas song Driving Home For Christmas, but he also recieved radio play for Road to Hell, Auberge, and On the Beach.

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