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2 COMMENTS

  1. What a great job done on this project! I’ve always loved Tom Wait’s “Martha” – both the lyrics and his voice singing it, but agreed that most of his lyrics and the gritty voice don’t appeal. Your rendition and video brought a smile though!

  2. Very effective use of my cobwebby, dirty staircase and creepy basement! But my favorite part was the two silhouettes dancing on a darkened street.

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