Review of Stop Making Sense (1984) by Steve S — 16 Aug 2009

I'll never be as cool as David Byrne.

This review of Stop Making Sense (1984) was written by Steve S on 16 Aug 2009.

Stop Making Sense has generally received very positive reviews.

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