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The Kinks

Singer Ray Davies of The Kinks performs during the 2012 Pre-Grammy Gala & Salute to Industry Icons in 2012.

You Really Got Me: The Kinks, a girlfriend and a shady character

Music

First Person: Going to ridiculous lengths to see the British band that made “Lola” and “Dedicated Follower of Fashion” and would become a favorite of directors such as Wes Anderson. A thief, a scalper and a likely mobster are involved.

Ray Davies and ‘The Kinks Choral Collection’

Arts, Culture & Media
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