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Mike + The Mechanics Released Living Years - October 28, 1988

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On this day, October 28, 1988, Mike + The Mechanics released their second album, Living Years. The album reached #13 on the Billboard charts in the U.S. and climbed to #2 in the UK, featuring the heartfelt and emotional title track, “The Living Years.” The song became a worldwide hit, resonating with listeners for its powerful message about loss and reconciliation. Living Years solidified the band’s place in the late ’80s music scene and remains a beloved classic.

Who remembers Living Years? Did the title track have an impact on you?
 
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