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Sep 23, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day September 23, 1986 – Boston Released Third Stage.

On this day September 23, 1986 Boston released their third studio album, Third Stage. After an eight year gap since their previous album, the band returned with a polished and powerful collection that quickly became a major success.

Third Stage featured the chart topping single Amanda, which gave Boston their first number one hit. Other tracks like Cool the Engines and We’re Ready highlighted the band’s signature...

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