Many bands and performers who were to become musical legends passed through the show including U2, REM, The Smiths, Depeche Mode and Joy Division - but of late On the Wire has taken a more relaxed view of the music scene and is as likely to play pre-war hillbilly music as much as experimental dance or dub.

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As is often the case with such fervent opposition, a person's view of Brahms depended less on the actual character of his music than on how it was described or pigeon-holed.

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The apps allow users to view SMS, caller ID, control music on their smartphones, and track buddies around any of the resort maps that are stored on the HUD, direct-to-eye, in real-time, as well as view trips using Trip Viewer.

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The new library view makes it easier to view your music, TV shows and movies, allowing you to click on the category of content you want to browse and that's all you will see.

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"A lot of people in the indie sector have a patronising view of people who shop in HMV, " says Simon Price, music critic for the Independent on Sunday.

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