Beyond The Mix

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  • Artist: Frankie Knuckles (See All Albums by Frankie Knuckles)

  • Date Released: Jan 25, 2011

  • Genre: Electronic, Style: Dance

  • Label: VIRGIN

  • Copyright: (P) (C) 1991 Virgin Records America, Inc.. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws. Manufactured by Virgin Records America, Inc., Capitol Records, LLC, 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011.

Total Tracks: 10   Total Length: 49:21

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