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Rabbitt, YES, Hollywood - the inspiring story of a musician | Trevor Rabin

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Trevor takes you on his journey to pop, rock, and film superstardom.

Trevor Rabin has scaled the heights of pop superstardom with Rabbitt, global recognition and chart success with prog rock demi-gods YES, and conquered the highest echelons of the competitive Hollywood motion picture soundtrack world with nearly 50 blockbusters to his credit. This is the story of a Joburg boy's dream to achieve global recognition as a musician.

Benjy and Trevor reconnect for the first time in 40 years, and they have a blast reliving his journey and also discussing his new album "Rio". You will hear hit songs from every part of his career, courtesy of Trevor.
7 Oct 2023 English South Africa Music · Society & Culture

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