What really happened at Leo Sayer’s unforgettable 1979 SA show

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A packed arena. Fans on the stage. A global comeback in full swing.
Leo Sayer’s South African story is even wilder than you remember.
Read the full Backstory now at hot1027.co.za 🎶
10 Dec English South Africa Music History · Entertainment News

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