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What was special about the "Peel sessions"?

  • They were live performances

  • They consisted of pre-recorded songs

  • They consisted of four songs recorded by an artist in the BBC's studios

  • They were performed by Peel himself

Answer

The Peel sessions, named after the influential British DJ John Peel, were unique recording sessions where artists were invited to perform and record four original songs in the BBC's studios. These sessions provided a platform for emerging and established musicians to showcase their talents, often resulting in memorable and raw musical performances.
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