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May 2018
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Confessions of A Frontman: Snow Patrol’s...

Rolling Stone
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Why did it take seven years between Snow Patrol albums? Frontman Gary Lightbody tells host Brian Hiatt about overcoming depression and a drinking problem to make some of his best music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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