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Across The Board is a 5-member rock/alternative band formed in 2008 consisting of Charlie Craigs (vocals), Joshua Batch (guitar/vocals), Samuel Payne (drums), Douglas Archer (guitar/vocals), and Harry Linder (bass). The band began playing music in garages, living rooms, and sheds, and has recorded tracks both independently and with Purple Studios in Norwich, England.
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