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    Today's Top Tune

    The Virgins: Wheel of Fortune

    New York-based band The Virgins struck a chord with The Strokes' front-man, who signed them to his label and was overheard saying "I think they've made a classic record."

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    By Ariana Morgenstern • Apr 12, 2013 • 5m Listen

    New York-based band

    The Virgins struck a chord with The Strokes' front-man Julian Casablancas, who signed them to his label and was overheard saying "I think they've made a classic record." You decide on Today's Top Tune "

    Wheel of Fortune

    ," from their CD,

    Strike Gently.

    Banner image: Guy Eppel

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      Ariana Morgenstern

      Executive Producer, Music Department & Today's Top Tune

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