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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Helen ROWE

London Launches Underground Search For Buskers To Lift Commuter Spirits

London's Underground network -- used by 3.5 million travellers every day -- is holding its first auditions since the pandemic for 40 highly-prized busking spots (Credit: AFP)

It was a busy morning at London's Southwark train station and the pressure was on -- but not just for the city's commuters.

In an airy spot between two escalators a small group of musicians unpacked their instruments, checked their music and calmed any last minute nerves.

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