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Richard Ashcroft's manager reveals how The Rolling Stones returned the rights to The Verve's 'Bitter Sweet Symphony'
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The Verve's Richard Ashcroft finally secures 'Bitter Sweet Symphony' royalties after Rolling Stones legal battle | FOX 2
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The Rolling Stones return "Bittersweet Symphony" songwriting credits to The Verve's Richard Ashcroft
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After A Lawsuit Gave The Rolling Stones Credit For 'Bitter Sweet Symphony,' The Band Returns Rights To The Verve's Richard Ashcroft
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