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: After a conflict over a non-functional transmitter and a "boarding" of Calvert's station by Smedley’s associates, Calvert confronted Smedley at his home. On June 21, 1966, Calvert was shot dead by Smedley, who was later acquitted on grounds of self-defense. Discography Context Very interesting story written by Shel Talmy ! - Facebook

The connection between , the pirate radio station Radio Caroline , and their hit songs in Belgium is rooted in the mid-1960s British beat era. The Song "Caroline" and Radio Caroline The Fortunes Live In Belgium Caroline - This Golden Ring

: The band famously performed the track live on board the Radio Caroline pirate ship. Because many listeners thought it was just a radio jingle, the single version missed out on significant sales in Britain. "This Golden Ring" and the Belgian Connection : After a conflict over a non-functional transmitter