The Ark: In Full Regalia

The best Swedish rock band going, always labeled as a glam act, make their first straight-up glam rock record, with unfortunately disappointing results.

                                      
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The Ark: In Full Regalia

The best Swedish rock band going, always labeled as a glam act, make their first straight-up glam rock record, with unfortunately disappointing results.

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