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Episode 353 – Yacht Metal (Part 1)

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• The long awaited SS Iron Yacht finally sets sail with a crew of metal and rock legends navigating the seas of America’s most popular music genre, yacht rock!

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• Each of these incredibly popular yacht rock anthems are completely rebuilt from the hull up with powerful guitars, soaring vocals and thunderous drums to create a listening experience like no other!

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