Review of Shock Treatment (1981) by Ashley — 30 Jul 2008

Another all-time fav.....I know all the songs word for word!

Ahh Denton the home of Happiness.

This review of Shock Treatment (1981) was written by Ashley on 30 Jul 2008.

Shock Treatment has generally received mixed reviews.

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