Why this album works
'Chase the Dragon' achieved commercial success, reaching No. 16 on the UK Albums Chart. Its blend of hard rock and lyrical depth helped establish Magnum as key figures in the British rock landscape during the early 1980s, influencing subsequent bands in the genre.
- Best for
- short, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys contemplative late-night moods
- Context
- Released in 1982, 'Chase the Dragon' is Magnum's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'On a Storyteller's Night'. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the UK rock scene, blending classic rock influences with more theatrical elements to create a unique sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Crush 40· Holograf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Soldier of the Line Standout 4:14
- 2 On the Edge of the World 4:23
- 3 The Spirit 4:18
- 4 Sacred Hour Standout 5:31
- 5 Walking the Straight Line 4:53
- 6 We All Play the Game 4:08
- 7 The Teacher 3:22
- 8 The Lights Burned Out Standout 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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