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Escape from the Shadow Garden

Magnum · 2014

62 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

Melodic hard rock intertwines with lush arrangements and introspective lyrics, creating an immersive listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • immersive journey with emotional peaks
  • melodic arrangements for introspective listening
  • evening relaxation after a long

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of quick gratification
  • prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2014, 'Escape from the Shadow Garden' is Magnum's thirteenth studio album, marking a continued evolution in their sound after their earlier works. This album followed the band's successful comeback with 'On the 13th Day' (2012), solidifying their return to prominence in the hard rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Live 'til You Die 6:28
  • 2 Unwritten Sacrifice 5:28
  • 3 Falling for the Big Plan 5:58
  • 4 Crying in the Rain 5:45
  • 5 Too Many Clowns 4:36
  • 6 Midnight Angel 7:18
  • 7 The Art of Compromise 5:00
  • 8 Don't Fall Asleep 5:58
  • 9 Wisdom's Had Its Day 4:43
  • 10 Burning River 4:43
  • 11 The Valley of Tears 6:39

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