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Mirador

Magnum · 1987

70 min · 15 tracks · hard rock

An expansive blend of hard rock and melodic sensibilities, infused with storytelling and evocative imagery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • storytelling that invites reflection
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • epic themes for adventurous spirits
  • captivating imagery throughout tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek concise standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1987, 'Mirador' was Magnum's sixth studio album, coming after their 1985 breakthrough, 'On a Storyteller's Night.' At this point, the band had solidified their sound with a mix of progressive rock elements and commercial appeal, aiming to build on their growing popularity in the UK and Europe.
Stylistic neighbors
Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Just Like an Arrow 3:25
  • 2 Soldier of the Line 3:30
  • 3 Changes 3:44
  • 4 Sacred Hour 5:33
  • 5 Great Adventure 4:53
  • 6 The Lights Burned Out 4:31
  • 7 In the Beginning 7:49
  • 8 How Far Jerusalem 6:30
  • 9 The Spirit 4:22
  • 10 The Word 4:58
  • 11 The Prize 3:43
  • 12 Kingdom of Madness 4:25
  • 13 If I Could Live Forever 4:03
  • 14 Lords of Chaos 3:35
  • 15 On a Storyteller's Night 5:00

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