Top tracks — play these first
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All the Dreamers — Opening the album with a sweeping melody and powerful vocals, this track encapsulates the band's ability to craft memorable hooks while addressing themes of hope and resilience.
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On the 13th Day — The title track stands out for its intricate arrangements and lyrical depth, exploring themes of reflection and existential contemplation that resonate throughout the album.
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Dance of the Black Tattoo — This track combines rhythmic complexity with evocative storytelling, showcasing Magnum's knack for blending narrative and musicality effectively.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- wave-like pacing for deep listening
- emotive storytelling throughout tracks
- engaging live versions enhance experience
- reflective moments for introspective listeners
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek short, standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- On the 13th Day marked Magnum's return to the studio after a five-year hiatus following their album Princess Alice and the Broken Arrow in 2007. Released in 2012, this album showcased the band's ability to blend classic rock elements with modern sensibilities while retaining their signature sound. It also solidified their position as respected veterans in the hard rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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On the 13th Day
The bridge shifts into a reflective tone where personal experiences intertwine with broader philosophical questions about existence.
This transition allows for an intimate connection with listeners, contrasting earlier verses' vivid imagery with a moment of self-reflection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 All the Dreamers 7:09
- 2 Blood Red Laughter 4:40
- 3 Didn’t Like You Anyway 4:33
- 4 On the 13th Day 5:36
- 5 So Let It Rain 4:50
- 6 Dance of the Black Tattoo 5:17
- 7 Shadow Town 5:57
- 8 Putting Things in Place 4:41
- 9 Broken Promises 4:52
- 10 See How They Fall 4:57
- 11 From Within 4:42
Disc 2
- 1 Those Were the Days (demo From 1988-89) 4:13
- 2 Eyes Like Fire (full version) 5:25
- 3 Blood Red Laughter (acoustic version) 4:13
- 4 We All Need to Be Loved (live From Prague CZ) 5:17
- 5 Shadow Town (acoustic version) 5:00
- 6 Moonking (live From Mannheim D) 6:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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