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Rock Art

Magnum · 1994

54 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

Melodic hard rock infused with anthemic choruses and layered harmonies, embodying the band's signature sound.

Top tracks — play these first

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    We All Need to Be Loved — This track opens the album with a compelling message about unity and love, establishing the emotional tone that runs throughout Rock Art.
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    Hard Hearted Woman — Blending powerful riffs with reflective lyrics, this song captures the essence of hard rock while exploring themes of heartache and resilience.
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    Back in Your Arms Again — The heartfelt ballad showcases Magnum’s knack for melody and emotional storytelling, offering listeners a moment of introspection before diving back into heavier tracks.
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    Rock Heavy — This standout track exemplifies the band's signature sound, featuring driving guitar riffs and an infectious chorus that energizes the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • thoughtful lyrics and melodies
  • reflective moments of connection
  • engaging vocal performances
  • for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 1, 1994, Rock Art was Magnum's ninth studio album, coming after their 1992 effort Sleepwalking. At this point in their career, Magnum was transitioning into the mid-1990s rock scene while maintaining their established melodic hard rock identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius

Tracklist

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

  • 1 We All Need to Be Loved 4:59
  • 2 Hard Hearted Woman 3:50
  • 3 Back in Your Arms Again 5:59
  • 4 Rock Heavy 4:00
  • 5 The Tall Ships 5:13
  • 6 Tell Tale Eyes 4:54
  • 7 Love's a Stranger 5:15
  • 8 Hush-a-Bye Baby 4:52
  • 9 Just This Side of Heaven 4:25
  • 10 I Will Decide Myself 4:18
  • 11 On Christmas Day 7:09

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