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Stronghold

Magnum · 1997

123 min · 23 tracks · hard rock

A powerful blend of melodic hard rock and progressive elements, showcasing intricate arrangements and emotive vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing for deep engagement
  • reflective moments amidst powerful crescendos
  • intricate arrangements for attentive listening
  • for late-night introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek concise, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1997, 'Stronghold' is Magnum's tenth studio album, following their commercially successful 'Rock Art' from 1996. At this point in their career, the band was re-establishing themselves after a period of lineup changes and adapting to the evolving music landscape of the late '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Intro 2:16
  • 2 Changes 3:38
  • 3 Back to Earth 3:59
  • 4 Just Like an Arrow 3:57
  • 5 Love Is a Stranger 5:46
  • 6 Les Morts Dansant 5:43
  • 7 Two Hearts 7:09
  • 8 Rock Heavy 4:14
  • 9 How Far Jerusalem 11:00
  • 10 The Tall Ships 6:01
  • 11 Spirit 5:22
  • 12 Days of No Trust 5:00

Disc 2

  • 1 Wild Swan 6:43
  • 2 Start Talking Love 4:30
  • 3 Rocking Chair 4:34
  • 4 Vigilante 5:33
  • 5 Kingdom of Madness 7:20
  • 6 Drum Solo (End to End) 5:23
  • 7 Tell Tale Eyes 5:21
  • 8 The Last Dance 4:43
  • 9 Sacred Hour 5:49
  • 10 Only in America 4:17
  • 11 You're the One 4:52

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