The River Sessions cover

The River Sessions

Magnum · 2004

77 min · 16 tracks · hard rock

A dynamic blend of hard rock and melodic storytelling, weaving through themes of love, loss, and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
  • melodic storytelling for reflective moments
  • themes of love and resilience
  • for evening introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'The River Sessions' came after Magnum's resurgence with the album 'Brand New Morning' in 2002, marking their return to form. This live recording showcases their established sound while also encapsulating their evolution as a band since their formation in the late 1970s.
Stylistic neighbors
Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Before First Light 3:49
  • 2 The Spirit 4:44
  • 3 All England's Eyes 4:38
  • 4 The Lights Burned Out 4:45
  • 5 Endless Love 4:16
  • 6 How Far Jerusalem 6:37
  • 7 On a Story Tellers Night 4:47
  • 8 The Prize 3:46
  • 9 Les Morts Dansant 5:42
  • 10 Just Like an Arrow 3:49
  • 11 Two Hearts 7:53
  • 12 Soldier of the Line 4:07
  • 13 Changes 3:17
  • 14 Kingdom of Madness 4:35
  • 15 Sacred Hour 6:11
  • 16 The Last Dance 4:49

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