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The Serpent Rings

Magnum · 2020

59 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

Epic hard rock melodies intertwine with dramatic narratives and powerful vocal performances throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • dramatic narratives with depth
  • epic melodies for sing-alongs
  • thoughtful reflections during listening
  • engaging storytelling throughout tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid long, cohesive pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2020, 'The Serpent Rings' is Magnum's 21st studio album, marking their continued evolution in the hard rock genre. At this point in their career, Magnum had experienced a resurgence since their previous album, 'Lost on the Road to Eternity', which was released in 2018 and received positive acclaim.
Stylistic neighbors
Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Where Are You Eden? 5:36
  • 2 You Can’t Run Faster Than Bullets 5:33
  • 3 Madman or Messiah 5:17
  • 4 The Archway of Tears 6:21
  • 5 Not Forgiven 5:48
  • 6 The Serpent Rings 6:47
  • 7 House of Kings 4:47
  • 8 The Great Unknown 5:27
  • 9 Man 5:26
  • 10 The Last One on Earth 3:31
  • 11 Crimson on the White Sand 4:53

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