The Spirit
75 min · 15 tracks · hard rock
Anthemic hard rock melodies meld with introspective lyrics, creating a powerful sonic landscape that captures both resilience and vulnerability.
Top tracks — play these first
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How Far Jerusalem — This track features sweeping melodies and poignant lyrics that explore themes of longing and hope, making it a standout on the album.
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Vigilante — With its driving rhythm and energetic instrumentation, Vigilante encapsulates the band's signature sound while addressing themes of justice and rebellion.
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Days of No Trust — This song combines reflective lyrics with a powerful chorus, highlighting Magnum’s ability to blend emotional storytelling with hard rock elements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- vibrant storytelling through melodies
- engaging waves of intensity
- reflective moments amid powerful crescendos
- for evening listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1985, The Spirit marked Magnum's sixth studio album, following the breakthrough success of On a Storyteller’s Night. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the progressive rock scene while navigating changes in musical trends and audience expectations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tyketto· Threshold· Stratovarius
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction 1:42
- 2 Vigilante 5:25
- 3 Days of No Trust 4:43
- 4 Mama 4:35
- 5 Need a Lot of Love 5:07
- 6 Pray for the Day 4:49
- 7 Les Morts Dansants 5:20
- 8 Reckless Man 3:18
- 9 How Far Jerusalem 8:33
- 10 The Spirit 5:02
- 11 On a Storyteller’s Night 5:15
- 12 Rockin’ Chair 4:37
- 13 Kingdom of Madness 5:12
- 14 Sacred Hour 5:50
- 15 When the World Comes Down 6:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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