Magnum return with a much anticipated studio album that, in addition to delighting their sizable and loyal fan base, may offer this hard-working and quintessentially English of bands another shot at success.
Guitarist Tony Clarkin, has penned another finely crafted, yet instantly memorable set of songs, the first single So Let it Rain being a prime example. Storyteller Bob Catley's voice is still warm and inviting, injecting just the right amount of emotion without ever becoming over-sentimental. That trademark melodic touch is still evident throughout, enhanced by Mark Stanway's atmospheric keys, and no more so than on Blood Red Laughter and Shadow Town.
Guitarist Tony Clarkin, has penned another finely crafted, yet instantly memorable set of songs, the first single So Let it Rain being a prime example. Storyteller Bob Catley's voice is still warm and inviting, injecting just the right amount of emotion without ever becoming over-sentimental. That trademark melodic touch is still evident throughout, enhanced by Mark Stanway's atmospheric keys, and no more so than on Blood Red Laughter and Shadow Town.
Magnum can still rock out with the best of 'em as demonstrated by Dance Of The Black Tattoo which features Clarkin cranking up a heavy riff, reminiscent of Kingdom Of Madness!
Christopher Franklin
ROCK iKON Magazine
21st September, 2012
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