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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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An extremely useful 'intro' compilation to a great, long-standing melodic rock band, containing 32 stunning tracks on 2 cds, selected by Dave King (of Classic Rock magazine fame). Covering 16 years of the band's output between 1978 (listen and wonder at the always stunning 'Kingdom of Madness' which still ferociously ends their live sets today) and 1993, it includes rare versions and 'B-sides' that collectors yearn after. It's perhaps no coincidence that it has emerged at roughly the same time as the band's own comprehensive discography laid down in the excellent 5-disc set 'The Gathering' and their brand new studio album 'The Visitation'.
Magnum fans (like myself) will feel the need to include it in their collection, despite probably already owning all of the tracks and variants proffered here. The good news is that the compilation is very generously priced, includes some intelligently written and informative sleeve notes and will not disappoint the casual or intrigued newcomer. Highlights (for me) include 'Soldier of the Line', 'When the World Comes Down On You' and the epic, astonishing anti-war song 'Don't Wake the Lion'.
Magnum fans (like myself) will feel the need to include it in their collection, despite probably already owning all of the tracks and variants proffered here. The good news is that the compilation is very generously priced, includes some intelligently written and informative sleeve notes and will not disappoint the casual or intrigued newcomer. Highlights (for me) include 'Soldier of the Line', 'When the World Comes Down On You' and the epic, astonishing anti-war song 'Don't Wake the Lion'.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I recently bought this after not hearing Magnum for about twenty years. I had Chapter and Verse on casette but thought this was a better replacement and it is. With two cds it is excellent value and the choice of material is good.
It does have an Eighties feel about it with lots of layered keyboards but it still stands up today.
The only glitch here (on my copy at least) is that the track listing pressed onto th cd1 is not the same as the cd itself or the inlay card so transfering it onto my mp3 cd1 comes up with a different listing with tracks such as The Teacher, Back to Earth, On the Edge of the World, The Battle and others which aren't on either cd. Cd2 is correct. Not a real problem but I can't understand how they made such a mistake.
If you want to revisit Magnum, for £6 for a double 'best of', you can't go wrong.
It does have an Eighties feel about it with lots of layered keyboards but it still stands up today.
The only glitch here (on my copy at least) is that the track listing pressed onto th cd1 is not the same as the cd itself or the inlay card so transfering it onto my mp3 cd1 comes up with a different listing with tracks such as The Teacher, Back to Earth, On the Edge of the World, The Battle and others which aren't on either cd. Cd2 is correct. Not a real problem but I can't understand how they made such a mistake.
If you want to revisit Magnum, for £6 for a double 'best of', you can't go wrong.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I bought this and it brought back very happy memories of seeing Magnum live several times when I was a teenager (I've got a signed Micky Barker drumstick somewhere!). All the good ones are on here, especially some classics off the Storyteller album, which was one of the best. Def recommend if you are a Magnum fan.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great Value, Great Music
Hearing the old Magnum classics in digital format is like popping into you favourite restaurant. No matter how many times you go back you know you will only get the best. Read more
Published 6 months ago by P. S. Co-head
Magnum Collection
Excellent value for a broad collection of Magnum classics.Changes to Midnight(I won't be sleeping)was for me the only reason I did not give this review 5 stars
Published 7 months ago by christopherstevesplash
the storytellers collection
Im glad I bought this album as it has several of my favourite tracks and it is great night time listening it helps me unwind after a busy day at work. Read more
Published 10 months ago by lizx
nostalgia
my husband and i went to see this band live in the early 90's and this cd provided a reminder on how good they were/still are
Published 11 months ago by kaz
their original peak years
Purchased this just prior to seeing them at Shepherds Bush on the current tour. In truth about two thirds of the show was "since reformation" so it was great to have this reminder... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr. Brian Bell
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