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Magnum (band)

Magnumare an Englishmelodic hard rockband. They were formed inBirminghamin 1972 byTony Clarkin(guitar, songwriter) andBob Catley(vocals) in order to appear as the resident band at theRum Runnernightclub in the city. Magnum have undergone several changes in personnel over the years; however, the core of Catley and Clarkin remained until Clarkin's death in 2024.

Magnum
Magnum in 2018
Background information
OriginBirmingham,England
GenresHard rock,progressive rock,AOR
Years active1972–1995, 2001–present
LabelsCBS,Jet,FM,Polydor,Music for Nations,EMI,SPV
SpinoffsHard Rain
MembersBob Catley
Rick Benton
Lee Morris
Dennis Ward
Brendon Riley
Past membersTony Clarkin
Bob Doyle
Kex Gorin
Dave Morgan
Richard Bailey
Colin "Wally" Lowe
Mark Stanway
Eddie George
Jim Simpson
Mickey Barker
Al Barrow
Harry James
Jimmy Copley
Dennis Ward
Websitemagnumonline.co.uk

Magnum's most significant early success wasChase the Dragonin 1982, which reached number 17 in theUK Albums Chart.[1]It included several songs that would become mainstays of the band's live set, notably "Soldier of the Line", "Sacred Hour" and "The Spirit".On a Storyteller's Nightgave the band its breakthrough in Europe, and achieved a Gold certification in the United Kingdom.[2]The band's 1986 albumVigilanterepresented a further move towards the mainstream before the band achieved their commercial peak in 1988 when they entered the UK Top Ten for the first time with the albumWings of Heaven,which reached number five and featured three Top 40 singles, "Days of No Trust", "Start Talking Love" and "It Must Have Been Love". It was followed byGoodnight L.A.,which was produced byKeith Olsenand reached number nine in the UK Albums Chart in 1990.[3]It produced another Top 40 single for the band, "Rockin' Chair".[1]

In 1995, Clarkin announced Magnum's split; however, Clarkin and Catley continued working together, now under the nameHard Rain,until 1999. Magnum reformed in 2001 and enjoyed late-career commercial success, producing another 12 studio albums. Their final album,Here Comes the Rain,was released in January 2024, five days after Clarkin's death. Debuting at number 2 in theGerman charts,it is the highest charting album there in the band's history.[4]Having initially ceased all band activities due to Clarkin's death, Magnum reversed the decision and announced a January 2025 five-date UK tour in order to honour Clarkin's legacy.[5]

History

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Early years (1972–1977)

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Magnum's roots were in thehouse bandatBirmingham's famousRum Runnernight club (later the home ofDuran Duran) in 1972. Joining Clarkin and Catley were drummer Kex Gorin (born Kevin Gorin, 26 January 1949, Birmingham died 21 December 2007) and bassist Bob Doyle. The band line up remained the same until later in 1972, when Les Kitcheridge joined temporarily on rhythm guitar. Clarkin had left the band and it was at this stage that the band was renamed Magnum with Clarkin rejoining thereafter.[6][7]Bob Doyle left Magnum in 1972 and joinedRoy Wood'sWizzard,and was replaced by formerUglysandBallsbassistDave Morgan(later a member ofELO).[8]Richard Bailey joined on keyboards in June 1973, before going on a two-year sabbatical inSouth Africathe next year.[9]

The band began to develop its own style by playing Clarkin's songs at a residency at The Railway Inn, in Birmingham's Curzon Street, in 1976. In 1975, Clarkin and Dave Morgan received an offer from Kim Holmes to help with the construction of a studio, rather than being paid with money, Clarkin requested to be paid with studio time.[10]Much of Magnum's early demo material was recorded at Nest Studios in Birmingham, which would later lead to a recording contract with David Arden ofJet Records.During the "Nest" sessions, at least two songs written by Dave Morgan (and sung by Bob Catley) were recorded but never released. The titles were "Baby I Need" and "One More Round The Bend", which resurfaced on an acetate disc in 2005.[11][12]

A one off deal withCBSwas arranged via producerRoger Greenaway,and the band released a cover of The Searchers' "Sweets for My Sweet"in February 1975; however, this failed to make the charts. The original recording included a medley of"God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen"but was edited out for the single release.[13]Lead vocals on this song were by Morgan, who left the band soon after, and was replaced by Colin "Wally" Lowe. Success was still minimal; they were working as a backing band for artists, such asDel Shannon,on small tours.[11]The band was expanded to a five-piece with Richard Bailey returning on keyboards. In May 1977 the band supportedJudas Prieston theirSin After SinUK tour, still without the backing of a record label.[13]

Jet Records (1978–1984)

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Magnum's debut albumKingdom of Madnesswas released on Jet Records at the end of 1978 and reached number 58 in the UK Chart;[1]it received a five star review fromGeoff BartonofSounds magazine.They toured the UK in October/November 1978, as support toDavid Coverdale'sWhitesnake.Leo Lyons,formerly bassist withTen Years After,produced the follow-up albumMagnum II–which was released in 1979, but failed to chart. Another support tour was organised for November 1979, this time withBlue Öyster Cult.A live set,Marauder,was released as an album and reached #34 in the UK,[1]and a live double single ( "Live at the Marquee", including "Invasion" ) reached number 48 in theUK Singles Chart.[1]Bailey departed soon after and was replaced temporarily by Grenville Harding during Magnum's support ofDef Leppard'sOn Through the NightUK tour in March. For the second leg in April, permanent replacementMark Stanwaytook over keyboard duties. Magnum also appeared at theReading Festivalin 1980. April 1981 saw another support tour, this time withTygers of Pan Tangon theirSpellboundUK tour.[14]

Their first successful album was theJeff GlixmanproducedChase the Dragon(1982), which reached #17 in the UK,[1]and included several songs that would be mainstays of the band's live set, including "Soldier of the Line", "Sacred Hour" and "The Spirit". Glixman was previously known for his work withKansas,and this was the first Magnum release to feature the artwork of fantasy artistRodney Matthews.The tour included a support slot in February withKrokus,on theirOne Vice at a TimeUK tour. A few United States dates were played during the summer of 1982, supporting labelmateOzzy Osbourne.The band returned to the UK in July for their own headlining tour.[15]

Budgetary constraints at Jet denied Magnum the use of an outside producer for 1983's Clarkin-producedThe Eleventh Hour,which peaked at UK #38.[1]A UK tour started in May 1983, featuring additional guitarist Robin George for live performances. Magnum also appeared at the 1983Reading Festival,with George. However, Jet was unhappy about the sales figures ofThe Eleventh Hour,and refused to support another album or finance a tour. [16]Magnum and Jet parted company shortly afterwards, Kex Gorin was replaced by Jim Simpson and Stanway departed the band to work withPhil Lynott,being replaced by Eddie George. Local businessman Keith Baker (Time Music) engaged the band, an independent tour was organised for February 1984 without the backing of a record label. During the tour, Clarkin's mother died and Clarkin himself became seriously ill, forcing the band to complete the tour without him.Laurence Archerwas hired as a temporary guitar player. Clarkin had still not recovered when the tour was over, and it looked like the band would not be able to carry on. Catley was also forced to look for a new job, but Clarkin recovered and the band went on to play a number of Christmas shows. They recruited Jim Simpson on drums, while Eddie George replaced Stanway on keyboards. Following the successful Christmas shows, the band decided to make another album.[16]

On a Storyteller's Nightand commercial success years (1985–1995)

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In 1984, Magnum signed a one-off deal withFM Records.George left a few months later, but Stanway soon rejoined and the band went to the studio. In May 1985, they releasedOn a Storyteller's Night,which had a cover by Rodney Matthews. It reached #24 in the UK,[1]and launched the band across Europe. Soon after, Simpson left the band to joinUFO,and was replaced by 32-year-old, self-taught Mickey Barker.[17]

From the success ofOn a Storyteller's Night,Keith Baker negotiated a major label deal withPolydor Records,and they embarked on the most commercially successful period of their career; opening the famousMonsters of Rockfestival atCastle Doningtonin August 1985, on a bill that also includedBon Jovi,Metallica,Marillionand headlinersZZ Top.A second leg for theStoryteller'stour was concluded in December 1985.[18]

The first release for Polydor was in September 1986, entitledVigilante.The album was a move towards the mainstream due to production byQueendrummerRoger TaylorandDavid Richards,who had recently worked together onA Kind of Magic.The switch to Polydor saw an increase in the marketing budget, and promotional videos were made for the singles "Lonely Night" and "Midnight". A full UK and European tour was scheduled in March 1986, including appearances at a festival atMilton Keynes Bowlheadlined byMarillionin June[19]and the GermanOut in the Greenfestivals inDinkelsbühl[20]and at theLoreley Open-Air Theatre.[21]A second leg was organised in September 1986, which finished in Europe in November 1986. Stanway commented, "with only one tour of Germany we had already achieved as much success as after ten years in England!" In March 1987, the band embarked on a third UK and European tour, including an appearance at 1987'sReading Festival.[18]

Magnum enjoyed increased success with the albumWings of Heaven(#5 in the UK).[1]Three singles fromWings of Heavenreached the UK Top 40,[1]including aTop of the Popsappearance with "Start Talking Love". The album also became the band's first to chart inNorwayandSwitzerland.[22]A successful tour followed in December and, by now, Magnum had been elevated to an 'arena' band in the UK, headlining theN.E.C.and several nights at London'sHammersmith Odeon,supported by the Norwegian bandStage Dolls.There were talks about touring the United States withIron Maiden,but nothing came of it.[22]

Following the success ofWings of Heaven,Polydor eyed an opportunity to break Magnum in the United States. To adjust to the American market, the record company convinced Clarkin to work with co-songwriters.[23]The band went to Los Angeles for theKeith OlsenproducedGoodnight L.A.,which peaked at number 9 in the UK chart.[1]However, the album was never released in the United States, and received backlash from critics for being "commercial" and "Americanized". While successful, the album did not live up to its expectations and became a disappointment to the band and the label.[23]Following the release, Magnum performed at Berlin's Arena Festival, followed by a full UK and European tour in September 1990. They toured the UK again in November. After a fallout between the band and the record company, Magnum parted ways with Polydor.[24]They released the live albumThe Spiritin 1991 and toured the UK and Europe again to support the album. During the concerts in Germany, the band played live with the Roger Taylor bandThe Cross.Magnum continued to release albums for various labels on one-off deals, the first beingSleepwalkingin 1992 onMusic for Nations.The album got a mixed reception from critics, some of whom argued that the band was moving in the direction ofpop rock.A full UK tour followed in October, and started a tradition of performing Christmas shows in Birmingham.[24]This was followed by the release ofArchivein April 1993 byJet Records,a compilation album that featured four previously unreleased songs from between 1976 and 1983. Polydor releasedChapter & Verse – The Very Best of Magnum,another compilation album, a month later.[25]Later the same year, Magnum releasedKeeping the Nite Light Burning,the band's first and only purely acoustic album.[26]

Rock Artwas released in 1994 onEMI,and the album charted at number 57 in the United Kingdom.[3]A UK tour was scheduled for April, but dates in May and June were postponed or cancelled. A low key tour was arranged for August and Europe in September, followed by another tour in the spring 1995. Clarkin wrote eleven new songs for the planned next album, which were recorded and sent to record companies, their contract with EMI having expired. However, they received no offer from any major record company, and the band faced financial difficulties. Meanwhile, Clarkin had started to feel creatively trapped, as fans and critics did not appreciate the band's musical evolution. A growing creative gap between Clarkin and Stanway also caused friction within the band.[27]In September 1995, Clarkin decided to quit. The other band members were shocked by his decision, and attempted to talk him out of it. They briefly considered continuing with a different guitarist, but soon concluded that Clarkin, the band's sole songwriter, was irreplaceable. They managed to talk Clarkin into doing a farewell tour in the United Kingdom and Europe, documented on the live albumStronghold(titledThe Last Dancein mainland Europe). After a final concert on 17 December 1995, Magnum disbanded.[28]

Split and Hard Rain years (1996–2000)

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While most band members went their separate ways, Catley and Clarkin continued working together as before and planned a new album. To avoid pressure and interference from the labels, they named themselvesHard Rainrather than continuing as Magnum.[29]Three months after Magnum split, Catley and Clarkin began recording new music. In 1997, they released the eponymous debut albumHard Rain.Most of the songs on the album had been written before the split of Magnum and were originally meant for a Magnum album. The album received positive reviews, and Catley and Clarkin started recruiting more musicians to turn Hard Rain into an actual band. Ex-Magnum drummer Kex Gorin briefly agreed to join the band, before changing his mind. Hard Rain eventually recruited the brothers Rob andAl Barrowas drummer and bassist, respectively, Sue McCloskey for backup vocals, andPaul Hodsonon keyboards. The next album,When the Good Times Come,was released in 1999. This album was stylistically different from anything Magnum had released, and received mixed reviews from critics.[29]Hard Rain always included Magnum songs in their live sets, and was widely considered a continuation of Magnum in all but name. The new name was actually detrimental to the sales, as many buyers expected to find the albums in the M-shelf rather than the H-shelf in music stores. The albums would eventually be filed together with Magnum albums. Clarkin and Catley discussed whether they should revert to the name Magnum, but ultimately decided against it.[30]When asked to explain the difference between Magnum and Hard Rain, Clarkin replied that the latter was "a relief, a stop gap, something I wanted to do".[31]

It was around this time that Catley launched a solo career using various songwriters, includingGary Hughesof the bandTen.His first solo album,The Tower,was released in November 1998, followed byLegendsa year later and a live album in-between. Additionally, Catley participated in several projects as a guest vocalist, the first of which wasJabberwockybyOliver WakemanandClive Nolanin early-1999. Catley disagreed with Hard Rain's musical drift away from the classical Magnum sound, and soon became more focused on his solo career. In September 1999 he decided to quit Hard Rain, marking the end of a working relationship with Clarkin that dated back to 1972. Clarkin briefly continued Hard Rain with Sue McCloskey replacing Catley as lead vocalist. They performed with this line-up at a charity event in January 2000, but Hard Rain never released any additional new material. A short quiet period ensued, followed by rumours of a Magnum reunion.[30]

During Magnum's split, one of Clarkin's friends found a live recording from 1976 in his loft. Clarkin, fed up with the many unofficial compilations that had been released without the band's authorisation, was initially reluctant to authorise the release of this old material. He eventually changed his mind, andDays of Wonderwas released in April 2000.[32]

Reformation and renewal (2001–2016)

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Magnum in Gothenburg, Sweden, 2005

In March 2001, Catley revealed that Clarkin had suggested a reunion, apparently after his manager Derek Kemp had convinced him that giving Magnum a new shot was worth it. Catley and Clarkin had hoped for a complete reunion of the pre-1995 line-up, but only Mark Stanway ended up returning to the band. While Mickey Barker was committed to a different band, Wally Lowe had retired from the music industry.Al Barrow,who had been a member of Hard Rain, continued as the band's bassist. Rob Barrow was invited to stay on as the band's drummer, but he had already decided to quit the music industry.[33]Paul Hodson went on to joinTen.[34]

Clarkin's manager's assessment proved to be correct; while in 1995 the band had difficulties getting a record deal, this time they got several offers. They ultimately signed a deal withSPV Steamhammerin September 2001.[33]In February 2002,Breath of Lifewas released. The album consisted partly of songs originally written for Hard Rain; according to Catley, it was a mix of Magnum and Hard Rain. They recorded the album without a drummer, before hiringThunderdrummerHarry Jamesto complete the line-up. The band then went on a UK tour in December. The next album,Brand New Morning,was released in 2004. This album represented a final departure from the Hard Rain style; years later, Catley would comment that "Brand New Morning [had] really [been] the first new Magnum album".[29]Magnum then appeared at Germany's Bang Your Head Festival and the Lorca Rock Festival in Spain and went on a tour around the UK and Europe in December. Clarkin commented:

The break since the middle of the Nineties was definitely necessary for me. Since the end of the Seventies, in fact since we embarked on the preparations for our debut recordingKingdom of Madness,not a single month had gone by in which I didn't work for Magnum, composed for the group, or at least thought of them permanently. For almost twenty years, all my thoughts had revolved around the band. I needed a break to clear my head and to be able to devote myself to the band again with renewed energy.[35]

When James returned to Thunder,Jimmy Copleybecame a full-time member of Magnum. The band toured in April 2005 to mark the 20th anniversary ofOn a Storyteller's Night;they released a live DVD of the Astoria concert entitledLivin' the Dream,which also included a short documentary and promotional videos from throughout the band's history.

Magnum completed work on a new studio album,Princess Alice and the Broken Arrow,which was released on 26 March 2007; this also marked the return to the cover artwork byRodney Matthews,absent since 1992. The album entered the UK Albums Chart at number 70, the first time Magnum had charted in the UK since 1994.[3]It also reached No. 4 on the BBC Rock Albums Chart and number 60 in Germany. Magnum toured the UK and Europe in May 2007. Harry James played drums temporarily for half the tour asJimmy Copleyhad taken ill, and soon replaced Copley permanently within the line-up.[36]Copley died in 2017.[37]

In 2005, former drummer Kex Gorin was diagnosed with kidneycancer.Gorin had a kidney removed and underwent radiotherapy and steroid treatment, but died of the disease on 21 December 2007.[38]In 2007, Magnum played a one off show at the Robin 2 in Bilston, Wolverhampton. This was a charity event in aid of former drummer Kex Gorin's family. An auction of memorabilia before the show raised over £10,000. Magnum then played a two-hour set of old and new material.[39]Magnum undertook a UK tour celebrating the 20th anniversary ofWings of Heavenin November 2007. These shows were recorded forWings of Heaven Livealbum, which was released in March 2008. The album was dedicated to Kex Gorin.

On 15 June 2009, Magnum releasedInto the Valley of the Moonkingon SPV. Stylistically, the album was considered a logical follow-up toPrincess Alice,[40]and it became the first Magnum release to chart in Switzerland sinceRock Art.[41]A few months later, the band releasedThe Gathering,on Universal/Sanctuary; their first ever cross-career collection spread over five discs featuring a 1988 live recording fromHammersmith Odeon.The next studio album,The Visitation,was released in January 2011,[42]and was notably rockier than previous releases. The band toured in support of the album, which charted at number 55 in the UK[3]and number 19 in Germany, throughout March and April 2011.[43]

On 30 August, Magnum announced a new compilation remix albumEvolutioncelebrating the last 10 years onSPV GmbHsince their reformation in 2001. The album was released on 11 November 2011 in Germany and 14 November in the rest of Europe and the UK. The album featured 10 songs from the band's previous five studio releases, eight were re-recorded, remixed and remastered, as well as two new songs.

The band released their 17th studio albumOn the 13th Dayin September 2012. "So Let It Rain" was the first single, released in August 2012 via Steamhammer/SPV. The band toured in Europe to promote the album in late 2012 which charted in many countries across Europe including the UK at No. 43.[3]Soon after releasing and touringOn the 13th DayMagnum revealed that Clarkin was back in the studio writing and recording new songs via Facebook on 4 April 2013.[44]The new album, calledEscape from the Shadow Garden,also was to featureRodney Matthews's artwork, this time showing similarities to Magnum's early albumsChase the Dragon(the tree) andOn a Storyteller's Night(the storyteller), along with elements from more recent albums such asOn the 13th Day.Escape From the Shadow Gardenwas released in Scandinavia on 19 March 2014, and on 21 March for Germany, Austria and Switzerland, 24 March for the rest of Europe, and 1 April for the US and Canada. As withOn the 13th Daythe band were hosts to their fans at a record launch party held at the Robin 2 inBilstonon 25 March 2014, the day after the UK release. Compared with Magnum's album releases since reformation it was a commercial success reaching number 14 in the German Albums Chart, 19 in the Swedish Albums Chart, 22 in the Switzerland Albums Chart and 38 in the UK Albums Chart, a position last achieved by Magnum withThe Eleventh Hour!in 1983.[3]It also reached number two in the UK Rock Albums Chart. The album was followed by a European tour, during which the live albumEscape from the Shadow Garden – Live 2014was recorded. It was released in May 2015.

In February 2016, Magum released the albumSacred Blood "Divine" Lies,10 brand new tracks forging forward the Magnum sound. With the collaboration once again with Rodney Matthews artwork the release came with bonus videos and bonus tracks. The album was followed by a 33 date tour in Europe, UK and Ireland and then again a winter tour appearing at a few UK and Irish venues. Later that year, Clarkin's daughter suggested a compilation of ballads. Clarkin liked the idea, and after getting a go-ahead from SPV, Magnum got to work with the compilation. This turned out to be a longer process than anticipated. Many songs undertook a lot of treatment to remix, re-master and even re-record complete songs. The new ballads album titledThe Valley of Tears – The Balladswas released on 6 January 2017.

Line-up changes, Tony Clarkin's death (2017–present)

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2017 promotional photo

In December 2016, Mark Stanway left the band in the middle of a tour, due to what he called "irrevocable circumstances".[45]He was replaced by West Midlands session musician Rick Benton, who made his first live appearance in Wolverhampton 2016. Benton was officially announced as a permanent member in January 2017. A few months later, due to conflicting schedules, formerParadise LostdrummerLee Morrisreplaced Harry James as the band's drummer.[46]With this new line-up, the band started recording their next album in February 2017.Lost on the Road to Eternitywas released in January 2018, and the band embarked on a tour, which resulted in the live albumLive at the Symphony Hallin January 2019.

On 25 June 2019, bassistAl Barrowannounced his departure from the band due to his difficulties in spending much time away from his home in America.Dennis Ward(Pink Cream 69,Unisonic) was announced as the new member.[47]The Serpent Rings,the band's 21st studio album, was released in January 2020.[48]When asked about the future, Clarkin stated that Magnum had another two studio albums signed for with the record label, and that the band has no plan to retire.[49]A tour had been scheduled for the spring, but it had to be postponed because of theCOVID-19 pandemic.The band returned to the studio, and a remastered compilation album titledDance of the Black Tattoowas released in January 2021.[50]Their 22nd studio album,The Monster Roars,was released on 14 January 2022.[51]

On 9 January 2024, Magnum announced on their Facebook page that Clarkin had died peacefully on January 7 surrounded by family following a short illness.[52]The previous month the band revealed that he was diagnosed with a rare spinal condition, which brought about the cancellation of their Spring 2024 tour.[53][54]Here Comes the Rain,Magnum's 23rd studio album, was released five days after Clarkin's death and achieved chart positions unprecedented in the band's history.[55]Two months after the release, Catley said that he could not carry on without Clarkin and that Magnum would disband.[56]

After spending much of the summer on tour with Avantasia, Catley announced in September that there would be a series of tribute shows for Clarkin in January 2025, titledA Passage in Time, A Tribute to Tony Clarkin.[5]Brendon Riley, Clarkin's former guitar tech, was announced as the band's lead guitarist for the dates.[57]In October, the band announced that a live recording from December 2022 would be released in January 2025 as a live album titledLive At KK's Steel Mill.This is the last official live recording featuring Tony Clarkin.[58]

Recognition

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In 1986,Patty Smythrecorded a cover version of Magnum's "Les Morts Dansants" called "Call to Heaven" on her album, 'Never Enough'. In 2021, the Dutch band Leap Day recorded the song "May 5th", which can be seen as a tribute to Magnum.

Band members

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Current members

  • Bob Catley– vocals(1972–1995, 2001–present)
  • Rick Benton – keyboards(2016–present)
  • Lee Morris– drums(2017–present)
  • Dennis Ward– bass guitar, backing vocals(2019–present)
  • Brendon Riley – lead guitar, backing vocals(2024–present)

Former members

Touring musicians

  • Les Kitcheridge – rhythm guitar(1972)
  • Grenville Harding – keyboards(1980)
  • Robin George– rhythm guitar(1983; died 2024)
  • Laurence Archer– lead guitar(1984; filled in for Tony Clarkin)

Timeline

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Discography

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Main article:Magnum discography

As Magnum

As Hard Rain

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