Magnum - Lonely Night

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Review by Jon Miller

Album Review: Magnum’s Lonely Night (1986) Alright, buckle up, because we’re diving into Magnum’s Lonely Night, a rock gem that’s somehow managed to stick around in the dusty corners of classic rock history like an old leather jacket you can’t throw away. Released in 1986, this album straddles the line between proggy ambition and arena-rock bravado with all the subtlety of a guitar solo played on a spaceship. The band hails from the UK, but its influence stretched across countries like the US, Spain, Portugal, and Germany—basically anywhere people appreciate big hair and bigger riffs. Now let’s talk tracks. First up is the title track, “Lonely Night.” It’s got that quintessential Magnum vibe—a mix of soaring vocals and chunky riffs that feel like they were written for a movie montage where the hero stares wistfully out of a rain-soaked window. You know what I mean? It’s dramatic without being over-the-top, emotional but not sappy. And honestly, it’s the kind of song that makes me want to grab my lighter (or phone flashlight, if we’re being modern) and sway along even when no one’s watching. Then there’s “Les Morts Dansant (Live).” Whoa, hold onto your spandex pants for this one. This live version is raw, punchy, and dripping with energy. Like, you can practically hear the sweat flying off the drummer’s forehead as he pounds away at his kit. What sticks with me about this track isn’t just the musicianship—it’s how it captures the electricity of a live performance. Listening to it feels like sneaking backstage after a gig, beer in hand, while someone tells you stories about the good ol’ days of rock ‘n’ roll. One thing worth mentioning is A. Clarkin’s writing credits—he clearly had a knack for crafting tunes that balanced pomp with accessibility. These songs aren’t trying to reinvent the wheel; they’re more like giving the wheel some shiny new rims and taking it for a spin down Sunset Boulevard. So yeah, Lonely Night might not be the most groundbreaking album ever made, but it doesn’t need to be. It’s unapologetically itself—a relic of the mid-’80s that still holds up today. If you’re looking for something that combines the swagger of classic rock with a dash of proggy weirdness, give this one a spin. Just don’t blame me if you start air-guitaring so hard you knock over your coffee mug. Final thought: Why do I always end up reviewing albums late at night? Probably because listening to stuff like Lonely Night makes me feel like I should be cruising down an empty highway under neon lights. Or maybe I just need more sleep. Either way, rock on.

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  • FLAC size: 218 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Lonely Night
Hit 'N' Run (Live)4:12
Les Morts Dansant (Live)5:29
All Englands Eyes (Live)5:20
Lonely Night3:47

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Catalog Numbers

  • POSPX 798
  • 885 017-7 AA
  • POSPG 798
  • 885 017-7
  • POSP 798
  • PRO 483-1 (87 NP 7321)
  • PRO 483-1

Labels

  • Polydor
  • PolyGram PRO 483-1

Listen online

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  • lyssna på nätet
  • online anhören
  • kuunnella verkossa
  • ascolta in linea
  • écouter en ligne
  • lytte på nettet
  • escuchar en línea
  • ouvir online

Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • Single
  • Test Pressing
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • 2 × Vinyl
  • Limited Edition
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Maxi-Single
  • Promo

Companies

RoleCompany
Published ByTritec Songs Ltd.
Phonographic Copyright (p)Polydor International GmbH
Record CompanyPRO 483-1
Copyright (c)Tritec Songs Ltd.

Credits

RoleCredit
Written-ByA. Clarkin

Notes

  • "Lonely Night" produced at Mountain Studios, Montreux.
  • Editado en España por POLYGRAM IBERICA.
  • Gatefold sleeve with a free live single.
  • Made in England
  • GEMA
  • LC 0309
  • Exists with red labels too.
  • Double A-side

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout: POSPX 798 A / 1 - 420T & POSPX 798 B /! - 420W
  • Barcode: 0 42288 51637 8
  • Barcode: 0 42288 50177 0

About Magnum

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British melodic rock band, established 1972 in Birmingham.

Name Vars

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Members

  • Dennis Ward
  • Bob Catley
  • Lee Morris
  • Kex Gorin
  • Wally Lowe
  • Tony Clarkin
  • Mark Stanway
  • Mickey Barker
  • Dave Morgan
  • Richard Bailey
  • Jim Simpson
  • Gary 'Harry' James
  • Al Barrow
  • Rick Benton

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Lonely Night* by Magnum, released in 1986, is a hidden gem for rock fans. It blends Classic Rock, Prog Rock, and Arena Rock styles, showcasing the band's versatility. Interestingly, some tracks on the album are live recordings, like "Les Morts Dansant (Live)" and "Hit 'N' Run (Live)," giving fans a taste of the band's electrifying energy on stage. The album was released across several countries, including the UK, US, Spain, Portugal, and Germany, under the Polydor and PolyGram labels. All songs were penned by A. Clarkin, proving his knack for crafting memorable rock anthems.