There is a great misconception about so called 'classic rock' bands nowadays. The bands that were at their biggest in the 70s and 80s and have since reformed with a changed line-up and are out touring again.
There are many who see this as one last money-making venture but whilst this may be true for some bands Magnum are one of the exceptions.
Their high points did come in the 80s but in terms of their live show they seem to be going from strength to strength as they get older, much like a fine wine or cheese.
Never ones to disappoint the Birmingham prog rockers know how to please their fans when it comes to their setlist. Sets includes a variety of classics but also a bunch of new songs, which at the moment come from their 2014 album 'Escape from the Shadow Garden'.
A Magnum show offers everything you could want from a classic rock show; the big flailing hair, big hits and a crowd that can't get enough of seeing these seasoned veterans still able to have control over their audience in such a spectacular fashion.
Even after being a band for 40 years - excluding a six year hiatus and a number of line-up changes - Magnum are undeniably still as rocking as they were when they founded in 1972.
Sure, live shows may not be as big or as frequent as they used to be, with a number more of them being festival appearances, but you can be sure that when you go to see them you will not leave feeling undersold.
Having seen them multiple times I feel confident in saying that whether you're seeing them for the first time or for the tenth time there will always be a surprise in store and an energy that is rare to see from an older band nowadays.
Here's hoping that Magnum stick around for a few more years and continue to rock every stage they step foot on.
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