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5 unusual facts about Mark Stanway


Chase the Dragon

Overseen by the Kansas producer Jeff Glixman, Chase the Dragon was the first recorded appearance by the new keyboard player Mark Stanway, although he had made his live debut at Magnum's appearance at the Reading Festival in 1980.

Keeping the Nite Light Burning

Magnum parted company with their manager, Keith Baker, and Mark Stanway took over management.

At the time, Mark Stanway commented on the freedom the band had to express such radically diverse styles.

Magnum discography

Many compilations and live albums were released in the gap, as well as Bob and Tony forming Hard Rain before re-forming Magnum with long-time keyboard player Mark Stanway.

On a Storyteller's Night

Mark Stanway later returned to the band, and the band recruited Kit Woolven, who has produced albums for Phil Lynott, David Gilmour and Thin Lizzy.



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