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2 unusual facts about Tony Clarkin


Tony Clarkin

Tony Clarkin (born Anthony Michael Clarkin, 24 November 1946, Shard End, Birmingham) is a British musician, best known as the guitarist of the rock band Magnum.

Their most notable success during these early years was the Jeff Glixman produced Chase The Dragon (1982) which reached #17 in the UK, and included several songs that would be mainstays of the bands live set, notably "Soldier of the Line", "Sacred Hour" and "The Spirit".


Keeping the Nite Light Burning

Inspired by MTV Unplugged, Tony Clarkin liked the idea or rearranging some of their older material, with an acoustic and contemporary style.

Magnum discography

This is the discography of the melodic/heavy rock band Magnum headed by vocalist Bob Catley and guitarist/songwriter Tony Clarkin.


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