Bob Catley
When Empires Burn

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Escape Music
Release date: 17/Oct/2025

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Sales Rank:

#1450 in Other Pop
#1895 in Pop

Style:

Other Pop

Product No.:

2101470372

Details / Tracklist:

1.1 The Torment (Intro)

1.2 Children of the Circle

1.3 Gonna Live Forever

1.4 The Prophecy

1.5 I'll Be Your Fool

1.6 Every Beat of My Heart

1.7 When Empires Burn

1.8 Meaning of Love

1.9 This Is the Day

1.10 Someday Utopia

1.11 My America

1.12 Heaven Can Wait (Bonus Track)

1.13 When the Earth Lies Still (Demo)

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Description:

"When Empires Burn" on CD is a powerful melodic rock album by renowned vocalist Bob Catley, known worldwide as the voice of Magnum and for his distinguished solo career. On this record, Catley combines his unmistakable, expressive voice with epic arrangements, soaring guitars and atmospheric keyboards to create a dramatic, emotionally charged listening experience. The songs move between hard-hitting rock anthems, mid-tempo epics and soulful ballads, all united by strong melodies, big choruses and a cinematic, almost symphonic feel. Lyrically, the album deals with themes such as change, loss, hope and resilience when old certainties crumble - "empires burn" - and new paths have to be found. The high-quality production, dynamic sound and carefully crafted track sequence make this CD a must-have for fans of sophisticated melodic rock and classic British hard rock traditions.
Bob Catley has been a defining figure in the rock world for decades. As frontman of Magnum he helped shape the sound of the 1980s and 1990s with albums that are considered milestones of melodic rock and have earned the band a loyal international fanbase and chart success. His solo work showcases another side of his artistry: more personal, often more theatrical and with a strong focus on storytelling and vocal performance. His characteristic timbre, emotional depth and stage experience have made him an influential singer whose work continues to inspire fans and musicians alike.
The CD is released by Escape Music, a specialist rock and AOR label known for its passion for melodic rock, hard rock and related genres. Escape Music has built a solid reputation among genre fans by discovering established and emerging artists, treating catalogues with great care and placing great value on faithful, audiophile CD releases. The label stands for quality productions, detailed booklets and a clear focus on artists who cultivate classic rock virtues while sounding fresh and contemporary. With "When Empires Burn", Escape Music once again underlines its commitment to timeless rock music and delivers a release that will appeal to both long-time Bob Catley followers and new listeners.
As a CD edition, "When Empires Burn" offers a tangible, collectible format with booklet and artwork that visually underline the album's epic, dramatic atmosphere. This makes the release not only a musical highlight but also an attractive physical item for every collection of melodic rock and classic hard rock.

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Manufacturer No.:

ESM402

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