Magnus Rising Lyrics

In April 2002, guitarist Roger Cranford posted a call for musicians seeking to start a band in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. Bassist Matt Snow and vocalist Aaron Hawkins responded to the call and a jam session was scheduled at Memorial University’s Music School Choral Hall. The chemistry was unexpectedly good and Magnus Rising was immediately formed. Drummers have come and gone, but the core lineup has remained intact since that original, fortuitous meeting.From 2002 to 2006, Magnus Rising wrote, performed, and recorded original music before audiences across the province of Newfoundland. Battling adversity, including the loss of $20,000 worth of musical equipment in a fire at their rehearsal space in 2004, Magnus Rising... read more