Released 30 years ago
A Collection of Metal
Saxon · 1996
65 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal
A blistering collection of anthemic heavy metal tracks showcasing Saxon's gritty energy and powerful melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- anthemic sing-alongs with friends
- dynamic journey of varied intensity
- for late-night drives
- energizing boost for workouts
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slow, reflective music
- seek minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'A Collection of Metal' was released in 1996, Saxon had established themselves as a prominent figure in the heavy metal scene since their debut in 1979. This compilation followed their commercial peak in the 1980s and served as a retrospective that highlighted their enduring influence and popularity during a time when the genre was experiencing shifts in mainstream appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Accept
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 747 (Strangers in the Night) 3:44
- 2 Rock ’n’ Roll Gypsy 4:15
- 3 And the Bands Played On 2:48
- 4 Back on the Streets 4:01
- 5 Ride Like the Wind 4:27
- 6 Big Teaser 3:54
- 7 I Can’t Wait Anymore 4:32
- 8 Broken Heroes 6:05
- 9 Raise Some Hell 3:42
- 10 Denim and Leather 5:28
- 11 Rock the Nations 4:04
- 12 Motorcycle Man 3:59
- 13 Everybody Up 3:29
- 14 Rock City 3:19
- 15 Set Me Free 3:15
- 16 Play It Loud 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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