Dogs of War
Saxon · 1995
49 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal
Thunderous riffs and anthemic choruses combine in a defiant celebration of heavy metal's enduring spirit.
Why this album works
'Dogs of War' is significant for its unapologetic embrace of classic heavy metal themes during a period of declining popularity for the genre. The album received positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for its production quality and songwriting, helping to solidify Saxon’s legacy within the metal community.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'Dogs of War' marked Saxon's return after a brief hiatus following the lackluster reception of their previous album. This release came at a time when the band was re-establishing their identity in the heavy metal scene, aiming to recapture the energy that defined their earlier work in the 1980s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dogs of War Standout 4:34
- 2 Burning Wheels Standout 4:11
- 3 Don’t Worry 5:17
- 4 Big Twin Rolling (Coming Home) 5:23
- 5 Hold On 4:32
- 6 The Great White Buffalo Standout 5:52
- 7 Demolition Alley 6:10
- 8 Walking Through Tokyo 5:52
- 9 Give It All Away 4:02
- 10 Yesterday’s Gone 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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