Heavy Metal Thunder
Saxon · 2002
116 min · 25 tracks · heavy metal
A thunderous celebration of classic heavy metal, blending raw power with anthemic melodies.
Why this album works
'Heavy Metal Thunder' is notable for revitalizing Saxon's career and introducing their music to a new generation. The album enjoyed commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts and reaffirming Saxon's status within the heavy metal community, particularly during a time when traditional metal was experiencing a revival.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks thunderous anthems for celebration cathartic release of energy
- Context
- By the time 'Heavy Metal Thunder' was released in 2002, Saxon was revisiting their legacy after decades of influence in the heavy metal scene. This album followed their earlier work and marked a resurgence in popularity, as it compiled re-recordings of their classic tracks alongside new material. It was part of a broader trend in the early 2000s where veteran bands sought to reconnect with both old and new fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Heavy Metal Thunder Standout 4:16
- 2 Strong Arm of the Law 4:28
- 3 Power and the Glory 6:02
- 4 And the Bands Played On 2:56
- 5 Crusader 6:43
- 6 Dallas 1 PM 6:21
- 7 Princess of the Night Standout 4:13
- 8 Wheels of Steel 5:57
- 9 747 (Strangers in the Night) Standout 5:05
- 10 Motorcycle Man 3:50
- 11 Never Surrender 3:40
- 12 Denim and Leather 5:23
- 13 Backs to the Wall 3:09
Disc 2
- 1 Sacrifice 5:48
- 2 Power and the Glory 4:57
- 3 Heavy Metal Thunder Standout 2:58
- 4 Battalions of Steel 4:24
- 5 Motorcycle Man 3:45
- 6 And the Bands Played On 2:48
- 7 To Hell and Back Again 3:46
- 8 747 (Strangers in the Night) Standout 4:58
- 9 Crusader 5:35
- 10 Wheels of Steel 5:40
- 11 Princess of the Night Standout 3:51
- 12 Denim and Leather 5:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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