Released 10 years ago
Let Me Feel Your Power
Saxon · 2016
144 min · 32 tracks · heavy metal
A thunderous live album capturing the raw energy and iconic riffs of classic heavy metal performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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Battering Ram (live In Munich) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Wheels of Steel (live In Munich) — This track epitomizes Saxon's signature sound with its driving riffs and powerful chorus, making it a staple in their live performances.
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Motorcycle Man (live In Chicago) — The high-octane energy and crowd interaction in this version highlight the band’s connection with fans, embodying the spirit of live heavy metal.
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Denim and Leather (live In Munich) — This anthem resonates deeply with the band's roots and community, celebrating the heavy metal lifestyle while showcasing lyrical storytelling.
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Princess of the Night (live In Chicago) — With its melodic hooks and memorable chorus, this track captures both nostalgia and excitement, demonstrating Saxon's enduring appeal across generations.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This live album captures Saxon's energetic performances but lacks strong cohesion due to its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- Each track maintains a high tempo and heavy instrumentation characteristic of classic heavy metal, with guitar solos prominently featured throughout.
- Crowd interaction is evident, with cheers and audience participation enhancing the live atmosphere in several tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- thunderous live energy
- dynamic performance flow
- wave-like pacing throughout
- crowd participation moments
- nostalgic anthems for fans
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio recordings only
- dislike extended listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Saxon's live prowess and enduring legacy in heavy metal during a resurgence.
- Themes
- live metal energy· heavy metal community
- Career context
- Released on October 7, 2016, 'Let Me Feel Your Power' serves as a celebration of Saxon's extensive career, showcasing their live prowess during their ongoing resurgence in popularity. This album follows their previous studio release, 'Battering Ram,' and highlights the band's ability to engage audiences with their timeless anthems.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Accept
Tracklist
- 1 Battering Ram (live In Munich) Start here 4:41
- 2 Motorcycle Man (live In Munich) 3:33
- 3 Sacrifice (live In Munich) 4:09
- 4 Destroyer (live In Munich) 3:22
- 5 Power and the Glory (live In Munich) 5:02
- 6 20,000 Feet (live In Munich) 3:25
- 7 The Devil’s Footprint (live In Munich) 4:01
- 8 Heavy Metal Thunder (live In Munich) 2:54
- 9 Queen of Hearts (live In Munich) 5:27
- 10 Princess of the Night (live In Munich) 3:59
- 11 Wheels of Steel (live In Munich) 6:46
- 12 Denim and Leather (live In Munich) 4:53
- 13 Crusader (live In Munich) 5:16
- 14 Eye of the Storm (live In Brighton) 3:40
- 15 Battalions of Steel (live In Brighton) 4:41
- 16 Requiem (live In Brighton) 5:04
- 17 Motorcycle Man (live In Chicago) 3:43
- 18 This Town Rocks (live In Chicago) 4:11
- 19 Sacrifice (live In Chicago) 3:56
- 20 Power and the Glory (live In Chicago) 4:52
- 21 Solid Ball of Rock (live In Chicago) 5:43
- 22 Dallas 1 PM (live In Chicago) 5:59
- 23 Heavy Metal Thunder (live In Chicago) 2:53
- 24 Rock the Nations (live In Chicago) 3:50
- 25 The Eagle Has Landed (live In Chicago) 7:19
- 26 Wheels of Steel (live In Chicago) 5:40
- 27 Backs to the Wall (live In Chicago) 3:40
- 28 Just Let Me Rock (live In Chicago) 4:01
- 29 Strong Arm of the Law (live In Chicago) 4:22
- 30 747 (Strangers in the Night) (live In Chicago) 4:51
- 31 Princess of the Night (live In Chicago) 3:57
- 32 Denim and Leather (live In Chicago) 4:53
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Unleashed in the East
Judas Priest
Captures live heavy metal energy with powerful vocals and riffs, similar to Saxon's concert atmosphere.
Live After Death
Iron Maiden
Delivers a thunderous live performance with epic storytelling, resonating with the heavy metal community vibe.
No Sleep 'til Hammersmith
Motörhead
Embodies raw, energetic live performances filled with anthemic tracks that connect deeply with metal fans.
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