Rock 'n' Roll Gypsies
63 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal
A high-octane fusion of heavy metal riffs and anthemic choruses that embody classic rock spirit.
Why this album works
'Rock 'n' Roll Gypsies' is notable for its strong chart performance, landing in the top 40 in several countries. The album features songs that have become staples in Saxon's live performances, showcasing their influence on the heavy metal scene during the mid-1980s.
- Best for
- high-octane energy for driving anthemic choruses for sing-alongs dynamic journey experience
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'Rock 'n' Roll Gypsies' was Saxon's fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Crusader'. At this point, the band was cementing their status in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, continuing to evolve their sound with a blend of melodic hooks and hard-hitting riffs.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Power and the Glory Standout 6:28
- 2 And the Bands Played On 3:01
- 3 The Eagle Has Landed Standout 7:27
- 4 Just Let Me Rock 4:14
- 5 Rock the Nations 4:34
- 6 Dallas 1 PM 6:35
- 7 Broken Heroes 7:01
- 8 Battle Cry 5:38
- 9 Rock ’n’ Roll Gipsy Standout 5:03
- 10 Northern Lady 4:59
- 11 I Can’t Wait Anymore 4:30
- 12 This Town Rocks 4:15
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