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Sacrifice

Saxon · 2013

62 min · 15 tracks · heavy metal

Thunderous riffs and powerful vocals drive this relentless heavy metal exploration of themes like sacrifice and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • intense motivational moments

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Sacrifice' was released in 2013, Saxon had established themselves as veterans of the heavy metal scene, coming off a successful resurgence with their 2011 album 'Call to Arms.' This album marked their 20th studio release, showcasing their ability to remain relevant while continuing to evolve their sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Accept

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Procession 1:45
  • 2 Sacrifice 3:57
  • 3 Made in Belfast 4:34
  • 4 Warriors of the Road 3:32
  • 5 Guardians of the Tomb 4:48
  • 6 Stand Up and Fight 4:03
  • 7 Walking the Steel 4:24
  • 8 Night of the Wolf 4:20
  • 9 Wheels of Terror 4:22
  • 10 Standing in a Queue 3:37

Disc 2

  • 1 Crusader (orchestrated version) 6:41
  • 2 Just Let Me Rock (re‐recorded version) 3:39
  • 3 Requiem (acoustic version) 3:31
  • 4 Frozen Rainbow (acoustic version) 4:04
  • 5 Forever Free (re‐recorded version) 4:48

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