Saxon
Saxon · 1979
79 min · 22 tracks · heavy metal
Raw, energetic heavy metal riffs collide with anthemic melodies and powerful vocals, defining the British sound of the late '70s.
Why this album works
Saxon was pivotal in shaping the heavy metal genre during its formative years, contributing to the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement. The album's tracks have become staples in their live shows and have garnered critical acclaim over the years, influencing countless bands that followed. Notably, 'Stallions of the Highway' became a classic anthem for motorcycle culture, further solidifying their place in rock history.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys energetic workout motivation long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released in January 1979, Saxon's self-titled debut album marked the band's entry into the heavy metal scene just as they were gaining momentum. Following a series of successful live performances, this album established their presence alongside contemporaries like Motörhead and Judas Priest. It set the stage for their future success in the burgeoning New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rainbow Theme 3:07
- 2 Frozen Rainbow 2:29
- 3 Big Teaser 3:55
- 4 Judgement Day Standout 5:29
- 5 Stallions of the Highway Standout 2:51
- 6 Backs to the Wall Standout 3:09
- 7 Still Fit to Boogie 2:53
- 8 Militia Guard 4:53
- 9 Big Teaser (demo) 3:49
- 10 Stallions of the Highway (demo) 3:03
- 11 Backs to the Wall (demo) 3:11
- 12 Rainbow Theme (demo) 4:38
- 13 Frozen Rainbow (demo) 2:32
- 14 Backs to the Wall (BBC Radio 1 session) 3:17
- 15 Stallions of the Highway (BBC Radio 1 session) 2:46
- 16 Motorcycle Man (BBC Radio 1 session) 3:47
- 17 Still Fit to the Boogie (BBC Radio 1 session) 2:45
- 18 747 (Strangers in the Night) (BBC Radio 1 session) 5:01
- 19 Judgement Day (live) 5:39
- 20 Still Fit to Boogie (live) 2:37
- 21 Backs to the Wall (live) 3:24
- 22 Stallions of the Highway (live) 3:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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