Strong Arm of the Law
Saxon · 1980
37 min · 8 tracks · heavy metal
Heavy metal anthems blend gritty storytelling with powerful riffs and bombastic vocals.
Why this album works
'Strong Arm of the Law' helped cement Saxon’s place in heavy metal history, reaching No. 11 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track has become a staple in metal culture, often referenced and covered by various artists, illustrating its lasting influence on the genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo energy anthems for sing-along moments gritty storytelling through lyrics
- Context
- Released in January 1980, 'Strong Arm of the Law' was Saxon's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and 'Wheels of Steel.' By this point, the band had established themselves within the burgeoning New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement, solidifying their reputation as a leading act in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dallas 1 PM Standout 6:27
- 2 Strong Arm of the Law Standout 4:30
- 3 Sixth Form Girls 4:15
- 4 Hungry Years 4:57
- 5 Heavy Metal Thunder Standout 4:14
- 6 Taking Your Chances 4:17
- 7 To Hell and Back Again 4:42
- 8 20,000 Ft 4:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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