Released 20 years ago
The Eagle Has Landed – part 3
Saxon · 2006
142 min · 32 tracks · heavy metal
A high-octane celebration of classic heavy metal, blending anthemic choruses with relentless guitar riffs and powerful vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wheels of Steel — An iconic anthem that encapsulates the band's driving sound, showcasing their signature guitar work and rallying lyrics about freedom and defiance.
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Crusader — Combining medieval themes with hard-hitting riffs, this track highlights Saxon's lyrical storytelling prowess and musical versatility, making it a fan favorite.
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The Return — As an opening track, it sets a triumphant tone for the album, reflecting the band's return to form while celebrating their rich history and legacy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- thunderous anthems for celebration
- dynamic journey with peaks
- energizing tracks for workouts
- headbanging moments with friends
- waves of powerful guitar riffs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quiet, minimalistic sounds
- not seeking instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, The Eagle Has Landed – Part 3 captures Saxon's enduring legacy as they celebrated their 30th anniversary. Following a string of successful albums in the late '90s and early 2000s, this live compilation showcases their classic tracks while affirming their relevance in the heavy metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Accept
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Frozen Rainbow
The song's bridge shifts into a haunting melody that contrasts with its earlier power, inviting listeners to reflect on themes of longing and hope.
This moment demonstrates a sophisticated use of dynamics, transforming the song's energy and engaging listeners on both emotional and musical levels.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 This Town Rocks 4:53
- 2 Backs to the Wall 3:28
- 3 Redline 4:01
- 4 Stand Up and Be Counted 3:26
- 5 Never Surrender 3:33
- 6 Frozen Rainbow 6:49
- 7 Suzie Hold On 4:50
- 8 Play It Loud 4:27
- 9 Warrior 3:55
- 10 See the Light Shining 6:45
- 11 To Hell and Back Again 3:20
- 12 Stallions of the Highway 3:06
- 13 Wheels of Steel 8:51
- 14 And the Bands Played On 3:51
- 15 Crusader 7:04
Disc 2
- 1 The Return 1:41
- 2 Lionheart 6:04
- 3 Man and Machine 3:30
- 4 Beyond the Grave 4:55
- 5 Searching for Atlantis 5:40
- 6 To Live by the Sword, Part 1 2:04
- 7 Unleash the Beast 3:00
- 8 To Live by the Sword, Part 2 1:31
- 9 Flying on the Edge 4:34
- 10 Jack Tars 0:54
- 11 English Man'o'War 4:19
- 12 Court of the Crimson King 5:20
- 13 Broken Heroes 6:46
- 14 Dragon's Lair 3:32
- 15 Rock Is Our Life 5:11
- 16 Travellers in Time 4:43
- 17 Solid Ball of Rock 5:55
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