Saxon are an English heavy metal band formed in 1977 in Barnsley. As one of the leading acts of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, they achieved major commercial success throughout the 1980s, placing eight albums in the UK Top 40, including four Top 10 releases and two that reached the Top 5. During this period, Saxon established themselves as one of Europe’s most influential and respected metal bands. Known for their relentless touring schedule and enduring appeal, the band have sold over 13 million albums worldwide and are widely regarded as one of the definitive classic heavy metal acts.

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Saxon – Saxon 1979

Saxon Wheels of Steel
Saxon Wheels of Steel 1980

Saxon Strong Arm of Law
Saxon Strong Arm of Law 1980

Saxon Denim and Leather
Saxon Denim and Leather 1981

Saxon The Eagle Has Landed
Saxon The Eagle Has Landed (Live) 1982

Saxon Power & The Glory
Saxon Power & The Glory 1983

Saxon Crusader
Saxon Crusader 1984

Saxon Innocence Is No Excuse
Saxon Innocence Is No Excuse 1985

Saxon Rock The Nations
Saxon Rock The Nations 1986

Saxon Destiny
Saxon Destiny 1988

Saxon Solid Ball of Rock
Saxon Solid Ball of Rock 1991

Saxon Forever Free
Saxon Forever Free 1992

Saxon Dogs of War
Saxon Dogs of War 1995

Saxon Unleash The Beast
Playlist – Saxon Unleash The Beast 1997

Saxon Metal Head
Saxon Metal Head 1999

Saxon Killing Ground
Saxon Killing Ground 2001

Saxon Lionheart
Saxon Lionheart 2004

Saxon The Inner Sanctum
Saxon The Inner Sanctum 2007

Saxon Into the Labyrinth
Saxon Into the Labyrinth 2009

Saxon Call to Arms
Saxon Call to Arms 2011

Saxon Sacrifice
Saxon Sacrifice 2013

Saxon Battering Ram
Saxon Battering Ram 2015

Saxon Thunderbolt
Saxon Thunderbolt 2018

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Saxon is a prominent British heavy metal band that was established in 1977 in Barnsley, England. The band's original members included vocalist Biff Byford, guitarists Paul Quinn and Graham Oliver, bassist Steve Dawson and drummer Pete Gill. Their music is a blend of traditional heavy metal, hard rock and later on incorporating power metal influences. They are highly respected as one of the pioneers of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement alongside bands such as Iron Maiden and Judas Priest. Their most successful album to date is "Wheels of Steel" released in 1980 which reached number 5 on the UK Albums Chart. Some of their best known and enduring songs include "Motorcycle Man," "Denim and Leather," and "Princess...

          

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