Saxon Forever Timeline 35 Posts

  • 11.04.2021 18:36

    Saxon – Dogs Of War Album Playlist

    Dogs of War captures Saxon at their most battle-hardened and uncompromising. The album channels the band’s classic heavy metal roots into a darker, more aggressive atmosphere, driven by galloping riffs, commanding vocals, and lyrics steeped in conflict, power, and survival. There is a sense of urgency throughout the record — songs feel like war cries rather than nostalgia, proving that Saxon’s strength lies in endurance and discipline rather than excess. This playlist is a testament to traditional heavy metal standing firm against time, sharpened by experience and conviction.
  • 11.04.2021 09:33

    Saxon – Forever Free Album Playlist

    Forever Free is the eleventh studio album by British heavy metal band Saxon, released in 1992. Continuing the resurgence that began with Solid Ball of Rock, the album reinforces Saxon’s return to a heavier, more traditional metal sound rooted in their NWOBHM legacy.
  • 11.04.2021 00:30

    Saxon – Solid Ball Of Rock Album Playlist

    Solid Ball of Rock is the tenth studio album by British heavy metal band Saxon, released in 1991, and marks a decisive return to the band’s heavier and more aggressive sound. Often seen as a comeback album, Solid Ball of Rock reconnects Saxon with their classic NWOBHM spirit while incorporating a sharper, early-1990s metal edge.
  • 10.04.2021 15:27

    Saxon Destiny

    Destiny is the ninth studio album by British heavy metal band Saxon, released in 1988. The album represents the peak of the band’s late-1980s melodic phase, embracing a more polished and mainstream heavy metal sound influenced by the era’s arena rock and hard rock trends. Destiny features refined production, prominent melodies, and accessible songwriting, including the band’s well-known cover of Christopher Cross’s “Ride Like the Wind.”
  • 10.04.2021 06:24

    Saxon Rock The Nations

    Rock the Nations is the eighth studio album by British heavy metal band Saxon, released in 1986. The album continues the band’s mid-1980s shift toward a more melodic and commercially accessible heavy metal sound, while still preserving the power and identity that defined their NWOBHM roots.
  • 09.04.2021 21:21

    Saxon – Innocence Is No Excuse Album

    Innocence Is No Excuse is the seventh studio album by British heavy metal band Saxon, released in 1985. The album reflects the band’s continued evolution during the mid-1980s, incorporating a more melodic and polished sound while retaining elements of their NWOBHM roots.
  • 09.04.2021 12:18

    Saxon – Crusader Playlist

    Crusader is the sixth studio album by British heavy metal band Saxon, released in 1984. The album represents a transitional moment in the band’s career, blending their classic NWOBHM sound with a more polished, mid-1980s heavy metal production. Crusader features powerful riffs, melodic hooks, and anthemic songwriting, with the title track becoming one of Saxon’s most recognizable songs.
  • 09.04.2021 03:15

    Saxon Power & The Glory

    Power and the Glory is one of the most iconic heavy metal tracks by British NWOBHM pioneers Saxon, originally featured on their classic 1983 album Power & the Glory. The 2009 remastered version of the song—available on YouTube—highlights powerful riffs, energetic vocals, and the band’s signature melodic metal style that helped define early British heavy metal. This track has become a staple of Saxon’s live shows and a fan favorite, often celebrated for its lyrical themes of strength, battle, and glory.