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Track Listings
| 1. Big Teaser (1999 Digital Remaster) |
| 2. Backs To The Wall (1999 Digital Remaster) |
| 3. Wheels Of Steel (7'' Version) (1997 Remaster) |
| 4. Motorcycle Man (1997 Digital Remaster) |
| 5. 747 (Strangers In The Night) (Edit) |
| 6. Suzie Hold On (1997 Digital Remaster) |
| 7. Heavy Metal Thunder (1997 Digital Remaster) |
| 8. Strong Arm Of The Law (1997 Digital Remaster) |
| 9. 20,000 Feet (1997 Digital Remaster) |
| 10. Dallas 1 PM (1997 Digital Remaster) |
| 11. And The Bands Played On |
| 12. Never Surrender |
| 13. Denim And Leather |
| 14. Princess Of The Night |
| 15. Power And The Glory (1999 Digital Remaster) |
| 16. Just Let Me Rock |
| 17. Back On The Streets |
| 18. Waiting For The Night (7'' Version) |
| 19. Ride Like The Wind |
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
What an album - Saxon were the first band I ever saw, back in the mid 80s. I can honestly say they got me into metal music but fifteen years or so later I started to listen less and less to my collection (marriage and kids and stuff and lack of time)but I came across the old vinyls whilst clearing out my loft and have got back into it big time (appart from the long hair !). So I looked for a "best of" album to try and summarise the Saxon albums, and I can't stop playing it at home, work and in the car.
Tha album boasts such classics as Denim and Leather, 747, Ride Like the Wind, And The Bands Played On, Never Surrender and Princess of the Night. The whole thing brings back big memories. I guess the only track that's not on there that should be included in a best of collection is Wheels of Steel, but I'm sure that will be on "The VERY Best of Saxon" when that's released - can't wait.
So, if like me, you were into Saxon twenty odd years ago but haven't listened to them in a long while, buy this album and you'll wonder why you ever stopped listening to them in the first place. (And I bet you'll still remember all the lyrics too !)
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I first listened to Saxon some 20 years ago as a long haired youth into the "New Wave of British Heavy Metal" and have not listened to them much over the past 15 years. This album brought it all back! an excellent slice of British heavy Metal from the 80's. The only bone of contention is the omission of the track "wheels of steel" despite this track being mentioned on the sleeve notes. That aside it is full of great songs that give you a real taste of what Saxon were all about. The Eagle has landed, 747-Strangers in the night, Dallas 1pm, denim and leather, the band played on etc, are all here. A couple of the live tracks are not the best mix quality but they are listenable. If you want to know about Saxon or wish to rediscover their appeal buy this album!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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It has to be close on 20 years since I last really listened to Saxon, Crusader being the last album I bought. Of the late 70s to early 80s crop of metal bands, I always considered Saxon to be just a cut above the competition with great riffs, good vocals and memorable songs. Other bands may have had greater 'commercial' success, but with Saxon you knew what you were getting every time. Since most of their recordings that I own were on tape cassette, I had been looking for a suitable overview of their output which HAD to include '747'; 'Wheels of Steel'; 'Denim & Leather' and the superb 'Dallas 1pm'. Yip they are all here! From start to finish this CD contains no nonsence, no frills, head down rock-n-roll. Interestingly the main body of the recordings contained on this CD come from 4 albums (Wheels of Steel / Strong Arm of The Law / Denim & Leather / Power & The Glory) the period of their greatest success. If you like metal at its melodic best, get this compilation.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Love this album
This album is great it offers a very good selection of saxon tracks, well worth the buy, value for money
Published 7 months ago by K. M. Smith
True British metal
Randomly found this on search. Hadn't heard any Saxon for years. Brought back all those memories of gigs all over the country. A great purchase.
Published 16 months ago by FUBAR
Really Good!!
There is at least 10 really good song on this album. I would highly recommend.
Published on 11 May 2010 by Paul
Saxon are fab
I always find it hard to believe that this band are not celebrated. There are no Saxon tribute bands that i know of.
I reckon they blow the pants off Judas Priest! Read more
I reckon they blow the pants off Judas Priest! Read more
Published on 13 Mar 2010 by Mr H
Takes me back!
This Album brings back great memories of being at school and first seeing saxon on TOTP. I kind of lost touch with the Band after 1985 and did not get any of the albums made after... Read more
Published on 2 Aug 2009 by S. Ward
fantastic compilation
this is a fantastic collection of the more well known songs by saxon from the 80s, it sounds great and the booklet is very informative, if you dont have... Read more
Published on 14 May 2009 by Edward J. mccarthy Jr.
Great driving music....takes me back to my youth!
Great to hear Biff blasting out over my CD (now) as opposed to tapes (1982). Not good for keeping within the speed limit, this has all the greats.... Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2001
Bloody Fantastic
Despite the cheesiness of some of the tracks, this powerful album really makes you want to buy some of the originals. Read more
Published on 14 Nov 2000 by Sam Browne
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