British Heavy Metal legends Saxon will release their 25th studio album, Gods Of Thunder, through Silver Lining Music on 22 January 2027. The title track is out now as the album’s first single.
Drawing on history, fantasy, horror, ancient mythology, pagan rites and the enduring spirit of rock ‘n’ roll, the ten-track album was produced by founder and frontman Biff Byford and mixed by Andy Sneap. “Gods Of Thunder is a mighty tale of Celtic mythology, packed with the spirit and power of true Heavy Metal,” Byford says. “Turn it up and bang your head!”
The album brings together Byford’s unmistakable voice, the twin-guitar attack of Doug Scarratt and Brian Tatler, Nigel Glockler’s drums and Tim ‘Nibbs’ Carter’s bass.
Byford’s passion for history runs throughout the record. The Bloody Tower (The Ballad Of Anne Boleyn) recounts the politically charged execution of Anne Boleyn, while Medusa turns to mythology with a taut riff and relentless pace. Remember The Alamo carries the energy of early-’80s NWOBHM, and Scarratt and Tatler come to the fore on Temple Of Rock. Closing track MI5 draws together the Berlin Wall and Cold War espionage.
“We had great fun making this album,” Byford says. “This is gonna be one to beat.” Pre-orders are available now from https://lnk.to/SaxonGodsofThunder.
Saxon will take the album on the road in February 2027. The UK and Ireland dates form the first part of the Gods Of Thunder World Tour, with further international shows to be announced.
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Gods Of Thunder will be available in multiple vinyl variants, on CD, in exclusive bundles and digitally. Tickets and further information are available from saxon747.com.
