Saxon are an English heavy metal band formed in Barnsley in 1975. As leaders of the new wave of British heavy metal (NWOBHM), they had eight UK Top 40 albums during the 1980s including four UK Top 10 albums and two Top 5 albums. They had numerous hit singles on the UK Singles Chart and experienced success all over Europe, South America and Japan, as well as in the United States.
During the 1980s, Saxon established themselves among Europe's most successful metal acts. The band tours regularly and have sold more than 23 million records worldwide.
Also Known As: Son of a Bitch (1975-1978)
Members:
Biff Byford
Paul Quinn
Nigel Glockler
Nibbs Carter
Doug Scarratt
Brian Tatler
Past members:
Graham Oliver
Steve Dawson
Pete Gill
Paul Johnson
Nigel Durham
Fritz Randow
Jörg Michael
From: Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England
Genre(s):
Heavy metal
Active From: 1975-present