Saracen - Crusader (live) +1 (CD)

SARACEN, once a NWOBHM band, with a strong live document from 2024. Recorded in Manchester/UK at the Tower Of Fire festival, these nine tracks showcase the band around original frontman Steve Bettney in excellent shape. SARACEN bridge the gap between eighties metal and pomp rock sounds as if it's the most natural blend you can imagine. Tracks like "Rock Of Ages", "Horsemen Of The Apocalypse" or "Heroes Saints & Fools" are simply fun. An authentic, honest sound and a beautiful artwork totally complete the picture of an exceptional band here. (MS)