Nowhere is this more so than on their re-working of Saxon on ‘The Crusader Prelude’. Lead single “The Crusader Prelude” and “Crusader” start with near-whispers before kicking into giddily catchy, fuzz box-driven hollered hooks. When you buy a Saxon album, you know exactly what you’re getting! If you want to hear real Metal: Heavy, get this record now!
Crusader gives good insight into the truths. A Little Bit Of What You Fancy defines beauty, yet is as unforgiving as an astringent stone. Sailing To America is perhaps one of the best tracks of the past decade. In Set Me Free the light shines equally on lyrics, vocals and instrumentation. It’s also one of those rare songs that touchingly comfort the listener. Bad Boys (Like To Rock ‘n’ Roll) is beautiful, yet underrated track. Do It All For You is a song that definitely grows on you and becomes an album favorite. This track is just fantastic from start to finish. Run For Your Lives on Crusader is solid and easy to listen to.
Crusader CD


