British Heavy Metal legends Saxon have revealed their upcoming European tour Hell, Fire And Steel planned for 2025. This unique tour will feature the legendary album Wheels Of Steel, performed in its entirety to celebrate its 45th anniversary, plus great classics and songs from their latest album Hell, Fire And Damnation.
A tribute to a cult album
The Hell, Fire And Steel Tour, which kicks off on February 4, 2025 in Bremen, Germany, will mark a special moment for Saxon fans. The band will perform for the first time the entirety of Wheels Of Steel, their 1980 album, which marked the era of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM). In addition to this nostalgic return, the musicians will perform hits like Denim And Leather, Princess Of The Night and Power And Glory, without forgetting pieces from their latest opus Hell, Fire And Damnation.
In a message to fans, Saxon said: “This tour will see us perform our classic album Wheels Of Steel in its entirety, to celebrate its 45th anniversary, as well as all our hits, fan favorites and tracks from our new album Hell, Fire And Damnation. This Saxon tour will be exceptional and you shouldn’t miss it!”
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An ambitious tour across Europe
Running from February 4 to March 5, 2025, this tour will pass through 11 European countries, including Germany, Denmark, Sweden and Switzerland. Among the dates, here are those to remember in French-speaking countries:
- 28 fevrier – Volkshaus, Zurich (Suisse)
Tickets will be available for general sale from October 4, with different pre-sales depending on the country. Further information is available on the group’s website.
Saxon news: Hell, Fire And Damnation
Saxon’s new album, Hell, Fire And Damnation, released in January 2024, has been hailed by critics as one of the most powerful of his career. Produced by Andy Sneap (Judas Priest, Exodus, Accept) and Biff Byford, this opus explores varied themes through ten dynamic tracks, including Fire And Steel, a furious homage to heavy metal, and There’s Something In Roswell, a piece with rhythms expansive designed for arenas.
