Uploaded January 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Saxon, the enduring titans of heavy metal, are set to release their 24th studio album, "Hell, Fire and Damnation" on January 19th. You’ve read our review here (tinyurl.com/ymtx69fw), and now you can get a glimpse into the creative process behind the album, with an exclusive interview with the band’s frontman, Biff Byford.
In an informative chat with Sonic Perspectives interviewer Rodrigo Altaf, Biff discussed the addition of guitarist Brian Tatler (also of Diamond Head), who replaced long-standing member Paul Quinn, the band's evolution, and the main themes on the album. The conversation delves into the challenges faced during the tumultuous 90s, showcasing Saxon's unyielding spirit in the face of adversity and the participation on the reality show “Get Your Act Together”, which brought the band back on track.
The pair also discussed the touring plans with Judas Priest and Uriah Heep, Byford’s journey from bass player to becoming one of metal’s most recognizable frontmen, and whether or not Saxon will ever release a concept album. Dive in and listen to their chat!
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#BiffByford #Saxon #NewAlbum #RodrigoAltaf #HeavyMetal #NWOBHM #Interview #HellFireDamnation #SonicPerspectives @seasonofmist
Saxon, the enduring titans of heavy metal, are set to release their 24th studio album, "Hell, Fire and Damnation" on January 19th. You’ve read our review here (tinyurl.com/ymtx69fw), and now you can get a glimpse into the creative process behind the album, with an exclusive interview with the band’s frontman, Biff Byford.
In an informative chat with Sonic Perspectives interviewer Rodrigo Altaf, Biff discussed the addition of guitarist Brian Tatler (also of Diamond Head), who replaced long-standing member Paul Quinn, the band's evolution, and the main themes on the album. The conversation delves into the challenges faced during the tumultuous 90s, showcasing Saxon's unyielding spirit in the face of adversity and the participation on the reality show “Get Your Act Together”, which brought the band back on track.
The pair also discussed the touring plans with Judas Priest and Uriah Heep, Byford’s journey from bass player to becoming one of metal’s most recognizable frontmen, and whether or not Saxon will ever release a concept album. Dive in and listen to their chat!
WEBSITE: sonicperspectives.com
FACEBOOK: fb.me/sonicperspectives
TWITTER: twitter.com/sncperspectives
FLIPBOARD: bit.ly/Flip-SP
PODCASTS ON ITUNES: bit.ly/SonicPerspectives
PODCASTS ON GOOGLE PLAY: bit.ly/GPodcasts-SP
PODCASTS ON SPOTIFY: buff.ly/3oLsKOd
PODCASTS ON STITCHER: bit.ly/SpStitcher
PODCASTS ON IHEART RADIO: bit.ly/SPiHeart
#BiffByford #Saxon #NewAlbum #RodrigoAltaf #HeavyMetal #NWOBHM #Interview #HellFireDamnation #SonicPerspectives @seasonofmist
