And the Bands Played On
Saxon
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Just before dawn in the cold light We came out of the night A great expectation from the man who ran the show Will it rain, will it snow, will it shine, we don't know Are there clouds up in the sky We sat in the sun, woah-oh-oh And the bands played on And the bands played on And the bands played on See the people, feel the power There was sixty thousand there Just like thunder the crowds began to roar Where you there, did ya know, did ya see all the show There was magic in the air We sat in the sun woah-oh-oh And the bands played on And the bands played on And the bands played on See the rainbow shining brightly Shooting rockets to the sky Making music and it rolled on through the night You could hear on the air rock n' roll everywhere We were strangers in the night We sat in the sun woah-oh-oh And the bands played on And the bands played on And the bands played on And the bands played on And the bands played on
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Written by: HOWARD GREENFIELD, NEIL SEDAKA
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25 facts about this song
Release Information"And the Bands Played On" was released by British metal band Saxon on their 1981 album, "Denim and Leather."
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the band's appearance at the inaugural Monsters of Rock festival in 1980, held in Castle Donington, Leicestershire.
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Chart SuccessThe single reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Saxon's most successful songs.
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Music VideoThe song's music video features a live performance of the band, showcasing their energy and enthusiasm on stage.
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Legendary PerformanceThis song was played during Saxon's legendary performance at the 1980 Monsters of Rock festival, which had an audience of over 35,000 people.
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Classic Metal Anthem"And the Bands Played On" is considered an anthem of the classic British metal scene.
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Album RecognitionIts parent album, "Denim and Leather" is famous for having a strong influence in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by Saxon members Biff Byford, Paul Quinn, Graham Oliver, Steve Dawson and Pete Gill.
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Frequent Concert OpenerThe song is often used by the band to open their concerts, due to its energetic and captivating introduction.
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Song Tribute"And the Bands Played On" is a tribute to the camaraderie and spirit of rock festivals, and the unity of the rock community.
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Unique StyleThe song is known for its notable guitar riffs, driving rhythm and memorable chorus - characteristics that encapsulates Saxon's signature hard rock/heavy metal style.
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Live Album Appearance"And the Bands Played On" also appears on Saxon’s 1982 live album “The Eagle Has Landed”, further cementing its importance in the band's discography.
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Single B-SideThe B-side of the "And the Bands Played On" single was the track "Hungry Years," another song from the "Denim and Leather" album.
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LongevityDespite being released over 40 years ago, the song remains a fan favorite and is still regularly performed by Saxon.
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Global ReachBeyond the UK, the song also proved popular in several other countries, succeeding in getting Saxon recognized in the international music scene.
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Late Release"And the Bands Played On" was not released as a single until several months after the album "Denim and Leather" had debuted.
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Monster of Rock FestivalThis song was inspired by Saxon's experience playing at the 1980 Monsters of Rock Festival.
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High Chart Position"And the Bands Played On", upon its release, reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Live PerformancesDespite being one of their hit songs, "And the Bands Played On" is not frequently included in Saxon's live performances today.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics of the song are a recollection of the band's experience playing at the festival, including watching the crowd and other bands perform.
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Fan Favourite"And the Bands Played On" is especially prominent among Saxon's fans, and it is often regarded as one of their best songs.
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Tribute to BandsThe song is considered a tribute to bands that played at the 1980 Monsters of Rock Festival.
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Album SuccessThe "Denim and Leather" album, featuring "And the Bands Played On," is one of Saxon's most successful albums, making it to the top ten in the UK.
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Song Duration"And the Bands Played On" is pretty concise in length, clocking in at just under three minutes.
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Saxon InfluenceSaxon, primarily during the 80s, were significant influencers in the new wave of British heavy metal and "And the Bands Played On" is a fine representation of this era.
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