Requiem EP

Released in 1990, the Requiem EP serves as a companion piece to the Solid Ball of Rock era, a period often cited as a return to form for Saxon after their more commercial experiments in the late eighties. The centerpiece, 'We Will Remember,' is a poignant tribute to fallen soldiers, showcasing the band's ability to handle sensitive historical subject matter with heavy metal gravitas. The EP includes both the single and album versions of this track, highlighting the subtle differences in radio-friendly editing versus full-scale arrangement. 'Altar of the Gods' maintains the band's classic metal credentials with a more aggressive edge, while 'Reeperbahn Stomp' provides a gritty, instrumental nod to their early days playing the clubs of Hamburg. Critically, this era marked Saxon's successful navigation into the 1990s, proving that their brand of British steel could adapt to modern production standards without losing its essential heart.