Saxon – ‘Denim and Leather’ – Behind the Album – Barnsley – Band Photo
Biff Byford: “Denim and Leather (back) cover was shot in a field on the brow of a hill just aside Barnsley behind the motorcycle showroom where the bikes were borrowed.”
Saxon released their fourth studio album, Denim and Leather, on October 5, 1981. It was the last album to feature the classic lineup, as drummer Pete Gill would soon leave the band due to a hand injury.
Denim and Leather was certified ‘Gold’ in the U.K. for selling over 100,000 copies.
Band:
Biff Byford – vocals
Graham Oliver – guitar
Paul Quinn – guitar
Steve Dawson – bass guitar
Pete Gill – drums
Tracklisting:
1. Princess of the Night
2. Never Surrender
3. Out of Control
4. Rough and Ready
5. Play It Loud
6. And the Bands Played On
7. Midnight Rider
8. Fire in the Sky
9. Denim and Leather
