In a city of tartan tourist traps, Saor bring something more sincerely Celtic to the capital. It’s a Sunday night and the kind of wind that can cut through even the toughest battle jacket whirls through the cobbled streets of Edinburgh. This might explain why, when Oakenthrone take to the stage at La Belle Angele, … Continue reading Gig Review: Saor / Cistvaen / Oakenthrone – La Belle Angele, Edinburgh (15th March 2026)
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Gig Review (Album Launch Show): Saor / Domhain / Ofnus – The Classic Grand, Glasgow (8th February 2025)
There's something about a small venue that adds that extra bit of magic and expectation to any show regardless of the genre. An intimate show where the band and the fans are united as one for their mutual love for music, where the atmosphere and intensity is palpable and time has no meaning. However an … Continue reading Gig Review (Album Launch Show): Saor / Domhain / Ofnus – The Classic Grand, Glasgow (8th February 2025)
Album review: Saor – Amidst the Ruins
The new full-length of Saor, Amidst the Ruins, is a release I counted on because according to my estimations, I like one album out of two. That is to say that while Forgotten Paths was the one I was taken with, Origins actually put me off a bit. So in addition to this fantastic first … Continue reading Album review: Saor – Amidst the Ruins
Gig Review: Saor / Cân Bardd / Belore – CC John Lennon, Limoges (13th December 2024)
This year was the ten years anniversary of Saor's Aura and while I saw them tour all over Europe, a miracle happened: they annouced two last dates in France for this occasion. Limoges being only four hours and half driving from my place, I could simply not miss it. Especially as it was a dream … Continue reading Gig Review: Saor / Cân Bardd / Belore – CC John Lennon, Limoges (13th December 2024)
Saor share playthrough video of “Amidst the Ruins”, live dates on sale now
In the windswept grandeur of Scotland's towering peaks and mist-laden lochs, the mythic resonances of Saor's sound rise once again. Today, the band shares their masterful playthrough for their newest single, "Amidst the Ruins". "Amidst the Ruins" draws inspiration from a bygone era, merging black metal's raw intensity with Celtic folk’s heartfelt melodies. As echoes … Continue reading Saor share playthrough video of “Amidst the Ruins”, live dates on sale now
Saor drop new video and announce European tour
A couple of days ago, following months of teasing with studio photos and quotes, Saor finally announced their new album Amidst the Ruins which will be released on the 7th of February 2025 on Season of Mist. And today they dropped the self titled single in a stunning video! As usual, the tracklist and the … Continue reading Saor drop new video and announce European tour