Samson

The Profile

Samson is a British hard rock/heavy metal band formed around guitarist Paul Samson in 1977. Early lineups included members such as bassist Chris Aylmer and drummer Barry "Thunderstick" Purkis; Bruce Dickinson later served as vocalist for the band. The band's early records are cited as part of the transition toward NWOBHM.

Formed in 1977 by Paul Samson. Paul Samson died in 2002 (mentioned in reviews). Bassist Chris Aylmer died in 2007 (mentioned in reviews). Drummer Barry Purkis is known as Thunderstick and performed wearing a leather/sadomasochistic mask and playing inside a cage (mentioned in reviews). Bruce Dickinson used the nickname "Bruce Bruce" in early days (mentioned in reviews).

DeBaser hosts two reviews of Samson albums (Head On and Survivors). Reviewers praise Paul Samson's guitar work and the band's role in the transition from 70s hard rock to NWOBHM. Thunderstick's stage persona (mask/cage) and early connections to future Iron Maiden members are noted. Recommended for fans of raw hard rock and early British metal.