BRUCE DICKINSON · Accident Of Birth | 2CD

Double CD. CD1 is the remastered original album. CD2 contains bonus tracks including a previously unreleased track. Comes in a jewelcase with an 8-page booklet.

Background information about 'Accident Of Birth'

Bruce Dickinson had already proven he could soar far beyond the Iron Maiden nest, but with Accident Of Birth, he delivered something truly monumental. Released in 1997, this record is a glorious, thunderous beast of heavy metal that stands tall alongside any classic of the genre. From the very first riff of the title track, you know you are in for a ride – it is aggressive, melodic, and packed with the kind of swagger that only a frontman of Dickinson's caliber can summon.

Working once again with guitarist Roy Z, the album is a masterclass in songwriting. Tracks like \u201cDarkside of Aquarius\u201d and \u201cRoad to Hell\u201d are pure adrenaline, mixing Dickinson\u2019s unmistakable operatic wail with razor-sharp riffing. But there is depth here too: \u201cMan of Sorrows\u201d shows a more introspective, almost bluesy side, while the title track remains one of the most anthemic metal songs of the 90s. The production is crisp, the performances are tight, and the whole thing feels like a band firing on all cylinders – which makes sense, given that this line-up (including Adrian Smith on guitar) would later shape the sound of Maiden\u2019s comeback era.

This 2CD edition is a treasure for collectors. The remastered sound breathes new life into every cymbal crash and guitar squeal, while the bonus disc offers rare gems and alternative versions that deepen the appreciation for these already brilliant songs. It is not just a reissue – it is a celebration of one of heavy metal\u2019s finest solo records.

For fans of:
Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Halford, Dio, Queensryche

Track listing

CD 1: Original Album

1. Freak
2. Toltec 7 Arrival
3. Starchildren
4. Taking The Queen
5. Darkside Of Aquarius
6. Omega
7. Man Of Sorrows
8. Accident Of Birth
9. The Magician
10. Welcome To The Pit
11. Road To Hell
12. Arc Of Space

CD 2: Bonus Tracks

1. The Ghost Of Cain
2. Accident Of Birth (Demo)
3. Starchildren (Demo)
4. Taking The Queen (Demo)
5. Man Of Sorrows (Radio Edit)
6. Man Of Sorrows (Orchestral Version)
7. Man Of Sorrows (Spanish Version)
8. Darkside Of Aquarius (Demo)
9. Arc Of Space (Demo)

Manufacturer: Universal Music GmbH, Mühlenstraße 25, 10243 Berlin, Germany, Contact: umusic.com