IRON MAIDEN · Iron Maiden | BLACK LP

Black vinyl in standard cover.

Background information about 'Iron Maiden'

When Iron Maiden unleashed their self-titled debut in 1980, nobody could have predicted the seismic shift that was about to rock the heavy metal world. This isn't just an album – it's the birth certificate of one of metal's most enduring dynasties. From the moment "Prowler" kicks down the door with its galloping rhythm, you know you're witnessing something extraordinary. Paul Di'Anno's raw, punk-influenced vocals perfectly complement the twin guitar assault, while Steve Harris's bass lines create the foundation for what would become the Maiden sound.

The album showcases the band's early brilliance with tracks like the epic "Phantom Of The Opera" – a seven-minute masterpiece that demonstrated their progressive tendencies right from the start. "Running Free" became an instant anthem, while the haunting instrumental "Transylvania" proved that Iron Maiden could create atmosphere without uttering a single word. The title track "Iron Maiden" closes the album with a statement of intent that still gives goosebumps decades later. This is where the legend began, capturing the raw energy and unbridled passion that would make Iron Maiden heavy metal royalty.

For fans of:
Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Saxon, Diamond Head, Angel Witch

Track listing

A1. Prowler
A2. Remember Tomorrow
A3. Running Free
A4. Phantom Of The Opera
B1. Transylvania
B2. Strange World
B3. Charlotte The Harlot
B4. Iron Maiden

Manufacturer: Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH, Alter Wandrahm 14, 20457 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.parlophonerecords.com