Iron Maiden

Killers

Year1981
LabelEMI
CountryJapan
StatusOfficial

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Tracklist

  1. The Ides of March (1:46)
  2. Wrathchild (2:55)
  3. Murder in the Rue Morgue (4:18)
  4. Another Life (3:22)
  5. Genghis Khan (3:07)
  6. Innocent Exile (3:52)
  7. Killers (5:01)
  8. Prodigal Son (6:11)
  9. Purgatory (3:20)
  10. Drifter (4:48)
  11. Details of Twilight Zone

About the Band

Iron Maiden is a British heavy metal band, formed in 1975. Their studio albums include Iron Maiden (1980), Killers (1981), The Number of the Beast (1982), Piece of Mind (1983), Powerslave (1984), Somewhere in Time (1986). The lineup includes Steve Harris, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Bruce Dickinson, Janick Gers, Simon Dawson. They record for EMI.

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Album Review

Iron Maiden's sophomore album, 'Killers', is a relentless onslaught of heavy metal power that solidified their place in the genre. The album maintains a raw and aggressive sound throughout, with Steve Harris' thunderous bass lines leading the charge. Standout tracks like 'Wrathchild' and 'Killers' showcase the band's knack for crafting catchy yet hard-hitting anthems. The production quality is grittier compared to their later works, giving 'Killers' a more underground feel. This album marked the departure of original vocalist Paul Di'Anno, but his gritty delivery perfectly complements the aggressive nature of the music. 'Killers' is a crucial piece in Iron Maiden's discography, showcasing their early roots and paving the way for their future epic releases.

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