Iron Maiden
The Number of the Beast
| Year | 1987 |
| Label | Capitol Records |
| Country | US |
| Status | Official |
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About the Band
Iron Maiden are an English heavy metal band formed in 1975 by bassist Steve Harris. After several lineup changes prior to their recording career, they settled on Harris, vocalist Paul Di'Anno, guitarist Dave Murray and drummer Doug Sampson. The band currently consists of Harris and Murray with guitarist Adrian Smith (who first joined in 1980), vocalist Bruce Dickinson (who first joined in 1981), drummer Nicko McBrain (since 1982; not touring since 2024, replaced live by Simon Dawson from British Lion) and guitarist Janick Gers (since 1990).
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Album Review
Iron Maiden's iconic album 'The Number of the Beast' is an absolute masterpiece of heavy metal music. From Bruce Dickinson's soaring vocals to Steve Harris' thunderous bass lines, every element of this album is a showcase of the band's talent and creativity. The overall sound and atmosphere of the album are dark and intense, with epic guitar solos and pounding drums that create a sense of urgency and power. Standout tracks like 'The Number of the Beast' and 'Hallowed Be Thy Name' are instant classics, with their memorable melodies and hard-hitting lyrics. The production quality is top-notch, capturing the energy and raw emotion of Iron Maiden's live performances. 'The Number of the Beast' solidified Iron Maiden's status as one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time, setting a new standard for the genre.