Iron Maiden

The X Factor

Year2002
LabelMetal-is Records
CountryUnited States
StatusOfficial

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Tracklist

  1. Sign of the Cross (11:17)
  2. Lord of the Flies (5:03)
  3. Man on the Edge (4:13)
  4. Fortunes of War (7:23)
  5. Look for the Truth (5:10)
  6. The Aftermath (6:20)
  7. Judgement of Heaven (5:12)
  8. Blood on the World’s Hands (5:57)
  9. The Edge of Darkness (6:39)
  10. 2 A.M. (5:37)
  11. The Unbeliever (8:10)

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 Metal-is Records.

Source: MusicBrainz

Album Review

Iron Maiden's 'The X Factor' marked a significant shift in the band's sound, with the addition of Blaze Bayley on vocals bringing a darker and more introspective tone to their music. The album's atmosphere is brooding and melancholic, with haunting melodies and powerful riffs driving the overall sound. Standout tracks like 'Sign of the Cross' and 'Lord of the Flies' showcase Bayley's emotive vocals and the band's ability to craft epic compositions. The production quality is top-notch, with a crisp and polished sound that allows every instrument to shine. 'The X Factor' may not be a fan favorite, but it stands as a bold experiment in Iron Maiden's discography, showing their willingness to push boundaries and explore new musical territory.

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