Label : Parlophone
Release : 2024
Iron Maiden is the legendary debut album that introduced the band at the dawn of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement. The record combines raw energy with strong melodies and a streetwise attitude that immediately set the band apart. Tracks such as Phantom of the Opera, Running Free and Sanctuary showcase a young band bursting with ambition, speed and character. The sound feels direct and unpolished, perfectly capturing the underground spirit from which Iron Maiden emerged.
On vinyl, the raw power of these early recordings gains additional warmth and presence, allowing guitars and bass to fully shine. For collectors, this album remains the essential starting point of one of heavy metal’s most important careers. Iron Maiden captures a band still hungry and developing, yet already unmistakably unique. A cornerstone release for any heavy metal vinyl collection.
