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 The band has released a total of 16 studio albums, with their most recent being "Senjutsu" (2021).[([[https://www.ironmaiden.com/the-band|ironmaiden]])] The band has released a total of 16 studio albums, with their most recent being "Senjutsu" (2021).[([[https://www.ironmaiden.com/the-band|ironmaiden]])]
 +
 +==== Successful ====
 +
 +Iron Maiden has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the most successful heavy metal bands of all time.[([[https://www.thisisdig.com/feature/iron-maiden-heavy-metal-music-influence-legacy/|thisisdig]])]
 +
 +==== Longest Song To Date ====
 +
 +The band's album "The Book of Souls" (2015) features their longest song to date, "Empire of the Clouds," which has a runtime of over 18 minutes.[([[https://maidenrevelations.com/2015/06/18/iron-maiden-announce-the-book-of-souls//|maidenrevelations]])]
 +
 +==== Legacy Of The Beast Game ====
 +
 +The band's "Legacy of the Beast" video game was released in 2016 and allows players to control Eddie as he battles various enemies inspired by Iron Maiden's discography.[([[https://blabbermouth.net/news/iron-maidens-legacy-of-the-beast-announces-motorhead-in-game-collaboration|blabbermouth]])]
 +
 +==== Awards ====
 +
 +Iron Maiden has received numerous awards and accolades throughout their career, including a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2011.[([[https://www.grammy.com/artists/iron-maiden/14747|grammy]])]
 +
 +==== Steve Harris ====
 +
 +Steve Harris, in addition to his role as the band's bassist, is the primary songwriter for Iron Maiden and has written many of their most popular songs.[([[https://ironmaiden.fandom.com/wiki/Steve_Harris|ironmaiden]])]
 +
 +==== Fear of the Dark ====
 +
 +Iron Maiden's album "Fear of the Dark" (1992) features the title track, which has become a staple of the band's live performances.[([[https://tuonelamagazine.com/1992-iron-maiden-fear-of-the-dark-anniversary-special/|tuonelamagazine]])]
 +
 +==== Brave New World ====
 +
 +The band's album "Brave New World" (2000) marked the return of vocalist Bruce Dickinson and guitarist Adrian Smith, who had previously left the band in the 1990s.[([[https://maidenrevelations.com/2021/05/08/review-brave-new-world-2000/|maidenrevelations]])]
 +
 +==== Touring ====
 +
 +Iron Maiden has toured extensively throughout their career, playing shows in over 60 countries and performing in front of millions of fans.[([[https://twistedthread.co.nz/blogs/band-history/the-unparalleled-power-of-iron-maiden|twistedthread]])]
 +
 +==== Rock In Rio ====
 +
 +The band's concert at Rock in Rio in 2001 drew a crowd of over 250,000 people, making it one of the largest live performances in history.[([[https://www.amazon.com/Iron-Maiden-Rock-Bruce-Dickinson/dp/B00006G8G1|amazon]])]
 +
 +==== A Matter of Life and Death ====
 +
 +Iron Maiden's album "A Matter of Life and Death" (2006) debuted at number 9 on the Billboard 200 chart, making it their highest-charting album in the United States at the time.[([[https://www.ironmaidenfc.gr/en/iron-maiden-albums/a-matter-of-life-and-death-802|ironmaidenfc]])]
 +
 +==== Trooper ====
 +
 +The band's song "The Trooper" is based on the Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War and has become one of their signature tracks.[([[https://singersroom.com/w1/10-best-iron-maiden-songs-of-all-time/|singersroom]])]
 +
 +==== Iron Maiden Day ====
 +
 +Iron Maiden was honored with their own "Iron Maiden Day" in Argentina, which was declared by the Buenos Aires city legislature in 2011.[([[https://www.ironmaiden-bg.com/web/index.php/main-news|ironmaiden-bg]])]
 +
 +==== Somewhere in Time ====
 +
 +The band's album "Somewhere in Time" (1986) features a futuristic theme and cover art depicting a robot version of Eddie.[([[https://planetradio.co.uk/planet-rock/news/rock-news/eddie-the-head-iron-maiden/|planetradio]])]
 +
 +==== Music Festivals ====
 +
 +Iron Maiden has headlined major music festivals around the world, including Download Festival, Wacken Open Air, and Rock am Ring.[([[https://variety.com/2022/global/news/iron-maiden-wacken-2023-sold-out-1235337714/|variety]])]
 +
 +==== Piece Of Mind ====
 +
 +The band's album "Piece of Mind" (1983) features the classic song "The Trooper" and is notable for its cover art depicting Eddie holding a brain.[([[https://www.velvetthunder.co.uk/iron-maiden-on-track-exclusive-sample-chapter/|velvetthunder]])]
 +
 +==== Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ====
 +
 +The band has been nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame multiple times but has yet to be inducted.[([[https://guitar.com/news/iron-maiden-steve-harris-rock-hall/|guitar]])]
 +
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iron_maiden.txt · Last modified: 2023/06/28 10:46 by eziothekilla34