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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]])]
+==== 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]])]
+==== Iron Maiden Family ====
+Iron Maiden has a loyal fanbase known as the "Iron Maiden Family," with fans often traveling long distances to see the band perform live.[([[https://ffponline.wordpress.com/2012/05/29/the-cross-cultural-appeal-of-iron-maiden/|ffponline]])]
+==== Dance of Death ====
+The band's album "Dance of Death" (2003) features a cover art that depicts Eddie as the Grim Reaper, holding the strings of a marionette.[([[https://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/iron-maiden-a-gruesome-history-of-graphic-artwork-248809|musicradar]])]
+==== Influential ====
+Iron Maiden has been an influential band for many other metal acts and has helped shape the genre of heavy metal as a whole.[([[https://www.quora.com/Why-was-Iron-Maiden-important-to-heavy-metal|quora]])]
+==== Killers ====
+The band's album "Killers" (1981) features the last appearance of vocalist Paul Di'Anno before he was replaced by Bruce Dickinson.[([[https://blabbermouth.net/news/ex-iron-maiden-singer-paul-dianno-is-recording-debut-warhorse-album|blabbermouth]])]
+==== Virtual XI ====
+Iron Maiden's album "Virtual XI" (1998) features Blaze Bayley as the vocalist, who replaced Bruce Dickinson during his temporary departure from the band.[([[https://maidenrevelations.com/2020/10/05/maiden-history-the-blaze-era-part-2-1997-1998/|maidenrevelations]])]
+==== Final Frontier Tour ====
+Iron Maiden's "The Final Frontier" tour (2010-2011) took the band to 38 countries and included over 100 shows.[([[https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/files/final_submissions/21421|etda]])]
+==== No Prayer for the Dying ====
+The band's album "No Prayer for the Dying" (1990) features the hit single "Bring Your Daughter... to the Slaughter," which reached number one on the UK Singles Chart.[([[http://www.progarchives.com/album.asp?id=12932|progarchives]])]
+==== Iron Maiden Fan Club ====
+Iron Maiden has a dedicated fan club called the "Iron Maiden Fan Club," which offers exclusive merchandise, pre-sale tickets, and access to fan club-only events.[([[https://forum.maidenfans.com/threads/members-of-the-maiden-fan-club-share-your-experience.31272/|maidenfans]])]
+==== The X Factor ====
+The band's album "The X Factor" (1995) features a darker and more introspective sound compared to their previous releases.[([[https://mikeladano.com/2012/11/09/review-iron-maiden-the-x-factor-plus-singles1995/|mikeladano]])]
+==== Musicianship And Technical Skill ====
+Iron Maiden has been praised for their musicianship and the technical skill of their guitarists, particularly the harmonized guitar solos of Dave Murray and Adrian Smith.[([[https://www.metal-archives.com/reviews/Iron_Maiden/Iron_Maiden_-_Fame/1060165/|metal-archives]])]
+==== Charity ====
+The band has been recognized for their philanthropic efforts, including their support for cancer research and their involvement in various charitable initiatives.[([[https://www.looktothestars.org/celebrity/iron-maiden|looktothestars]])]
+==== Most Enduring And Influential ====
+Iron Maiden continues to tour and release new music, maintaining their status as one of the most enduring and influential bands in heavy metal history.[([[https://www.thisisdig.com/feature/iron-maiden-heavy-metal-music-influence-legacy/|thisisdig]])]

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