Few bands in the history of heavy metal can rival the legacy of Iron Maiden. Since emerging from the pubs of East London in the late 1970s, the band has forged an enduring reputation. With multi-platinum albums, legendary tours, and a devoted global fanbase, Maiden’s influence extends far beyond their peers. Their iconography, musicianship, and larger-than-life performances have made them a cultural phenomenon and one of the most celebrated live acts in music.
By the 1990s, Iron Maiden faced a period of change and uncertainty. However, the return of frontman Bruce Dickinson and guitar virtuoso Adrian Smith in 1999 reunited the classic line-up and ushered in a new era, defined by the formidable ‘Three Amigos’ guitar attack of Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, and Janick Gers. This renewed strength saw Maiden rise once more, blending their classic fire with fresh creative energy as they entered the new millennium with albums and tours that reaffirmed their place at metal’s summit.
The ‘Eddie Rips Up the World Tour’ in 2005 was both a celebration and a revelation. Focusing solely on material from their first four studio albums, the band offered long-time fans a rare opportunity to experience the raw energy of their formative years, delivered with the precision and power honed over decades.
1 Intro/Murders In The Rue Morgue 5:08
2 Another Life 3:38
3 Prowler 4:27
4 The Trooper 5:41
5 Remember Tomorrow 6:20
6 Where Eagles Dare 5:09
7 Run To The Hill 4:05
8 Wrathchild 2:53
9 The Phantom Of The Opera 7:44
10 The Number Of The Beast 4:58
11 Hallowed Be Thy Name 7:34
12 Iron Maiden 5:26
13 Running Free 7:08
14 Drifter 4:43
15 Sanctuary 7:02