And while book of souls occasionally overstays its welcome, overall it is a very worthy addition to what is now a 16 album body of work. The book of souls cd tracklisthide credits 11 if eternity should fail writtenby dickinson 8. The latest version is book of souls, which is devoid of the memorable riffs, narrative lyrics, and choruses that made iron maiden legendary. The book of souls is now my favorite iron maiden album prior was a toss up of somewhere in time, number of the beast and seventh son. Iron maiden, like many other bands of this longevity, need an editor, and one would have helped reform the book of souls from a ninetyminute bloated monster into a sixty or even seventyminute masterpiece.
Amazon finally updated their shipping for my vinyl for a tuesday or wednesday delivery. The book of souls by iron maiden on amazon music amazon. View the track listing and get your copy of the limited edition deluxe cd, cd, triple heavyweight vinyl or digital version. With the book of souls in 2015, iron maiden delivered one of their most powerful albums since the return of bruce dickinson, which led to an extreme tour across the entire world. Sep 10, 2015 like other rare, few bands that can sustain several decades and still offer worthwhile, warmblooded efforts the book of souls argues theres still plenty of life left in this beast. Live chapter is a music live recording by iron maiden prog relatedprogressive rock released in 2017 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. The book of souls by iron maiden cd, sep2015, 2 discs, bmg distributor 5 out of 5 stars. Limited edition triple heavyweight vinyl of the 2015 studio album. Iron maiden to roll out the studio collection remastered digipak cds. Though it was mostly finished in 2014, vocalist bruce dickinsons cancer diagnosis and treatment delayed its release until he was medically cleared. All these questions are answered, more or less, with maidens latest effort the book of souls. The book of souls is the sixteenth studio album by english heavy metal band iron maiden, released on 4 september 2015. The book of souls cd 2 discs 2015 expertly refurbished product. The albums length alone, for one, is proof positive that the group has not lost an iota of the passion that led them to create now.
Eddie also known as eddie the head is the mascot for the british heavy metal band iron maiden. The book of souls is a music studio album recording by iron maiden prog relatedprogressive rock released in 2015 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. Iron maiden the book of souls 2 cddeluxe edition music. That might not come through on the first few listens. Iron maiden the book of souls 2 cddeluxe edition amazon. The book of souls live at download festival, donington, england, 6122016 iron maiden. Iron maiden the book of souls live chapter mexican edition. But the book of souls also serves to remind why iron maiden remain relevant today, more than thirty years after they were first formed.
Shrinkwrap was renewed, no visible damage on disc or booklet. Oct 12, 2018 like all proper legacy artists, iron maiden have given their studio output a buff and polish in recent years. All the 11 tracks a total of 92 minutes had been recorded since the last half of 2014 in paris, and produced by the bands longtime partner, kevin caveman shirley. It also helps that the bands original logo is brought back and that the booklet. To say that iron maiden s the book of souls was ardently anticipated would be a vast understatement. The sixteen albums they released between 1980 and 2015 have been remastered and re. Oct 16, 2015 mix iron maiden the book of souls youtube. The album is called the book of souls, the book contains the lyrics and thus the soul of the songs. Iron maiden to roll out the studio collection remastered. It is the bands first studio double album, and also their longest to date, with a total length of 92 minutes.
A thick cardboard sleeve with an opening on the side holds the book of souls and 2 cds. I see nothing to complain about the deluxe version and its contents. To say that iron maidens the book of souls was ardently anticipated would be a vast understatement. Buy iron maidens album titled the book of souls to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it. Theyre more evenly distributed over the album this time around as well. For those who like postreunion iron maiden, however, the book of souls rivals the. What did you expect the book to contain, mayan cooking recipes. While not a concept record, there are constant themes that populate the two cd release, with the most immediate one being endings. After various listens i think it is a very good album.
Iron maidens eagerly awaited new studio album the book of souls will be released globally on 4th september through parlophone records. All of the information about iron maidens new album the book of souls. Buy iron maiden s album titled the book of souls to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it. He is a perennial fixture of the groups artwork, appearing in all of their album covers as well as most of their singles and in their merchandise, which includes tshirts, posters and action figures. Iron maiden ed force one boeing 747 spectacular takeoff at cardiff airport cwlegff duration. The albums length alone, for one, is proof positive that the group has not lost an iota of the passion that led them to create nowseminal classics like the number of the beast or powerslave. Its launch and supporting tour were delayed to allow vocalist bruce dickinson time to recover from the removal of a cancerous tumour in early 2015.
The book of souls doesnt just feel like a new iron maiden album, but like a visit from an old friend. The book of souls deluxe book contents page 4 maidenfans. Get the best deals on rock cds iron maiden when you shop the largest online selection at. In 2016 and 2017 the ed force one aircraft took the band to 39 different countries on six continents, where they met over two. This writers own introduction to the book of souls was a marathon listen in one sitting, and indeed, fatigue set. It was recorded in paris with their longstanding producer kevin caveman shirley in late 2014, with the finishing touches added earlier this year. The book has glossy card stock pages in full color. Iron maiden the book of souls 2015 mastered for itunes.
The book of souls deluxe edition by iron maiden cd 2 discs sealed d2 5 out of 5 stars 3 product ratings 3 product ratings the book of souls deluxe edition by iron maiden cd 2 discs sealed d2. Cds pressed from 2015 matrix for digibook version, the digipak just reprinted from booklet. The english heavy metal band iron maiden performs a live concert at the scandinavian heavy metal festival. Their first album in five years is a triumph of sorts, especially in the wake of bruce dickinsons battle with cancer. The lead single speed of light is my least favorite song though not a bad one on the album where the red and the black, tears of a clown, empire of the clouds and book of souls are my favorites with the others being very catchy and great to listen. The book of souls deluxe book contents page 3 maidenfans. Hard rock, heavy metal iron maiden the book of souls 2019, cd discogs explore. Iron maiden the red and the black the book of souls. Digital booklet the book of souls free download as pdf file. While 2006s a matter of life and death and 2010s the final frontier showcased longer songs, book of souls is epic by comparison. It is just photograped from booklet and even the line dividing pages was not removed or somehow disguised. By signing up you agree to receive news and offers from iron maiden. Iron maiden the book of soul rare 2 cd hardback book edition. Instead, iron maiden forces a balance between their signature sound and progressive rock through meandering riffs, left over ideas, modest new riffs, and pop notes updated from 1988 for the 2016 top 40.
Iron maiden is releasing a new album the book of souls on september 4, 2015. Opinions on the bands output after reuniting with singer bruce dickinson and guitarist adrian smith have divided their fan base, but while the book of souls follows the same pseudoprogressive formula as its direct predecessors, the fire and vigor of classic iron maiden is heard more than occasionally throughout the album. View the track listing and get your copy of the limited edition deluxe cd, cd, triple. The great unknown live at mra arena, newcastle, england, 5142017 iron maiden.
Fear of the dark live at arena castelao, fortaleza, brazil, 3242016 iron maiden. Released in a doublecd deluxe edition in a hard case with a 24 page booklet. Their first album in five years is a triumph of sorts, especially in. Still no word from im site about my deluxe cd, still says processing. Get the best deals on iron maiden metal music cds when you shop the. Then either replay the same songs or move forward or stop listening, if i ran out of time. But if this is the time when the great airship must fall, maiden goes out on top, defying convention.
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