The first of the double CD's is entitled 'BBC ARCHIVES' and includes music recorded between 19 for the BBC's Friday Rock Show. Alongside the music, fans will find a crystal Eddie Head shot glass and an individually numbered Pete Frame family tree on parchment scroll, detailing the complete Iron Maiden history and rolled in a specially designed Eddie ring! Each of the three double CD's have full colour 24 page booklets, two with new Eddie artwork with previously unseen photos of the various line ups and one based on the original classic '82 tour programme. The set will be presented in a unique 270x190圆0 mm limited edition silver Eddie embossed casket. This is a great way to celebrate our history with the people who helped us make it.' I've seen the casket and it looks fantastic. Maiden's career went on from one high to another - it really was a rollercoaster ride! I think they capture the essence of what the band was and still is all about: pure, raw energy, great musicianship and an in-your-face attitude. These recordings encompass the early days with Paul Di'Anno through to Bruce Dickinson's arrival. In fact, other than the 'Maiden Japan' EP and a couple of live B' Sides, there were no live recordings released until 'Live After Death' in 1986. Rod Smallwood, manager of the band since mid 1979, comments 'We've been talking for a while about issuing a special release for our fans and I think the live recordings are very important to the history of the band. In addition to this there will be a compilation of 'THE BEST OF THE B'SIDES' available here for the first time as one collection. The set comprises of three double CD's containing the band's earliest live recordings from 1979 through to their headlining performance at Donington in 1988. As a celebration Iron Maiden are to release some highly treasured recordings presented in a very special collector's case for their long standing and loyal fans.ĮDDIE'S ARCHIVE is to be released by EMI Records on 4th November. For 20 years, IRON MAIDEN have been at the forefront of heavy metal worldwide and are viewed by many as one of Britain's greatest musical exports, as highlighted by last year's prestigious Ivor Novello songwriting award.ĭuring this time they have achieved incredible global chart success, some 200 gold and platinum records, sell out tours and huge respect from their peers both old and new.

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