3/28/2023 0 Comments Eddie iron maiden![]() ![]() But by the time they inked a deal with EMI in the UK and Harvest/Capitol in North America, Maiden’s lineup consisted of Di’Anno, Harris, the twin guitar tandem of Dave Murray and Dennis Stratton, and drummer Clive Burr. Originally formed in London circa 1975 by bassist Steve Harris, Maiden would endure countless lineup changes for the remainder of the decade, but in the process, also built a rabid following, issued a popular self-released recording (1979’s The Soundhouse Tapes) and aligned themselves with the fast-rising New Wave of British Heavy Metal - which also included the likes of Def Leppard, Saxon, and Diamond Head, among others. And one of the most obvious reasons for this was because their singer at the time, Paul Di’Anno, was a shorthaired punk rocker. But in 1980, punk’s attitude was still well on display within the grooves of their debut recording. Granted, Maiden would soon transform themselves into more of a traditional heavy metal band, and erase most of the “punk” from their sonic equation. But eventually, certain bands became bold enough to combine both styles together, including Motörhead, Venom, and early Iron Maiden - especially the latter’s classic self-titled debut album from 1980. Years of being locked up in dungeons and being slapped on shameless merchandise would take a toll on anyone, regardless of image or sound.”Īt press time, Bruce Dickenson pitched the idea to have Eddie fencing with Satan on the wing of his 747 for an upcoming photo promoting the band’s scented candles.When punk rock first hit the scene in the mid to late ‘70s, it appeared to draw a line in the sand, and longhaired metalheads and spiky-haired punkers had to remain on their respective sides. The famous Misfits mascot, Crimson Ghost, came to me expressing his desire to just once be able to shake off the long robe and maybe go rollerblading or something. ![]() “It would do bands a lot of good to be more mindful of their mascot’s wishes, especially ones that have had so much asked of them. “I believe Edward’s concerns are more than valid,” said Lopez. Licensed therapist and expert on the emotional health of band mascots, Geraldine Lopez, has worked with many metal mascots over the years. Maybe after our next big record which will have Eddie tight rope walking over a volcano, and the single that will have him storming a landmine ridden beach, we’ll consider letting the ol’ guy kick his feet up and sip some wine on a far off alien planet with flaming ghost robots patrolling the streets or something.” I do understand that as we get older, the need for downtime becomes increasingly important, so the rest of the band and I have gotten together to speak about Ed’s concerns. ![]() “Maiden has a certain reputation to uphold. “I thought Eddie loved being strapped into a straight jacket or getting lit on fire,” said Harris. Steve Harris, Iron Maiden bassist and main songwriter, was surprised to hear about Eddie’s concerns. Do you know how dangerous future cops are? I think I’ve earned a break is all.” I had to stand there menacingly in the street with a laser. Couldn’t they maybe write a song or album title about soaking up the rays on a beach in Cancun instead? When we were doing the cover for ‘Somewhere In Time,’ did you think I’d be able to see some of the architecture or culture of Venice in the future? Nope. “But sometimes I just wish I could do some stuff a bit more….tame. “I’m grateful for the stuff Maiden has allowed me to do and all,” said Eddie while bracing himself to jump an ancient pre-Aztec temple on a motorcycle. SAN JUAN TEOTIHUACÁN, Mexico – Iron Maiden’s longtime mascot Eddie believes it’s time he had an opportunity to do more laid-back, relaxing endeavors on future album covers after years of being involved in many death-defying album art concepts, sources close to the weird undead creature confirmed. ![]()
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