Powerslave

Album · Released 3 September 1984

Powerslave

Powerslave starts in the air and finishes at sea, with Iron Maiden sounding comfortable at both extremes. Its strongest songs combine immediate excitement with the patience to develop a larger story. The guitars have plenty to say, but the melodies make the detail easy to enjoy. Aces High is an exceptional opening. The pace suits its aerial combat story, and Bruce Dickinson's high vocal lines add urgency without losing their shape. The twin…