This is the complete 1980's vinyl discography of IRON MAIDEN and lists all albums of IRON MAIDEN released on vinyl LP, click on the links of the album-name to view the complete details of each record. This page will help you to correctly identify variations of "Iron Maiden" albums. For each album in my virtual collection you will find specific information to identify and classify them.
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The clock is ticking! Iron Maiden’s 1984 anthem 2 Minutes to Midnight is captured in these rare 12" maxi-single releases. Featuring iconic cover art and possible B-side surprises, these German and French editions are essential collector’s pieces.
Take to the skies with Iron Maiden's legendary single Aces High in these exclusive 12" maxi-single editions. Featuring powerful bonus tracks and iconic artwork, these European and UK releases capture the high-flying energy of one of Maiden's most celebrated anthems.
Cult Legend Recordings CLR 056 , 2016 , Japan
Live Iron Maiden tears it up in your living room! "Beast in the Garden" captures the band's raw energy at Madison Square Garden in 2016. This vinyl includes an OBI strip, a Japanese collectible bonus, making it a must-have for Maiden fanatics!
EMI , 1996 , UK
Calling all Iron Maiden troopers! Unleash the ultimate collector's item: The "Best of the Beast" 4LP vinyl box set. This rare treasure trove features Maiden's greatest hits spread across four discs, a true testament to their reign in heavy metal. Box set glory awaits!
EMI 12 EMP 171 , 1990 , UK
Bring Your Daughter... to the Slaughter" is the second single from the album "No Prayer for the Dying", Iron Maiden's first full-length album in over two years (following the 1988 release "Seventh Son of a Seventh Son"). The song was originally recorded and released by Bruce Dickinson
Step into Maiden's late-'80s synth-driven era with these unique vinyl pressings of Can I Play with Madness. From the original 12" UK maxi-single to the rare German release and limited-edition 2LP set, these versions are essential for collectors and fans of Iron Maiden's evolving sound.
EMI EMP 79 , 1988 , UK (United Kingdom)
Gaze into the future with Iron Maiden's "The Clairvoyant" on a shaped picture disc! This unique vinyl is cut to shape and features a picture, making it a collector's dream. See and hear the iconic 80s Maiden track in a whole new dimension!
592 3401 EMI , 2003 , UK (United Kingdom)
Unleash the Grim Reaper on vinyl! Iron Maiden's "Dance of Death" explodes across this double 12" picture disc. Witness Eddie in all his glory as this limited edition blasts classic Maiden anthems in a visual and sonic feast!
EMI 79 9162 (799162) / EMD 1032 , 1992 , EEC
Double the darkness! Iron Maiden's iconic "Fear of the Dark" expands to a 2LP vinyl experience. Dive deeper into Bruce Dickinson's era with this heavyweight release, featuring all the album's anthems like "Be Quick or Be Dead" and the title track itself. Up the Irons!
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Experience the soaring power of Iron Maiden's Flight of Icarus across rare and collectible vinyl editions. From the classic 7" French single to the visually stunning 12" picture disc and maxi single, these releases capture the legendary track in unique formats for dedicated Maiden fans.
EMI 12EM 240 / 12 EMP 240 , 1992 , England
Unveiling the epic journey of "From Here To Eternity"! Iron Maiden's single boasts a detailed 12" vinyl cover featuring the song's artwork. Unfold the included poster bag for a bonus visual adventure and delve into the tale alongside the electrifying music. Up the Irons!
EMI 12EM 153 , 1990 , UK (United Kingdom)
Irons, assemble! Unleash the power of "Holy Smoke" on this 12" maxi-single. This collector's item features the single on heavyweight vinyl, plus a giant poster emblazoned with iconic Maiden imagery. Witness Eddie in all his glory and crank Maiden's 90s anthems!
Explore Iron Maiden’s legendary single Infinite Dreams in its most unique collector’s editions. Featuring the rare live poster bag edition with autographed etchings and the stunning cut-to-shape picture disc, these vinyl releases capture Maiden’s iconic energy in visually striking formats.
Relive the raw power of Iron Maiden’s legendary self-titled debut album in its most sought-after global vinyl releases. This collection features rare pressings from the Netherlands, Germany, Japan, and the EEC, including Fame Records editions with unique label variations. A must-have for collectors of Maiden’s earliest era!
"Killers" is the second album by British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released on 2 February 1981 in the UK, and 6 June 1981 in the US. The album was their first with guitarist Adrian Smith and their last with vocalist Paul Di'Anno, who was sacked after problems with his stage performance arose due to his alcohol and cocaine use. This was also the first Iron Maiden album made with veteran producer Martin Birch, who went on to produce their next eight albums before retiring after "Fear of the Dark" in 1992. The song "Wrathchild" is the only regularly played track from the album, appearing in almost all their concert tours.
Experience Iron Maiden’s fierce and raw second album Killers in its most iconic worldwide vinyl releases. This collection brings together rare editions from the Netherlands, Canada, Germany, and France, including the legendary Fame Records pressing and a rare second German pressing with sonic upgrades. A must-have for collectors looking to own a piece of Maiden history!
"Live After Death" is a live album by the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released on 14 October 1985 on EMI in Europe and its sister label Capitol Records in the US. It was recorded during the band's World Slavery Tour. The album was instrumental in establishing the band as an extraordinary live band and is regarded as one of the best live albums ever recorded.
Collector's Info: In Europe two different versions of "Live After Death" with the SAME catalog nr have been released. These two versions can be distinguished from each other by the position of the "Rights Society" text on the record's label. In this version of the album. The Rights Society Gema/Stemra is printed at the bottom of label (above 6 o'clock)
Experience the electrifying energy of Iron Maiden’s legendary live album Live After Death in its worldwide vinyl editions. This collection features rare 2LP pressings from Europe, the USA, Germany, and France, all capturing the raw intensity of the World Slavery Tour. Complete with booklets packed with photos and potential tour dates, this is the definitive live Maiden experience!
"Maiden Japan", also known as Heavy Metal Army, is a live EP by the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden. The title is a pun of Deep Purple's live album "Made in Japan". There are at least two different versions of this EP; all tracks were recorded in Kosei Nenkin Hall in Nagoya on 23 May 1981. It was lead singer Paul Di'Anno's final recording with the band, and features a maximum of 5 tracks. The original Japanese pressing features only 4 tracks and the record speed is 45RPM. It was never the band's intention to release this album, but Toshiba-EMI wanted a live album.
The original cover, of which only approximately 25,000 were produced in Venezuela, depicted the band's mascot, Eddie, holding the decapitated head of singer Paul Di'Anno. The replacement cover was done on very short notice after Iron Maiden's manager, Rod Smallwood, received a proof for review, and became agitated at Di'Anno's depiction because the band was looking to replace him. For unknown reasons, the production date on the back cover is 1987, not 1981.
Relive the raw, electrifying energy of Iron Maiden’s early years with Maiden Japan. This exclusive collection features rare vinyl pressings from Canada and Germany, each capturing the band’s iconic 1981 live performance in Nagoya. Some versions even contain bonus tracks not found on the UK or Japanese editions, making them essential for dedicated Maiden collectors.
EMI 7243 8 82428 6 8 , 1995 , England
Iron Maiden soar on vinyl and paper! This limited edition package features "Man on the Edge" on a 12" picture disc, showcasing Eddie in electrifying artwork. Unfold the massive poster and witness the band and Eddie in all their glory. A true collector's piece for Maiden fans
EMI , 2006 , UK (United Kingdom)
Unleash the apocalypse in full color! Iron Maiden's "A Matter of Life and Death" explodes on this limited edition 2LP picture disc set. Witness Eddie's war and religion-themed artwork reimagined across both discs. Experience the album's epic anthems like "The Longest Day" and "Brighter Than a Thousand Suns"
EMI 068-7 95142 , 1990 , EEC
Dive into a heavier Maiden era! This 12" vinyl edition of "No Prayer For The Dying" features a grittier Iron Maiden. Bruce Dickinson's signature snarl joins Steve Harris' galloping bass on classics like "Bring Your Daughter... To The Slaughter" and "Holy Smoke." Experience the raw energy of 90s Maiden on vinyl!
"The Number of the Beast" is the third studio album by the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released in March 1982. The album saw the debut of vocalist Bruce Dickinson, and the final appearance of drummer Clive Burr in the band. The Number of the Beast met with considerable critical and commercial success and was a landmark release for the band, becoming their first album to reach No. 1 in the UK singles chart, and be certified platinum in the US. The album also produced the singles "Run to the Hills" and "The Number of the Beast", the former of which was the band's first top-10 UK single. The album was also controversial – particularly in the US – due to the religious nature of its lyrics and its artwork.
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Unleash the Beast with this legendary collection of Iron Maiden's 1982 masterpiece The Number of the Beast. Featuring rare and sought-after vinyl editions from across the world, including German, French, Canadian, and European releases, as well as the coveted red vinyl 7" single. A must-have for collectors and fans of Maiden’s defining album!
"Piece of Mind" is the fourth studio album by British heavy metal band Iron Maiden. It was originally released in 1983 on EMI, and on Capitol in the US; It was the first album to feature drummer Nicko McBrain, who had recently left the Paris-based band Trust and has been Iron Maiden's drummer ever since.
Experience Iron Maiden’s 1983 classic Piece of Mind through its diverse vinyl releases from around the world. From the rare blue rim text edition to the striking French and UK gatefold versions, this collection unites the most sought-after pressings of Maiden’s legendary album. Featuring unforgettable tracks like "The Trooper" and "Flight of Icarus," this is a must-have for every collector!
Album information: Powerslave is the fifth studio album by the English heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released on September 2, 1984 on EMI in Europe and its sister label Capitol Records in the US. It is notable for its Egyptian theme displayed in the album art, as well in the title track's musical style. It contains a musical re-telling of Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner", which uses pieces of the original poem as lyrics. Furthermore, it is the longest song Iron Maiden have ever recorded, at a length of 13 minutes and 34 seconds. The album is also notable amongst the band's albums as being the first to feature the same lineup as the previous one. "2 Minutes to Midnight" and "Aces High" were released as singles. World Slavery Tour was the tour supporting the album, which began in Poland, in August 1984.
Embark on a legendary journey through Iron Maiden’s epic 1984 album Powerslave with these rare and sought-after vinyl editions from across the world. From the majestic UK release to the Dutch, German, and EEC pressings, each version offers unique features, including inner sleeves, gatefold artwork, and stunning cover designs. A treasure trove for Maiden collectors!
Irons, heed the call! A storm is brewing – "Rainmaker" crashes onto the battlefield as a 7" vinyl single, backed by the haunting "Dance of Death"! Witness Eddie, a harbinger of fury, on the picture sleeve. Will you claim this treasure and unleash these anthems from the depths of the underworld?
EMI EMD 1048 / 0777 7 89248 1 4 , 1993 , UK (United Kingdom)
Irons, assembled! Relive the electrifying power of Maiden live with "A Real Dead One." This 12" vinyl unleashes Bruce Dickinson's soaring vocals and the band's raw energy, captured live across Europe's battlefields. From early classics to "Powerslave" anthems, this is a sonic time capsule
EMI 0777 7 81456 1 5 , 1993 , UK (United Kingdom)
Irons, charge! Unleash the fury of "A Real Live One" on 12" vinyl! This blistering album captures Bruce Dickinson's primeval scream and Maiden's raw energy, ripped straight from the European concert trenches. Witness a glorious journey through Maiden's early anthems and "Powerslave" epics
Cult Legend Recordings - CLR 019 , 2015 , Europe
Irons, heed the call! A collector's dream emerges from the shadows - "Return Of The Beast Vol. 1" on glorious green vinyl! Witness a pivotal Maiden moment captured live, the energy raw and untamed. This 12" disc is a time capsule of the band's electrifying stage presence, a must-have for any true fan!
EMI 1C 060-20 0819 6 , 1985 , Germany
Irons, gallop forth! Unleash the raw energy of "Running Free" on this 12" vinyl maxi-single! This electrifying live recording captures Maiden at their peak, scorching the stage with their signature gallop and Bruce Dickinson's soaring vocals.
EMI K 052Z-07390 , 1980 , Netherlands
Irons, unite! Witness Maiden's raw power unleashed on this 12" vinyl EP - "Sanctuary"! Dive into the title track's soaring melody and galloping riffs. Flip the disc for a brutal live assault - "Drifter" and "I've Got Fire" captured raw and untamed. A true collector's gem for fans seeking the birth of a legend!
"Seventh Son of a Seventh Son" is the seventh studio album by British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released in 1988 by EMI in Europe and its sister label Capitol Records in the US. It is the second Iron Maiden release to feature keyboards (played by Michael Kenney) and, along with "The Number of the Beast" and, later, "Fear of the Dark" and "The Final Frontier", debuted at no.1 in the UK charts.
Experience the worldwide legacy of Iron Maiden’s progressive metal masterpiece Seventh Son of a Seventh Son. This collection unites rare and sought-after vinyl editions from France, Canada, Germany, and the UK, including the stunning picture disc version. A must-have for collectors and fans of Maiden’s visionary 1988 album!
"Somewhere in Time" is the sixth studio album by British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released on 29 September 1986 on EMI in Europe and its sister label Capitol Records in the US (it was re-released by Sanctuary/Columbia Records in the US in 1998). The studio follow-up to the hugely successful Powerslave/Live After Death pair, it was the first Iron Maiden album to feature guitar synthesizers. Bruce Dickinson's song material was rejected in favour of the songs of guitarist Adrian Smith, who wrote the bulk of the songs identified with the album (including the singles "Wasted Years" and "Stranger in a Strange Land")
Travel through time with Iron Maiden’s legendary 1986 album Somewhere in Time. This collection brings together worldwide vinyl releases, each with its own unique characteristics—from the German DMM press to the French SACEM edition and the iconic UK & US releases. Featuring classics like "Wasted Years" and "Stranger in a Strange Land," this is a must-have for Maiden collectors!
EMI 1A K060-020 1551 6 , 1986 , EEC
"Stranger in a Strange Land" is the second single by Iron Maiden from their 1986 album Somewhere in Time. The song is unrelated to Robert A. Heinlein's novel by the same name. The lyrics are about an Arctic explorer who dies and is frozen in the ice.
Cult Legend Recordings CLR 016 , 2015 , Europe
Irons, mummify your record collection! This 12" vinyl press of "Take Your Mummy On The Road Vol. II" bursts onto the scene in collector-craving green. Witness a live Maiden assault captured in 2008, raw and untamed. Crank up classics across four sides and experience the energy of the stage in a limited-edition green
A must-have for collectors, this set brings together two stunning vinyl editions of "The Trooper." The 7" single on blue vinyl includes the iconic battlefield anthem and "Another Life," while the 12" Maxi Single delivers the legendary "Super Sound Version" and a live rendition of "Remember Tomorrow." A double-dose of Maiden power!
EMI 1C 052-07 462 YZ , 1981 , Germany
Irons, enter the dimension of Maiden rarities! This 12" vinyl maxi-single is a double-dose of early Maiden fury. Blast "Twilight Zone," a haunting tale of a restless spirit, as the A-side. Flip it for "Wrathchild," a raw speed demon from their debut album. A collector's dream
EMI 1C K 060-20 1417 6 , 1986 , Germany
Irons, own a Maiden masterpiece! This 12" vinyl maxi-single blasts "Wasted Years" in all its glory, the only Iron Maiden song penned solely by Adrian Smith. Flip the disc for extended cuts and bonus tracks, taking you deeper into the melancholic yet powerful world of wasted time.
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2004
Calling all Maiden fans! Witness a unique vinyl artifact: "Wildest Dreams" backed with "Pass the Jam" on glorious green 7-inch. Dive into a remastered single and a scorching jam session, all pressed onto collector-grade green vinyl. A true rarity for Iron Maiden fanatics!
EMI 1c 062-07 418 YZ , 1980 , Germany
Teutonic Irons, unearth a Maiden rarity! This 12" vinyl unleashes the "Women In Uniform" cover, a scorcher from their debut, alongside two electrifying live tracks: "Phantom of the Opera" and "Drifter." A true collector's gem for fans seeking Maiden's raw, early energy!