IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave 12" Vinyl LP Album

- OIS (Original Inner Sleeve) Album Printed in Netherlands

Pharaohs rise from the Dutch sands! Unearth a vinyl relic - "Powerslave" on 12" Dutch press, complete with the original inner sleeve - a hieroglyphic scroll ripe for deciphering. Witness Eddie's triumphant Egyptian conquest emblazoned on the cover! Can you crack the hieroglyphic code and unleash anthems like "Aces High" and the epic "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" on this thundering vinyl tome? Own a piece of Maiden history and crank it to eleven - Up the Irons!

 

IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL album front cover

Album Description & Collectors information: 

This album "IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos

Two very similar releases of "Powerslave" have been printed in Europe, one version was printed in the Netherlands and the other version was printed in Germany. This page describes Powerslave's printed in Netherlands version. Proof of this can be found on the album back cover, bottom right corener: "Printed in Holland by EMI Services Benelux b.v, Uden", printed in black letters.

Powerslave is the fifth studio album by the English heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released on 2 September 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.

Music Genre:

British Heavy Metal / NWOBHM 

Album Production information:

The album: "IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave" was produced by: Martin "Farmer" Birch.

Martin Birch's: The man behind the soundboard, shaping iconic rock and metal anthems. His journey from sound engineer to legendary producer is a testament to passion and innovation. Read on his career

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Frankie Gibson , Bruce Buchalter

This album was recorded at: Compass Point Studios.

Compass Point Studios, founded in 1977 by Chris Blackwell, the visionary owner of Island Records, stands as a pivotal and iconic institution in the realm of music production, particularly during the vibrant decades of the 1970s and 1980s. Nestled in the picturesque Bahamas, just outside Nassau, this studio emerged as a tropical oasis that not only offered a breathtaking setting but also fostered a distinctive creative atmosphere that left an indelible mark on the global music scene.

The 1970s and 1980s witnessed a plethora of influential albums recorded at Compass Point Studios, spanning various genres such as rock, reggae, funk, and pop. Artists like Bob Marley, Grace Jones, Iron Maiden Talking Heads, and The Rolling Stones all left their mark on the studio, contributing to its legacy as a hub of musical innovation.

Mixed At – Electric Lady Studios. Mastered At –Sterling Sound, New York City

Album cover design: Derek Riggs, Iron Maiden, Rod Smallwood

Discover the man behind the monster: Derek Riggs, the artist who brought Iron Maiden's Eddie to life. Explore his artistic journey beyond heavy metal. Read it Here

 

Album cover photography: Moshe Brakha

Record Label & Catalognr:

EMI 1C 064-24-0200

Media Format:

12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1984 Printed in Netherlands for distrubution in Europe
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Bruce Dickinson - Vocals

    From humble beginnings to a heavy metal icon, Bruce Dickinson's journey is filled with powerful vocals, epic stage performances, and a passion for flight. Discover the life of a true renaissance man. Read it Here

  • Dave Murray - Guitars

    Explore the life and musical journey of Dave Murray, a guitar virtuoso who shaped the sound of Iron Maiden and left an indelible mark on heavy metal. Read it Here

  • Adrian Smith - Guitars

    Discover the journey of Adrian Smith, the melodic maestro behind Iron Maiden's iconic sound. From humble beginnings to heavy metal stardom, explore his passion for music, songwriting prowess, and enduring legacy. Read it Here

  • Steve Harris - Bass

    Discover the man behind Iron Maiden's galloping basslines and epic anthems. From football dreams to heavy metal legend, Steve Harris's journey is as captivating as his music. Read it Here

  • Nicko McBrain - Drums

    From Hackney pubs to global stadiums, Nicko McBrain's journey to Iron Maiden's drum throne is a story of passion, perseverance, and unparalleled drumming prowess. Read it Here

Complete Track-listing of the album "IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave"

The detailed tracklist of this record "IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave" is:

    Track-listing :
  1. Aces High (Steve Harris) 4:29
  2. 2 Minutes to Midnight (Bruce Dickinson, Adrian Smith) 5:59
  3. Losfer Words (Big 'Orra) (Instrumental) (Harris) 4:12
  4. Flash of the Blade (Dickinson) 4:02
  5. The Duellists (Harris) 6:06
  6. Back in the Village (Dickinson, Smith) 5:00 (5:20 on the 1998 re-release)
  7. Powerslave (Dickinson) 7:07 (6:47 on the 1998 re-release)
  8. Rime of the Ancient Mariner (Harris) 13:34

 

Front Cover Photo Of IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL

 

IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL album front cover

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IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL album back cover

First Photo Of Custom Inner Sleeve IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL

 

IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL custom inner sleeve

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IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL custom inner sleeve

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IRON MAIDEN - Powerslave OIS Printed in Netherlands 12" LP ALBUM VINYL vinyl lp record
 

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