IRON MAIDEN - Return Of The Beast Vol. 1 Green Vinyl 12" LP ALBUM VINYL

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In the realm of heavy metal music, few bands command the unwavering respect and adoration that Iron Maiden does. With their electrifying performances, intricate melodies, and iconic mascot Eddie, Iron Maiden has left an indelible mark on the world of rock music. Among the myriad of releases in their storied discography, "Return Of The Beast Vol. 1 (Green Vinyl)" stands out as a thrilling live testament to the band's prowess and energy on stage.

A Glimpse into the Past: Greek Theater Los Angeles, 30 July 1999

The album captures the raw intensity of Iron Maiden's live performance at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, California, on a summer night in 1999. As the band took to the stage, a sea of devoted fans eagerly anticipated an unforgettable evening. The air was charged with anticipation, and Iron Maiden delivered nothing short of a metal spectacle that would be etched into the memories of all who were present.

The Return of the Beast: Unleashing the Green Vinyl

Released in 2015 in Europe, "Return Of The Beast Vol. 1 (Green Vinyl)" is not just an ordinary album – it's a collector's dream. Adorned in vibrant green vinyl, the album's physical embodiment is a nod to the band's enduring legacy. Vinyl enthusiasts and Iron Maiden aficionados alike can revel in the tactile experience of placing the record on a turntable, hearing the distinctive crackle before immersing themselves in the sonic universe of the band.

A Symphony of Classics: Tracklist Overview

The album's tracklist is a treasure trove of Iron Maiden's greatest hits, each track a testament to the band's ability to weave tales of epic proportions through their music. Side One kicks off with "Aces High", a high-octane anthem that soars to new heights. The nostalgia is real as "Wrathchild" and "The Trooper" follow suit, conjuring memories of the band's iconic past.

Side Two continues the onslaught of metal mastery with "The Clansman", a track that boasts a symphonic grandeur and powerful lyrical narrative. "Wasted Years" and "Killers" showcase Iron Maiden's ability to craft infectious hooks and melodies that remain imprinted in listeners' minds. "Futureal" and "Man On The Edge" round out the album, leaving listeners on an exhilarating high that only Iron Maiden can deliver.

A Timeless Live Experience

"Return Of The Beast Vol. 1 (Green Vinyl)" captures a pivotal moment in Iron Maiden's history, where the band's live performance was as much a visual spectacle as it was a sonic one. The energy of the crowd, the mastery of the musicians, and the sheer adrenaline coursing through the veins of every individual present create an ambiance that reverberates through the grooves of the record.

As the needle touches the green vinyl, listeners are transported back to a time when heavy metal reigned supreme, and Iron Maiden was at the forefront of this musical revolution. Each track is a portal to a different world, a glimpse into the hearts and minds of the band members as they pour their passion into every note and lyric.

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Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: IRON MAIDEN - Return Of The Beast Vol. 1 (Green Vinyl)

Band-members, Musicians and Performers
• Dave Murray
• Dave Murray – Guitar

  Maiden’s calm killer: smooth leads, twin-guitar harmony for days, and that melodic bite that makes the “gallop” feel cinematic instead of chaotic.  Read more...

  Dave Murray (born 23 December 1956, Edmonton, Middlesex, England) is one of the defining lead guitar voices of heavy metal, and in my book he’s the melodic “second spine” of Iron Maiden. His timeline with the band starts early: joining in 1976, getting briefly pushed out in 1977, then returning in 1978 and staying locked in ever since—making him one of the longest-serving members in the whole Maiden saga. During that 1977 gap he spent around six months with Urchin (Adrian Smith’s band), which is a fun little historical glitch in the matrix if you like your Maiden lore messy and human. Beyond the main band, his most notable “outside the mothership” credit is the all-star charity metal project Hear ’n Aid (1985), because apparently even guitar lifers sometimes leave the bunker to do side quests. Dave Murray Wiki

• Janick Gers
• Janick Gers – Guitarist

  He swings that Strat like it owes him rent, and somehow every note lands. Read more...

  Janick Gers is the kind of guitarist who makes a stadium feel like a truly rowdy backroom, all elbows, grin, and ringing Stratocaster. I first clocked him in White Spirit (1975-1981), then in Ian Gillan's post-Purple outfit Gillan (1981-1982), where he learned how to punch riffs through real lungs. After a detour with the short-lived Gogmagog and a guest turn with Fish in 1990, he became Bruce Dickinson's right-hand man on "Tattooed Millionaire" (1990). Iron Maiden hired him in 1990; his first Maiden album was "No Prayer for the Dying" (1990), and when Adrian Smith returned in 1999, Janick stayed - so the band got three guitars and twice the sparks.

  Janick Gers Wiki
• Nicko McBrain
• Nicko McBrain – Drums Nicko McBrain, born 1952, is the powerhouse drummer who has driven Iron Maiden’s thunderous engine since joining in 1982. His playing combines brute force with swing and pinpoint timing, giving albums like The Number of the Beast and Powerslave their unstoppable momentum. Before Maiden, his work with Trust and the Pat Travers Band sharpened his style, culminating in a career that redefined metal drumming.
  Nicko McBrain Wiki
• Adrian Smith
• Adrian Smith – Guitarist, Songwriter

  The melodic blade behind Maiden’s heaviest hooks. Read more...

  Adrian Smith, Adrian Smith, he writes riffs the way old street poets throw punches: clean, sharp, and memorable. Before the Maiden machine, I hear him in Urchin (1973–1980), already mixing melody with bite. He joined Iron Maiden in November 1980, helped define their twin-guitar gold through 1990, then stepped away as the band’s direction shifted. In the wilderness years he tried A.S.A.P (1989–1990) and led Psycho Motel (1993–1999), plus a stint in Bruce Dickinson’s solo band (1997–1999). Since his return to Iron Maiden in 1999 he’s stayed a key songwriter, while still stretching out with projects like Smith/Kotzen (2020–present). He’s the guy who makes speed feel singable, not just fast for fast’s sake.

  Adrian Smith Wiki
• Steve Harris
• Steve Harris – Bass Guitar, Songwriter

  Iron Maiden’s engine room: galloping bass lines, history-nerd lyrics, and “captain of the ship” energy baked into every riff.  Read more...

  Steve Harris (born 12 March 1956, Leytonstone, England) is the rare bassist who doesn’t just hold the floor—he draws the whole blueprint. In my book, he’s the founder and primary songwriter who’s kept Iron Maiden on its rails from 1975–present, with that instantly recognizable “gallop” driving huge chunks of the catalogue. The pre-Maiden grind matters too: first band days in Influence/Gypsy’s Kiss (1973–1974, including a documented gig run in 1974), then the older, blues-leaning Smiler period (1974–1975) where his more ambitious writing basically forced the next step: forming Maiden. Outside the mothership, he’s fronted his own hard-rock outlet British Lion (2012–present), a project that grew out of connections going back to the early 1990s and finally hit the world as his solo debut in 2012.

  Steve Harris Wiki
• Bruce Dickinson
• Bruce Dickinson – Singer

  Samson forged the roar; Iron Maiden turned it into a global alarm system. Read more...

  Bruce Dickinson, Bruce Dickinson is the rare frontman who can sound like a human air-raid siren and still tell a story. Before the arenas, I track him in Samson (1979–1981) , where the voice sharpened into steel. He joined Iron Maiden in 1981 and powered their classic run through 1993, then returned in 1999 and has stayed ever since. Between the big chapters he kept moving: a solo career from 1990 onward, plus the short, sharp Skunkworks detour in 1996. On stage he’s theatrical without slipping into pantomime—commanding, precise, and oddly disciplined for heavy metal. Timeline: Samson ’79–’81; Maiden ’81–’93 and ’99–now; solo from ’90; Skunkworks ’96. And yeah, never boring.

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Complete Track-listing of the album "IRON MAIDEN - Return Of The Beast Vol. 1 (Green Vinyl)"

The detailed tracklist of this record "IRON MAIDEN - Return Of The Beast Vol. 1 (Green Vinyl)" is:

Track-listing Side One:
1. Aces High
2. Wrathchild
3. The Trooper
4. 2 Minutes To Midnight

Track-listing Side Two:
1. The Clansman
2. Wasted Years
3. Killers
4. Futureal
5. Man On The Edge