IRON MAIDEN - Self-Titled 12" Vinyl LP Album

- FAME Records, Holland and Germany Release

IRON MAIDEN - Self-Titled Fame Germany 12" LP ALBUM VINYL front cover https://vinyl-records.nl

This release of Iron Maiden's first official full length album, has the Fame-logo printed on the right hand side of the front cover, just below the "white" moon.

Maiden's March Across Europe: The FAME Vinyl That Ignited a Continent
Album Description:

In the smoldering embers of the 70s, a new beast was stirring, a British behemoth forged in the fires of punk and heavy metal. Iron Maiden, their very name a battle cry, unleashed their self-titled debut not just upon their homeland, but across the channel, onto the unsuspecting shores of mainland Europe.

The FAME Records pressing, bearing their logo like a brand beneath Eddie's haunting visage, is more than a mere artifact. It's a sonic snapshot of a cultural invasion, a testament to how raw power transcends borders and language. Germany and the Netherlands, steeped in their own musical traditions, were about to be rocked by a force as relentless as a Viking raid.

This was no polite introduction. Produced by Will Malone, forged in the crucible of Kingsway and Morgan Studios, this album was a defiant roar against the bland backdrop of the era. Punk had sneered, but Maiden brought muscle and melody back to rebellion. The European audience, perhaps lulled by prog rock's complexities, was met with Steve Harris's galloping basslines, a rhythm section tight as a clenched fist.

Dave Murray and Dennis Stratton, twin guitar heroes in the making, unleashed a whirlwind of riffs, both intricate and aggressive. Paul Di'Anno, no soaring tenor, but a streetwise brawler of a vocalist, spat lyrics of darkness, history, and fantasy. This wasn't escapism, it was a head-on collision with reality, a mirror reflecting society's underbelly.

The FAME release, though identical in track listing to its British counterpart, became a cultural touchstone. It wasn't just the music, it was the context. European fans, hungry for something fresh, found in Maiden a kindred spirit. The vinyl grooves weren't just carrying songs, they were carrying a movement, a new wave of British heavy metal poised to conquer the world.

Collectors information:

This album "IRON MAIDEN - Self-Titled (Fame)" includes the original custom Fame inner sleeve.

"Iron Maiden", released on 14 April 1980, is the debut album by the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden. It was released by EMI in the UK, reaching number 4 in the UK charts, and a few months later in the U.S., originally on Harvest/Capitol Records and subsequently Sanctuary Records/Columbia Records.

 

Music Genre:

Heavy Metal / NWOBHM  

Album Production information:

The album: "IRON MAIDEN - Self-Titled (Fame)" was produced by: Will Malone

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Martin Levan.

This album was recorded at: Kingsway Studios, Morgan Studios London.

Album Front cover design: Derek Riggs

Derek Riggs is a British artist best known for creating the iconic mascot Eddie for the heavy metal band Iron Maiden. His distinctive style, blending sci-fi, horror, and fantasy, has defined the band's visual identity since their debut album in 1980. Riggs’ artwork has appeared on numerous album covers, singles, and merchandise. Learn more about his work on this page .

Album cover photography: Terry Walker and Yuka Fujii  

Record Label & Catalognr:

Fame - 1C 038 1575481

Media Format:

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

Year & Country:

1985 Europe
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: IRON MAIDEN - Self-Titled Fame
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Paul Di'Anno

    Follow the tumultuous journey of Paul Di'Anno (1958-2024), the fiery frontman who shaped Iron Maiden's early sound. From metal glory to personal struggles, his story is one of passion, rebellion, and resilience. Read it Here

  • Steve Harris
    Steve Harris, born 1956, is the mastermind behind Iron Maiden’s galloping bass lines and epic compositions. Founding the band in 1975, his songwriting shaped metal anthems like The Trooper and Hallowed Be Thy Name. A pioneer of NWOBHM, his legacy as a bassist and visionary is untouchable. Discover his journey here.
  • Dennis Stratton
  • Dave Murray
    Dave Murray, born 1956, is the melodic mastermind behind Iron Maiden‘s signature twin-guitar attack. A founding member, his fluid, expressive solos and harmonized leads have defined the band’s sound since 1975. With impeccable technique and a bluesy yet electrifying style, he’s a pillar of heavy metal guitar. Learn more about his journey here.
  • Clive Burr

    From East End kid to Iron Maiden's rhythmic engine, Clive Burr pounded his way into metal history. A whirlwind career, cut short by tragedy, but his thunderous legacy lives on. Read it Here

Complete Track-listing of the album "IRON MAIDEN - Self-Titled Fame"

The detailed tracklist of this record "IRON MAIDEN - Self-Titled Fame" is:

    Track-listing Side One:
  1. Prowler
  2. Remember Tomorrow
  3. Running Free
  4. Phantom of the Opera
    Track-listing Side Two:
  1. Transylvania
  2. Strange World
  3. Charlotte the Harlot
  4. IRON MAIDEN

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