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Iron Maiden “Speed Of Light” Video Game

Iron Maiden have revealed their mascot Eddie hasn’t finished with video games just yet. The band have revealed a new arcade style video game through their website.

Check it out through speedoflight.ironmaiden.com

Iron Maiden Release New Video For “Speed Of Light”

Iron Maiden have released a new video for their track “Speed Of Light”.

The song is set to be included on the bands upcoming album “The Book Of Souls” which is currently set for release on September 04.

Iron Maiden Announce New Album “The Book Of Souls”

Iron Maiden have announced they will release their sixteenth studio double album “The Book Of Souls” on September 04. The band tracked the album in late 2014 with producer Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley (HIM, Dream Theater).

Dickinson himself commented:

“We’re really excited about The Book Of Souls and had a fantastic time creating it. We started working on the album in late summer 2014 and recorded it at Guillame Tell Studios in Paris, where we’d done the Brave New World album back in 2000 so the studio holds special memories for all of us. We were delighted to discover the same magical vibe is still alive and very much kicking there! So we immediately felt at home and the ideas just started flowing. By the time we’d finished we all agreed that each track was such an integral part of the whole body of work that if it needed to be a double album, then double its going to be!”

Bassist/vocalist Steve Harris further added:

“We approached this album in a different way to how we’ve recorded previously. A lot of the songs were actually written while we were there in the studio and we rehearsed and recorded them straight away while they were still fresh, and I think that immediacy really shows in the songs, they have almost a live feel to them I think. I’m very proud of The Book Of Souls, we all are, and we can’t wait for our fans to hear it, and especially to take it out on the road next year!”

Check out the tracklisting below along with the cover art which was done by Mark Wilkinson

Disc 1:
01 – “If Eternity Should Fail” (Dickinson) 8:28
02 – “Speed Of Light” (Smith/Dickinson) 5:01
03 – “The Great Unknown” (Smith/Harris) 6:37
04 – “The Red And The Black” (Harris) 13:33
05 – “When The River Runs Deep” (Smith/Harris) 5:52
06 – “The Book Of Souls” (Gers/Harris) 10:27

Disc 2:
07 – “Death Or Glory” (Smith/Dickinson) 5:13
08 – “Shadows Of The Valley” (Gers/Harris) 7:32
09 – “Tears Of A Clown” (Smith/Harris) 4:59
10 – “The Man Of Sorrows” (Murray/Harris) 6:28
11 – “Empire Of The Clouds” (Dickinson) 18:01

The effort will be released on various formats, including:

• 2CD deluxe hardbound book limited edition
• 2CD standard edition
• Triple heavyweight black vinyl
• High res audio (24-bit Mastered for ITunes and non-Mastered for iTunes)
• Standard res audio (16 bit/ 44.1 kHz)

Iron Maiden Offer Update On Bruce Dickinson’s Bout With Cancer

Iron Maiden have released a new statement regarding the cancer battle their vocalist Bruce Dickinson is currently battling.

“Over the last few days, Bruce has been to see his specialists and following examinations, including visual, we’re delighted to update everyone that the situation remains extremely optimistic for a full recovery. We will still not have final confirmation that the cancer has been completely eradicated until Bruce can have an MRI scan in May, as previously advised in Rod’s recent message to the fans on this site, and the period to full recovery will continue for a few months yet.

Typically Bruce’s immediate reaction to the specialists’ good news was to be as active as feasibly possible, taking in a couple of visits to the Maiden office, one to the Hybrid Air Vehicle hangar to see latest progress, and a brief trip to his local pub, much to the surprise and delight of all his friends there!

We just wanted to share this latest piece of good news with all Maiden’s fans and, as usual, we’ll continue to keep you all updated officially on Bruce’s progress throughironmaiden.com.”

Iron Maiden Vocalist Battling Cancer

Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson has been battling cancer recently after doctors found a tumorous growth on the back of his tongue.

You can check out the official statement below:

“Just before Christmas, Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson visited his doctor for a routine check-up. This led to tests and biopsies which revealed a small cancerous tumour at the back of his tongue. A seven week course of chemotherapy and radiology treatment was completed yesterday. As the tumour was caught in the early stages, the prognosis thankfully is extremely good. Bruce’s medical team fully expect him to make a complete recovery with the all clear envisaged by late May. It will then take a further few months forBruce to get back to full fitness. In the meantime we would ask for your patience, understanding and respect for Bruce and his family’s privacy until we update everyone by the end of May. Bruce is doing very well considering the circumstances and the whole team are very positive.”