Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast (2001)
A look at Iron Maiden's breakthrough 1982 album The Number of the Beast.
1982 was a momentous year for Iron Maiden. Following the addition of brilliant new vocalist Bruce Dickinson, their third album the number of the beast was released to universal acclaim from both critics and rock fans. The album topped the UK charts for 2 weeks, launched them into the US top 40 for the first time, and invaded the top 10 album charts worldwide achieving a plethora of gold and platinum awards. The number of the beast is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential heavy metal albums of all time, including, along with demonic title track, such classic metal anthems as run to the hills, hallowed be thy name, the prisoner and children of the damned. This exclusive film tells the full and vibrant story behind the making of the album.
Cast
- Bruce Dickinson - Self - Lead vocals
- Dave Murray - Self - Guitar
- Adrian Smith - Self - Guitar
- Steve Harris - Self - Bass
- Clive Burr - Self - Drums
Themes
Heavy Metal and Loud Stage
Keywords
heavy metal, recording studio, behind the scenes, iron maiden
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast about?
- 1982 was a momentous year for Iron Maiden. Following the addition of brilliant new vocalist Bruce Dickinson, their third album the number of the beast was released to universal acclaim from both critics and rock fans. The album topped the UK charts for 2 weeks, launched them into the US top 40 for the first time, and invaded the top 10 album charts worldwide achieving a plethora of gold and platinum awards. The number of the beast is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential heavy metal albums of all time, including, along with demonic title track, such classic metal anthems as run to the hills, hallowed be thy name, the prisoner and children of the damned. This exclusive film tells the full and vibrant story behind the making of the album.
- Who directed Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast?
- Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast was directed by Tim Kirkby.
- Who stars in Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast?
- Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast stars Bruce Dickinson, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Steve Harris, Clive Burr.
- How long is Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast?
- Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast?
- Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast is a Documentary, Music film.
- Where was Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast produced?
- Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast?
- The themes of Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast include: Heavy Metal and Loud Stage.