In celebration of 50 epic years, Iron Maiden are excited to announce that an official feature documentary about the band will be released later this year!
Created in partnership with Universal Pictures Content Group the long-awaited documentary is an emotive journey through Iron Maiden’s 50 Year history told from the perspective of both the band and some of their most devoted followers – from longstanding superfans to film and music icons such as Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich and Gene Simmons. The documentary will also feature exclusive interviews with pivotal band members including the final interview with original vocalist, Paul Di’Anno who sadly passed away last year.
Featuring rare archival footage, including spectacular animation of our iconic mascot, Eddie, the film explores how Iron Maiden has helped shape a cultural movement, challenging conventional views of rock music and heavy metal’s broader impact on society and culture.
Thames & Hudson are delighted to announce the forthcoming publication of Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams – The Official Visual History, to be published globally in hardback in autumn 2025. A magnificent visual celebration of the first 50 years of Iron Maiden, this new book chronicles the evolution of heavy metal’s most prestigious band, with unparalleled input from band members and management.
A truly spectacular and beautiful book, featuring never-before-seen items and photographs, which have been curated with enormous attention to detail over a number of years, it celebrates one of Britain’s most influential and biggest-selling bands, who have become arguably the biggest metal band in the world.
Organized chronologically, Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams tells the story of the band from their first pub gigs in 1975 and their first record deal in 1979, through the recording and reception of groundbreaking albums, including their self-titled debut, 1982’s global breakthrough The Number of the Beast and the stadium-conquering Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son, to 2021’s hugely acclaimed double-album Senjutsu and the forthcoming Run For Your Lives World Tour.
The book traces the evolution of their iconic Eddie mascot, alongside exclusive comments from his creator Derek Riggs, and documents the band’s spectacular and complex stage productions and extensive live tours, including the Somewhere Back in Time World Tour of 2008, which made international headlines as Bruce Dickinson piloted the band’s very own Ed Force One 757.
Presenting iconic album and single artworks, photographs of the band’s instruments past and present, stage props, hand-written lyrics and artefacts from the archive and the band’s personal collections, as well as landmark photographs by Ross Halfin, John McMurtrie and more, Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams is rife with revelatory stories and intriguing insights from pivotal band members and management. It is bookended by a foreword from band founder Steve Harris and an afterword by vocalist Bruce Dickinson.
Steve Harris says, “I’ve been pleasantly surprised at some of the stuff that I’ve managed to unearth for this book. I knew I had kept a lot of things from the early days but they have lasted really well and the photography has brought them back to life. I hope the fans are going to love looking at all the stuff presented like this! It’s the right time to bring it all together for part of our 50th celebrations.” Tristan de Lancey, Creative Director at Thames & Hudson, commented: “Iron Maiden is an institution. Hailed as pioneers of British heavy metal in the 1980s, the band has come to embody a spirit of fearless creative independence and ferocious dedication to their fans that has won them a huge following around the world and across generations. With astonishing archival access and more meticulous, hands-on participation from the band than I ever thought possible, we have been gifted the tools to create something beautiful, comprehensive and unique which, I have no doubt, raises the bar for illustrated books in this music genre. Every page will surprise and delight its audience – just don’t expect metal fans to be the only ones who buy it…!”
Further Notes Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams – The Official Visual History has been curated by Ben Smallwood and co-edited by Alexander Milas and Terry Burrows, incorporating contributions by band members and creatives past and present.
Tristan de Lancey, acquired World All Languages rights for Thames & Hudson from Oliver Stanton at Global Merchandising Services. Thames & Hudson has sold rights in six countries thus far: in France to Editions du Chêne (Hachette Livre); in Germany to Prestel Verlag (Penguin Random House); in Japan to Kawade Shobo Shinsha; in Spain to Libros Cúpula (Grupo Planeta); in Brazil to Belas Letras; and in Italy to Rizzoli Lizard (Gruppo Mondadori). The book will be published by Thames & Hudson in the UK, US and Australia.
IRON MAIDEN in 2022 – Photo Credit: John McMurtrie
Forty years ago, Powerslave, one of the most iconic albums in heavy metal history, was released. For many fans, it’s considered a masterpiece by Iron Maiden, containing some of the band’s greatest classics that are still performed live today. Songs like “Aces High” and “2 Minutes to Midnight” remain among the band’s most popular and well-known tracks. The guitar solo in the title track “Powerslave” is especially noteworthy, as it’s still considered one of the best solos of all time, showcasing the musical power Iron Maiden brought to the stage even back then.
Powerslave: An Album For The Ages
Powerslave was Iron Maiden’s fifth studio album, released in 1984, at a time when the band was already enjoying worldwide success. It was the first album recorded with a stable lineup of Bruce Dickinson, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Steve Harris, and Nicko McBrain, solidifying Iron Maiden’s status as one of the most influential metal bands of the 1980s.
Each song on Powerslave tells its own story. “Rime of the Ancient Mariner“ was inspired by Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poem of the same name and, at over 13 minutes, delivers an epic album conclusion. “Aces High” references the air battles of the British Royal Air Force in World War II, while “2 Minutes to Midnight” takes a critical look at the theme of war.
Today, Powerslave is regarded as a benchmark for many metal bands. Its influence can be seen in the music, style, and stage performances of countless artists who followed. The album and the accompanying “World Slavery Tour” cemented Iron Maiden’s reputation as one of the greatest metal bands of all time, and continue to inspire fans and musicians worldwide.
Powerslave Tracklist:
Aces High
2 Minutes to Midnight
Losfer Words (Big ‘Orra)
Flash of the Blade
The Duellists
Back in the Village
Powerslave
Rime of the Ancient Mariner
With its epic duration, powerful riffs, and profound lyrics, Powerslave remains an inspiration for metal fans around the world. The songs are timeless classics that have endured changes in trends, showcasing the unwavering energy of Iron Maiden.
IRON MAIDEN in 2022 – Photo Credit: John McMurtrie
In 2025, Iron Maiden will celebrate their 50th band anniversary, a significant milestone in the history of the band that has left a lasting mark on the heavy metal world since their formation in London’s East End in 1975. To properly honor this major point in their career, the heavy metal legends have announced not only their “Run For Your Lives” tour but also a documentary journey, directed by the renowned filmmaker David Morgan. “Run To The Hills” explores Iron Maiden’s origins, their rise to global superstardom, and the challenges they’ve faced along the way. The documentary is set to hit Netflix in March 2025 – though the exact release date has yet to be confirmed.
Founded in 1975, Iron Maiden has significantly shaped the metal world throughout their impressive career. With the “Run For Your Lives World Tour”, they will return to the big stages in 2025 and 2026 to celebrate this milestone. In addition to their legendary live performances, the band will present a special setlist featuring songs from their first nine studio albums up to “Fear Of The Dark” from 1992. A must-see for every fan of Maiden’s early years!
Frontman Bruce Dickinson is also eagerly anticipating the tour, promising a unique live experience:
“Next year is a very special one for IRON MAIDEN and we’re going to be giving our fans a once-in-a-lifetime live experience. This is a tour that’s gonna put a smile on your face and a cheer in your throat. If you’ve seen us before, then get ready to take that experience to a whole new level. If you’ve never seen us before, then what the hell have you been waiting for? Now’s your chance to find out what you’ve been missing! IRON MAIDEN’s definitely gonna get ya!”
Special Guests on the “Run For Your Lives World Tour” 2025
For the first half of the tour, Halestorm is confirmed as the special guest (excluding the UK arena shows). In Ireland and the UK, the British metal band The Raven Age will open the concerts. For the second half, which includes shows in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, Avatar will warm up the crowd. It’s a lineup that promises plenty of variety and excitement.
Bruce Dickinson, Stjepan Juras (Paul Di’Anno’s Manager), Paul Di’Anno
Stjepan Juras, Paul Di’Anno‘s manager, just reported on a significant event in Iron Maiden and heavy metal history, “When we thought that nothing could surprise us anymore in the heavy metal world, tonight’s ‘miracle’ in Zagreb proved us all wrong. Paul Di’Anno and Bruce Dickinson met for the first time and had a friendly chat right in Zagreb. By coincidence, Bruce is promoting his new album ‘The Mandrake Project’ in Zagreb on tour on July 13, and on the same day, after Bruce’s show, Paul Di’Anno had a live promotion and signing session for his first album with the Paul Di’Annos’ Warhorse project. This was an exceptional opportunity for the two icons of heavy metal music and the legendary singers of the band Iron Maiden to meet for the first time after almost half a century. This is an exceptional night for the entire Iron Maiden community and for metal fans around the world, because it shows that Iron Maiden and everyone who was in that band, is one big family.”
In the book ‘666 Days with the Beast’, Stjepan described all the key moments of Paul’s recovery and new life, including the meeting with Steve Harris and Bruce Dickinson. A special limited edition of this book can be ordered exclusively at http://www.maidencroatia.com/666days
Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse recently announced that their self-titled debut album will be released worldwide on July 19th via BraveWords Records.
Preorder Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse, with LIMITED EDITION SIGNED CARD (333 copies only): https://smarturl.it/Warhorse
Watch HERE – Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse – Here Comes The Night (Official Video)
Praise for the Warhorse album:
One of the best records for the summer. – The Metal Mag
A good metal album marking the return of one of the genre’s legends. Welcome back, Paul Di’Anno! – Roppongi Rocks
(Paul Di’Anno)… he can without a doubt still deliver. – Hard Rock Info
In Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse self-titled debut, the survivor, the entertainer and the voice of a multitude of respectable groups and music opinions, returns with a vengeance. – Liverpool Sound and Vision
Photos: Violeta Juras and MarKo Alvarado
Tracklisting:
Warhorse (A. P. Pupi, H. Madiraca)
Get Get Ready (H. Madiraca, A. P. Pupi)
Go (A. P. Pupi, H. Madiraca)
Stop The War (H. Madiraca, A. P. Pupi)
The Doubt Within (A. P. Pupi, H. Madiraca)
Here Comes The Night (H. Madiraca, A. P. Pupi)
Tequila (Chuck Rio)
Forever Bound (A. P. Pupi, H. Madiraca)
Precious (Martin L. Gore)
Going Home (H. Madiraca, A. P. Pupi)
Produced and Arranged by Pupi and Madiraca
Warhorse: Paul Di´Anno – Vocals Hrvoje Madiraca – Guitars Ante Pupačić Pupi – Guitars
Guest Musicians: Becky Baldwin (Bass Guitar on songs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 9) Petar Šantić (Drums on songs: 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10), (Bass guitar on song 10) Joe Lazarus (Drums on song 1) Andro Banovac (Backing Vocals on songs: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10) Danijel Stojan (Drums on song 5) Nikolina Belan (Backing Vocals on song 9)
Recorded in Studio Pupi Except Drums in Studio Deva, and drums in song Warhorse – Barnyard Studio
Mix: A. P. Pupi
Mastering: Dado Marušić Deva Except Going Home and The Doubt Within- Ante Pupačić Pupi Photography: Dado Marušić Deva Except Madiraca´s b/w by Nikola Brnaba
Album Cover Art / Logo Design: J.M. Navigator
About Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse: The core of the band and founders are Paul Di’Anno, vocals, Hrvoje Madiraca, guitar and Ante Pupačić Pupi, guitar.
Paul Andrews, a British singer better known by his stage name Paul Di’Anno, his nearly half-century-long career began explosively with Iron Maiden, when with the EP ‘The Soundhouse Tapes’, and the albums ‘Iron Maiden’ and ‘Killers ‘ forever cemented the foundations of heavy metal. With timeless hits like ‘Iron Maiden’, ‘Remember Tomorrow’, ‘Running Free’, ‘Phantom of the Opera’, ‘Killers’, ‘Wratchild’, Murders in the Rue Morgue’, ‘Purgatory’ etc., they influenced numerous musicians and bands and were responsible for the creation or development of many subgenres in metal music.
Paul is known as one of the most productive singers, who has a huge number of albums and other releases behind him, either as a solo artist or a member of bands such as Gogmagog, Di’Anno’s Battlezone, Praying Mantis, Killers, Rockfellas, Architects of Chaoz or Warhorse. In all his incarnations, Paul always knew how to find a way to the fans, with numerous hits, uncompromising singing, which is confirmed by his successful career and furious live shows around the world.
For the last eight years, Paul faced serious health problems that almost ended his career, but thanks to his loyal fans, friends, Iron Maiden and his strong will to overcome the disease, Paul is on a big world tour again, and he recorded a new album with the Paul D’Anno’s Warhorse band, which will be released in mid-2024 for BraveWords Records, a new label, which is also an integral part of one of the most strongest brands in heavy metal music.
This icon of heavy metal with the heart of a punk rock rebel never spared himself in his life, but he always gave everything for music and fans, which is why they have followed him faithfully for almost fifty years.
Warhorse is the original band/project of Paul Di’Anno. The first idea of forming a band arose in December 2021, when Paul and guitarist Hrvoje Madiraca met in Zagreb, Croatia. The formation and naming of this project happened simultaneously with the writing and recording of new songs, which were started immediately after Paul and Hrvoje joined hands and thus formed the band. Warhorse independently released the DVD single ‘Stop the War’ in a limited edition of 666 copies and sold it out in just a few days. This was followed by the fantastic ‘Stop the War’ lyrics video, which delighted fans around the world. The Warhorse project gathered fantastic guest musicians on some songs, and a video will be filmed for almost every song on the album. The core of the band itself is the three ‘horsemen’ Paul Di’Anno – vocals, Hrvoje Madiraca – guitars and Ante Pupačić Pupi – Guitars. Fans at Warhorse live shows can expect a live explosion, musical virtuosos and a top stage attraction. Paul Di’Anno in the stadium edition, would be the most appropriate description. Warhorse is a parallel band to his classic ‘Paul Di’Anno’ line-up and unlike his standard set list, Warhorse concerts will abound with Warhorse songs, with the addition of Iron Maiden classics and special, unexpected covers chosen by Paul Di’Anno.
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