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Iron Maiden (formed in 1975) are an English heavy metal band known for intricate guitar work and epic storytelling. Pioneers of the NWOBHM movement, they gained acclaim with The Number of the Beast and Powerslave. With global sales exceeding 130 million, they have earned multiple industry accolades.

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[L-R] Adrian Smith and Kirk Hammett

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Iron Maiden photographed in black and white, on stage in 1982.

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Steve Harris from Iron Maiden

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Bruce Dickinson performing live

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Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden performing live

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Adrian Smith from Iron Maiden

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[L-R] Dave Murray and Steve Harris perform with Iron Maiden in 1981

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Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden

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Bruce Dickinson on stage. He is singing into a mic on a stand, and has both hands in the air.

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Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith

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[L-R] Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, Bruce Dickinson inset

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