Released 20 years ago
Anthology
Bruce Dickinson · 2006
272 min · 56 tracks · heavy metal
A dynamic collection of heavy metal anthems intertwined with personal narratives and theatrical flair, showcasing Dickinson's signature vocal prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Tears of the Dragon — This track stands out for its emotional depth, juxtaposing powerful vocals with a haunting melody, reflecting Dickinson's ability to blend lyrical storytelling with heavy metal instrumentation.
-
→
Tattooed Millionaire — The song exemplifies Dickinson's knack for catchy hooks and clever wordplay, revealing his playful side while still maintaining a hard-hitting musical foundation.
-
→
Dive Dive Dive — This energetic track captures the essence of live performance spirit, combining driving rhythms with an infectious chorus that showcases Dickinson's theatrical flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- raw energy and introspection
- for long drives
- theatrical flair for performance
- engaging storytelling through music
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise listening experiences
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A compilation that showcases Dickinson's solo work without being a primary entry point.
- Career context
- Released in 2006, 'Anthology' is a compilation that encapsulates Bruce Dickinson's diverse solo career between his time with Iron Maiden. Following his return to Iron Maiden in the late 1990s, this album bridges his heavy metal roots with more experimental sounds, presenting a retrospective of his artistic evolution from the early 90s through the 2000s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron Maiden· Judas Priest· Helloween
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Riding With the Angels 4:53
- 2 Born in ’58 3:22
- 3 Lickin’ the Gun 4:17
- 4 Gypsy Road 3:30
- 5 Dive Dive Dive 7:02
- 6 Drum Solo 2:48
- 7 Zulu Lulu 3:14
- 8 The Ballad of Mutt 8:22
- 9 Son of a Gun 5:25
- 10 Hell on Wheels 3:33
- 11 All the Young Dudes 3:08
- 12 Tattooed Millionaire 4:21
- 13 No Lies 11:26
- 14 Fog on the Tyne 3:40
- 15 Winds of Change 3:27
- 16 Sin City 5:53
- 17 Bring Your Daughter to the Slaughter 4:34
- 18 Black Night 5:36
- 19 Space Race 3:37
- 20 Back From the Edge 4:20
- 21 Tattooed Millionaire 3:44
- 22 Inertia 3:43
- 23 Faith 3:28
- 24 Meltdown 5:26
- 25 I Will Not Accept the Truth 4:40
- 26 Laughing in the Hiding Bush 4:12
- 27 Tears of the Dragon 8:19
- 28 God’s Not Coming Back 2:20
- 29 Dreamstate 5:57
- 30 The Prisoner 6:53
Disc 2
- 1 King in Crimson 4:38
- 2 Gates of Urizen 4:39
- 3 Killing Floor 4:27
- 4 Book of Thel 9:35
- 5 Tears of the Dragon 7:15
- 6 Laughing in the Hiding Bush 4:01
- 7 Accident of Birth 4:18
- 8 The Tower 7:47
- 9 Darkside of Aquarius 8:56
- 10 The Road to Hell 4:16
Disc 3
- 1 Tattooed Millionaire 4:29
- 2 All the Young Dudes 3:34
- 3 Dive Dive Dive 4:40
- 4 Born in ’58 3:37
- 5 Tears of the Dragon 5:39
- 6 Shoot All the Clowns 4:16
- 7 Back From the Edge 4:17
- 8 Inertia 3:01
- 9 Accident of Birth 4:24
- 10 Road to Hell 3:57
- 11 Man of Sorrows 3:57
- 12 Killing Floor 4:39
- 13 The Tower 4:46
- 14 Abduction 3:54
- 15 Hard Times (Biceps of Steel) 4:23
- 16 Vice Versa (Biceps of Steel) 3:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.