Released 9 years ago this November
The Book of Souls: Live Chapter
Iron Maiden · 2017
100 min · 15 tracks · heavy metal
A ferocious blend of classic heavy metal anthems and newer tracks, capturing the relentless energy of Iron Maiden's live performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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If Eternity Should Fail Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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The Trooper — This track remains a staple of Iron Maiden's live shows, characterized by its galloping rhythm and historical themes that energize audiences.
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Fear of the Dark — Known for its haunting melody and powerful sing-along chorus, this song exemplifies Iron Maiden's ability to engage fans emotionally during live performances.
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The Book of Souls — As the title track from their preceding studio album, it showcases complex arrangements and lyrical depth, serving as a centerpiece for the concert experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Iron Maiden's live energy but lacks a cohesive narrative across its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album features a setlist that spans 15 tracks, combining songs from both classic and newer albums.
- The performance maintains a high energy level throughout, with no significant tempo drops until the final track.
- Each song is introduced with crowd interaction, enhancing the live atmosphere and connecting with the audience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical live energy bursts
- dynamic journey with peaks
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- long tracks rewarding patience
- cathartic sing-along moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Iron Maiden's enduring popularity and strong live performance energy.
- Themes
- audience unity· theatrical metal performance
- Career context
- Released on November 17, 2017, this album comes during Iron Maiden's later career phase, following their critically acclaimed studio album 'The Book of Souls' from 2015. It showcases the band's ability to remain relevant while celebrating decades of heavy metal legacy, marking their continued success in live performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Helloween· Megadeth
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 If Eternity Should Fail Start here 7:46
- 2 Speed of Light 5:08
- 3 Wrathchild 2:59
- 4 Children of the Damned 5:14
- 5 Death or Glory 5:15
- 6 The Red and the Black 13:17
- 7 The Trooper 4:05
- 8 Powerslave 7:31
Disc 2
- 1 The Great Unknown 6:50
- 2 The Book of Souls 10:49
- 3 Fear of the Dark 7:34
- 4 Iron Maiden 6:05
- 5 The Number of the Beast 5:06
- 6 Blood Brothers 7:35
- 7 Wasted Years 5:38
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Unleashed in the East
Judas Priest
Captures the same live energy and theatricality, showcasing heavy metal anthems.
S&M
Metallica
Combines orchestral arrangements with powerful live performances, emphasizing audience connection.
Live in the U.K.
Helloween
Shares high-energy performances and dramatic themes typical of the European heavy metal scene.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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