The Number of the Beast
Iron Maiden · 1982
40 min · 8 tracks · heavy metal · traditional heavy metal · new wave of British heavy metal
A relentless fusion of galloping rhythms and theatrical storytelling that defines heavy metal's golden era.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical storytelling with intensity
- dynamic journey with peaks
- cathartic release through anthems
- wave-like pacing with urgency
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy narrative arcs
Where this album fits
- Themes
- demonic imagery· colonial conflict· moral reckoning
- Career context
- Released on March 22, 1982, 'The Number of the Beast' was Iron Maiden's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Killers'. At this point in their career, they had solidified their style, mixing intricate guitar work with dark lyrical themes, positioning them as leaders of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Helloween· Megadeth
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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British Steel by Judas Priest — Shares galloping rhythms and a blend of dark themes with melodic hooks, defining heavy metal's anthemic sound.Heaven and Hell by Black Sabbath — Continues the theatrical storytelling and heavy riffs, exploring moral ambiguity and darker themes in metal.Ace of Spades by Motörhead — Delivers relentless energy and gritty storytelling, merging punk influences with traditional heavy metal aesthetics.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Invaders 3:23
- 2 Children of the Damned 4:34
- 3 The Prisoner 6:02
- 4 22, Acacia Avenue 6:36
- 5 The Number of the Beast 4:50
- 6 Run to the Hills 3:53
- 7 Gangland 3:48
- 8 Hallowed Be Thy Name 7:11
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