Iron Maiden – The Book of Souls (2015, Parlophone, Sanctuary Copyrights/BMG)
Of the few
bands that can be the best introduction to Metal music in general, Iron Maiden along Metallica are the two sure shots that almost anyone knows and loves
or hates. For me, Iron Maiden represents
Heavy Metal and the band that stayed true to its roots despite success, waves
of grunge and alternative rock, line-up changes, etc. So to have a new record
in 2015 is precious and intriguing. After such a huge career, aging, sickness,
and more, Iron Maiden still make new
music and will embark on a huge world tour involving their singer/pilot Bruce Dickinson taking the lead in both
positions.