Is Iron Maiden the best metal band?

Just in case you needed reminding, Iron Maiden are one of the most important and iconic heavy metal bands of all time. But if you add factors like sales, influence, originality and longevity into the mix you end up with Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Metallica and, of course, Iron Maiden.

What is Bruce Dickinson’s vocal range?

4.25 octaves
According to a report published in the Daily Mirror, Dickinson has an estimated vocal range of 4.25 octaves. His voice led to the nickname “The Air Raid Siren”, which Billboard states is “due to the ferocious power of his singing”, although Dickinson claims it actually originated from a fan complaint.

Do you consider Iron Maiden to be the best metal band?

Iron Maiden is by far one of the most sighted influences by metal bands making them one of the most important bands in metal. Even though I’ve given an order to these albums I don’t think Iron Maiden has any bad albums. Their worst albums are still better than any average album by most bands.

What are some of the most famous metal bands?

Metallica is the biggest and most famous band in the world at the moment. They sold more records than Maiden, and on average they have more people in the attendance than Maiden. They are also probably the first band a non-metal fan thinks of when someone mentions metal as a genre, mostly because of their name.

Is Empire of the clouds by Iron Maiden worth a listen?

The first double disc cd from Iron Maiden this album is full of long songs including their longest to date “Empire of the Clouds” which features Bruce playing Piano. You are going to need some time to get through this epic but it is well worth it. The Good – If you like Iron Maiden’s longer songs then you’ll enjoy this album.

Is blaspheme the greatest Maiden album?

Blaspheme! This is the greatest Maiden album… actually no. It is a hugely important album for metal as it is the album that put Maiden on the map and also introduced the world to new singer Bruce Dickinson. This album has the very popular title track and “Run the Hills” that every casual listener might know.