Iron Maiden Ultimate Quiz

Steve Harris and Dave Murray have been members of Iron Maiden since the first album. Steve Harris is the founding member and primary songwriter of the band, playing bass guitar. Dave Murray joined shortly after the formation of the band and has been the lead guitarist ever since. Together, they have been instrumental in shaping Iron Maiden's sound and have remained consistent members throughout the band's long and successful career.

Bruce Dickinson did indeed leave Iron Maiden after the release of their album "Fear of the Dark." After touring in support of the album, Dickinson decided to depart from the band in 1993 to pursue a solo career. He would later rejoin Iron Maiden in 1999 and has been their lead vocalist ever since. Therefore, the statement that Bruce Dickinson left Maiden after "Fear of the Dark" is true.

Based on the given statement, it is stated that Nicko has a plush toy in front of his drum kit in almost every show. This implies that it is a regular occurrence for Nicko to have a plush toy in front of his drum kit during his performances. Therefore, the correct answer is True, indicating that the statement is accurate.

"To Tame a Land" is not in the Somewhere In Time album. The other three songs, "Sea of Madness," "Heaven Can Wait," and "Wasted Years," are all tracks from the album.

The correct answer is "Wrathchild." In this question, Bruce mentions something from their Jurassic period, which is a reference to an older song. Among the options provided, "Wrathchild" is the only song that fits this description as it is one of Iron Maiden's older songs. Therefore, it is the song that follows Bruce's statement.

Janick Gers joined the band in the album "No Prayer For the Dying".

The given statement is false. 'Blood Brothers' was not inspired by Steve Harris' brother's death. It is actually a song by the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, written by the band's bassist and primary songwriter, Steve Harris. The song explores the theme of the bond between friends and the consequences of choices made in life.

The song "Still Life" has a message if you hear it backwards.

The song "Dance of Death" is followed by a Shakespeare intro in the Death on the Road Tour.

The lyrics suggest that something is coming from a silent planet, and the blanks need to be filled with a word that describes what is coming. The word "demons" fits the context as it implies a negative and supernatural presence. The other options - bringers, angels, and beasts - do not convey the same sense of darkness and malevolence that is implied in the lyrics. Therefore, "demons" is the most suitable choice to complete the lyrics.

In the Somewhere Back in Time Tour by the band Iron Maiden, a song was played after the end of each show, and that song was "Always Look On The Bright Side of Life" from Monty Python's "Life of Brian." This song was used to conclude the band's performances during the tour, and it became a signature part of their live shows during that time.

Bruce Dickinson looked forward to playing "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" in the Somewhere Back in Time Tour.

The correct answer is "The Evil That Man Do." This song has a Shakespearean introduction because it begins with a spoken passage taken from the play "Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare. The introduction adds a dramatic and literary element to the song, making it stand out among the other options.

The longest song in the A Matter Of Life And Death album is "For The Greater Good of God" and it is 9 minutes and 24 seconds long.

The composers of The Prisoner are Smith and Harris.

The correct answer is Iron Maiden and A Matter Of Life And Death. This answer is correct because both Iron Maiden and A Matter Of Life And Death are albums by the band Iron Maiden, and all the songs from these albums have been played live. The other options either include albums that do not have all their songs played live or include albums from different bands.

Dave Murray considers "Blood Brothers" the hardest song to play in the Brave New World album.

The composers of "Judas Be My Guide" are Dickinson and Murray.

Iron Maiden's third longest song is "Rime of the Ancient Mariner," clocking in at 13 minutes and 34 seconds. It's inspired by Samuel Taylor Coleridge's poem of the same name, recounting a sailor's harrowing journey and supernatural encounters. The song closely follows the poem's narrative, capturing its themes of guilt, redemption, and the power of nature.

The lyrics suggest that the person mentioned in the song is trying to escape or avoid something. The phrase "running from his wildest thoughts" implies that he is trying to distance himself from his own fears and anxieties. The phrase "running from his everything" can be interpreted as running away from all aspects of his life, including his fears, dreams, and possibly even his own identity. This makes "everything" the most fitting option as it encompasses all possibilities.