Released: 13/10/14 (2024 reissue released: 09/08/24)
The Number of the Beast is Iron Maiden’s breakthrough third album and a landmark in heavy metal history. Featuring Bruce Dickinson’s debut as lead vocalist, the record delivers iconic tracks like “Run to the Hills,” “Hallowed Be Thy Name,” and the title track. Blending dark themes, galloping riffs, and theatrical intensity, it cemented Maiden’s status as metal legends and remains one of the genre’s most influential albums.