Iron Maiden

The live recording of "The Trooper" from Iron Maiden's "Live After Death" album captures the band during a pivotal moment in their career. This performance, recorded on May 1, 1985, at the Long Beach Arena, follows the release of their fifth studio album, "Powerslave," which came out in 1984. "Powerslave" was a critical and commercial success, further solidifying Iron Maiden’s status as a leading force in the heavy metal genre. The "Live After Death" album, released later in 1985, showcased the energy and theatricality of Iron Maiden's live performances, combining powerful music with elaborate stage setups. Notably, this performance features one of the band's most iconic songs, "The Trooper," known for its historical lyrics referencing the Charge of the Light Brigade. This era marked a high point in Iron Maiden's popularity, as they began to attract a massive international following and were at the forefront of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement.

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