(Rated this album with 8 out of 10) Reviewed by
A music fan
from Cheshire, CT United States
Let me preface this review by stating that I feel weel qualified in reviewing this album since I have been listening to metal/hard rock since 1976. I have been listening to Maiden since '79. This album is fantastic overall. There are a few weak moments, but the superior songs far outnumber those lapses. The main problem is the absence of Adrian Smith and a thin production which makes Nicko's drums sound like a machine. Janick's studio work is fair (his live show is cheesy and annoying). It takes a lot of getting used to, but the lyrics and time changes are excellent overall. This is definitely not their best work, but still very enjoyable and with some great tunes which would have benefitted from Adrian and a more classical production (like the wicker man type of sound). Up the Irons, lads...........
