(Rated this album with 10 out of 10) Reviewed by
irnmdn67
from Hiding from Pinhead
This is the quintessential metal live album that all others must base themselves upon. Ozzy's "Tribute", Priest's "Unleashed in the East", AC/DC's "If You Want Blood.." although great albums in there own right, just don't measure up to the awesome ferocity and timeless power of this 2-CD collection. Typical of mid-80's Maiden, the band is tight, Dickinson's vocals are powerful and the production is perfect. The recording is primarily from Maiden's sold out performances at Long Beach Arena in 1985, but the inclusion of a partial set from a show at Hammersmith Odeon in London with mostly "older/classic" tunes brings this album to a mightier level. "Phantom of the Opera" live needs to be heard to be believed. Other highlights are "The Trooper", "Hallowed Be Thy Name" & "Rime of the Ancient Mariner." Owning this album is seemingly a prerequisite to be a Maiden fan.
