New IRON MAIDEN book “Hallowed Be Thy Name: The Iron Maiden Bible” by Martin Popoff

A thrilling journey through the tumultuous history of Iron Maiden, one of the world’s most legendary heavy-metal bands.

With unparalleled access to band members, managers, and exclusive archives, music critic and journalist Martin Popoff provides an intimate look into the life and times of Iron Maiden, from their humble beginnings in the dingy clubs of East London to headlining arenas and festivals worldwide, the band’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and unrelenting dedication to the present day.

Dive deep into their music, stage performances, and the iconic figure of Eddie, their undead mascot. Discover the stories behind all their albums—such as Killers, The Number of the Beast, and Powerslave, through to their most recent, Senjutsu (and all solo releases)—as well as the controversies and triumphs that shaped the band. Explore the highs and lows of their evolving lineup, from the early days with Paul Di’Anno to the arrival of Bruce Dickinson and beyond. Hallowed Be Thy Name: The Iron Maiden Bible delves into the band’s conceptual depth, dissecting the themes of their songs, the inspirations behind their lyrics, and the influence they’ve had on countless artists and fans.

In addition, a limited edition print slip-cased Beast Edition will be released for $250 with only 666 copies exclusively available through SchifferBooks.com. Special features include:

• A limited print run of 666 copies worldwide (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)
• Each edition is individually numbered on an etched metal plate (NUMBERS WILL BE SHIPPED AT RANDOM AND CAN NOT BE CUSTOM ORDERED OR SELECTED)
• Slip case packaging
• Black, edge-printed pages and bifurcated ribbon marker
• Bound in stamped leather with ribbed spine and metal corners

A tribute to the indomitable spirit of Iron Maiden, and a celebration of their enduring six-decade legacy in the realm of heavy metal, Hallowed Be Thy Name: The Iron Maiden Bible is a must-read for Iron Maiden fans and heavy-metal and music enthusiasts.

Fall 2024 Global Iron Maiden tour info: https://www.ironmaiden.com/

Available October 28th, 2024

DETAILS:

• Size: 7″ x 10″
• Pages: 666 | Over 400 color and b/w photos
• Binding: Hardback
• ISBN: 9780764368165
• PRICE: $59.99

AUTHOR BIO:

Martin Popoff is a former Editor-In-Chief for the now-retired Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles, Canada’s foremost heavy-metal publication for 14 years. He has authored over 100 books on hard rock, heavy metal, classic rock, prog, and punk, covering bands like Kiss, Van Halen, Pink Floyd, and more. With that extensive expertise, Popoff has been a regular contractor to Banger Films, having worked for two years as researcher on the award-winning documentary Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage, on the writing and research team for the 11-episode Metal Evolution, and on the 10-episode Rock Icons, both for VH1 Classic. He has also contributed to Revolver, Guitar World, Goldmine, Record Collector, bravewords.com, lollipop.com, and hardradio.com. Popoff currently hosts a music-related podcast called History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, and co-runs a YouTube channel with Marco D’Auria called “The Contrarians.” He currently resides in Toronto and can be reached at martinp@inforamp.net or martinpopoff.com.