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Iron Maiden Merchandise, Ltd Edition Magazine, Short Sleeve T-Shirt, Long Sleeve T-Shirt, Vintage T-Shirt, Allover Print T-Shirt, Skinny Fit T-Shirt, Pullover Hoodie, Zip Hoodie, Military Jacket, Cycling Jersey, Baseball Cap, Trucker Cap, Cast Badge, Dog. Home. Iron Maiden. Iron Maiden. Despite little radio or television support, Iron Maiden are considered one of the most successful heavy metal bands in history, with The New York Times reporting in 2010 that they have sold over 85 million records worldwide. The band won the Ivor Novello Award for international achievement in 2002. As of October 2013, the band have played over 2000 live shows throughout their career.

For the past 35 years, the band have been supported by their famous mascot, "Eddie", who has appeared on almost all of their album and single covers, as well as in their live shows. History[edit] Early years (1975–1978)[edit] The Cart and Horses Pub, located in Maryland Point, Stratford, was where Iron Maiden played some of their first shows in 1976. Dave Murray and Steve Harris in 2008. Steve Harris, Dave Murray and Doug Sampson spent the summer and autumn of 1978 rehearsing while they searched for a singer to complete the band's new line-up.

Rise to fame (1978–1981)[edit] Success (1981–1986)[edit] Iron Maiden. Iron Maiden. Iron Maiden - Run To The Hills. Iron_maiden_shop. Iron Maiden Official Website.