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Powerslave is the 1984 fifth studio album by English heavy metal band Iron Maiden, famous for its Ancient Egyptian theme and epic closing track.
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What is the longest song on Powerslave?
'Rime of the Ancient Mariner,' based on the poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, closes the album at over 13 minutes in length. It is Iron Maiden's longest studio recording and features multiple tempo changes and a midsection with atmospheric spoken-word elements.
What are the biggest singles from Powerslave?
The main singles from Powerslave were '2 Minutes to Midnight' and 'Aces High,' both released ahead of the album in 1984. '2 Minutes to Midnight' became one of the band's most commercially successful singles, charting in the UK Top 15.
What tour followed Powerslave?
The World Slavery Tour, which ran from 1984 to 1985, supported Powerslave and remains one of the longest and most ambitious tours in rock history. The tour included nearly 190 shows across the globe and was documented on the live album Live After Death.
What is the theme of the Powerslave album cover?
The Powerslave album cover features a detailed Ancient Egyptian scene with the band's mascot Eddie depicted as a pharaoh atop a pyramid, surrounded by hieroglyphics and Egyptian iconography. The artwork was created by illustrator Derek Riggs, who designed most of Iron Maiden's iconic covers.
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