Iron Maiden - Killers(1981)

Track Listing:

1. Wrathchild
2. Murders In The Rue Morgue
3. Another Life
4. Innocent Exile
5. Dzhengis Khan
6. Killers
7. Twilight Zone
8. Prodigal Son
9. Purgatory
10. Drifter

Lineup:

• Paul Di'Anno
• Dave Murray
• Adrian Smith
• Steve Harris
• Clive Burr

though the sound in this album changed a little compared to their debut, the best hing that probably happened to maiden is the introduction of guitarist Adrian Smith. All the songs were again composed & written by Steve Harris, with the exception of Killers which had Di'Anno contributing.
this album scores over their debut in some ways. its a lot more catchier, riffs are better & the solos with Adrian have a lot more feel. There is not a weak song here. From the Instrumental opening "Ides" to the fast paced twin assault of "Purgatory", this makes for an excellent listen. The only drawback was probably the vocals of Di'Anno which seemed forced & not natural as compared to their debut.

My rating 8.5/10

review by Pritham 'Metal farmer' D'Souza