{"product_id":"iron-maiden-fear-of-the-dark-180g-vinyl-2lp","title":"Iron Maiden – Fear Of The Dark (180g Vinyl 2LP)","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIron Maiden – Fear Of The Dark (180g Vinyl 2LP)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the powerful ninth studio album from British heavy metal legends \u003cstrong\u003eIron Maiden\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally released on 11 May 1992. Featuring the unforgettable title track \u003cstrong\u003eFear of the Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside \u003cstrong\u003eBe Quick or Be Dead\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAfraid to Shoot Strangers\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWasting Love\u003c\/strong\u003e, the album combines Maiden's trademark galloping rhythms, intricate guitar harmonies and epic storytelling with a darker, more atmospheric sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecorded during a period of transition for heavy metal, \u003cem\u003eFear Of The Dark\u003c\/em\u003e captures Iron Maiden exploring new musical territory while remaining firmly connected to the sound that made them one of the world's most influential metal bands. It was the band's final studio album with vocalist \u003cstrong\u003eBruce Dickinson\u003c\/strong\u003e before his departure in 1993, making it an important chapter in their history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album features Dickinson alongside guitarists \u003cstrong\u003eDave Murray and Janick Gers\u003c\/strong\u003e, bassist and principal songwriter \u003cstrong\u003eSteve Harris\u003c\/strong\u003e, and drummer \u003cstrong\u003eNicko McBrain\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced by Harris and longtime collaborator \u003cstrong\u003eMartin Birch\u003c\/strong\u003e, the recordings combine driving heavy metal with melodic hard rock, introspective ballads and extended compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOpening track \u003cem\u003eBe Quick or Be Dead\u003c\/em\u003e launches the album with an aggressive guitar riff, rapid-fire drumming and Dickinson's unmistakable vocals. Its sharp lyrical commentary and relentless energy make it one of the band's most powerful opening tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom Here to Eternity\u003c\/em\u003e follows with a more straightforward hard rock groove, while \u003cem\u003eAfraid to Shoot Strangers\u003c\/em\u003e introduces a dramatic change of atmosphere. Beginning with restrained guitar melodies, the song gradually develops into an epic arrangement featuring soaring twin-guitar harmonies and powerful rhythmic passages. Inspired by the Gulf War, it remains one of the album's most emotionally compelling compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B opens with \u003cem\u003eFear Is the Key\u003c\/em\u003e, exploring themes of anxiety and social change through a darker, blues-influenced arrangement. \u003cem\u003eChildhood's End\u003c\/em\u003e combines atmospheric melodies with a driving rhythm, while \u003cem\u003eWasting Love\u003c\/em\u003e reveals the band's more reflective side. Its emotional lyrics, expressive vocals and melodic guitar work make it one of Iron Maiden's most distinctive ballads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second LP begins with \u003cem\u003eThe Fugitive\u003c\/em\u003e, a fast-moving track inspired by the television series and film of the same name. \u003cem\u003eChains of Misery\u003c\/em\u003e follows with a memorable chorus and energetic guitar riffs, while \u003cem\u003eThe Apparition\u003c\/em\u003e explores mortality and reflection through a more unconventional arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe final side features \u003cem\u003eJudas Be My Guide\u003c\/em\u003e, a compact, energetic metal track driven by sharp guitar harmonies. \u003cem\u003eWeekend Warrior\u003c\/em\u003e offers a commentary on football hooliganism, combining hard rock influences with the band's characteristic storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album concludes with the extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eFear of the Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most celebrated songs in Iron Maiden's catalogue. Beginning with an atmospheric acoustic guitar introduction, the track builds into a powerful heavy metal anthem filled with memorable melodies, dramatic tempo changes and soaring guitar solos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts instantly recognisable chorus has become a defining moment at Iron Maiden concerts, where audiences regularly sing along to the guitar melody. The song remains a centrepiece of the band's live performances and one of the most enduring heavy metal recordings of the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpon release, \u003cem\u003eFear Of The Dark\u003c\/em\u003e reached \u003cstrong\u003enumber one on the UK Albums Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e, demonstrating Iron Maiden's continuing popularity during a period when alternative rock and grunge were transforming the music industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlending \u003cstrong\u003etraditional heavy metal, hard rock and progressive metal influences\u003c\/strong\u003e, the album showcases the band's ability to combine powerful riffs with melodic songwriting and ambitious arrangements. Its balance of aggressive tracks, emotional ballads and epic compositions makes it an essential addition to any Iron Maiden collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e2017 Remastered Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e presents the complete twelve-track album across \u003cstrong\u003etwo heavyweight 180g black vinyl LPs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Released through Parlophone Records, the edition uses the \u003cstrong\u003e2015 high-resolution digital remasters\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing renewed clarity and detail to the original recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe double LP is housed in a \u003cstrong\u003egatefold sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring the album's distinctive artwork by \u003cstrong\u003eMelvyn Grant\u003c\/strong\u003e, with lyrics, credits and photographs inside. Its iconic cover depicts Iron Maiden's mascot Eddie emerging from a sinister tree, reflecting the album's dark atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're revisiting a classic or discovering Iron Maiden's early 1990s recordings for the first time, \u003cem\u003eFear Of The Dark\u003c\/em\u003e offers an unforgettable combination of powerful heavy metal, memorable melodies and epic songwriting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied \u003cstrong\u003ebrand new and sealed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable from \u003cstrong\u003eHeathen Records\u003c\/strong\u003e, your independent Australian online record store specialising in new and collectible vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron Maiden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fear Of The Dark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2LP Vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017 Remastered Reissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180g Heavyweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Album Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 May 1992\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Reissue:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 May 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy Metal \/ Traditional Metal \/ Hard Rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Label:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parlophone \/ Warner Music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0190295852344\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0190295852344\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Martin Birch and Steve Harris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemastering:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015 High-Resolution Digital Remaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatefold Sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melvyn Grant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New and Sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLP1 – Side A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Be+Quick+Or+Be+Dead\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBe Quick or Be Dead\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+From+Here+To+Eternity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFrom Here to Eternity\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Afraid+To+Shoot+Strangers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAfraid to Shoot Strangers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLP1 – Side B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Fear+Is+The+Key\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFear Is the Key\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Childhoods+End\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eChildhood's End\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Wasting+Love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWasting Love\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLP2 – Side C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+The+Fugitive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThe Fugitive\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Chains+Of+Misery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eChains of Misery\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+The+Apparition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThe Apparition\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLP2 – Side D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Judas+Be+My+Guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eJudas Be My Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Weekend+Warrior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWeekend Warrior\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Iron+Maiden+Fear+Of+The+Dark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFear of the Dark\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Iron 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