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THE REVIEW
If it's not the best live album by Iron Maiden, this "Rock In Rio" is certainly an excellent, but what am I saying! An excellent live album that perfectly represents (like its successor "Death On The Road") the power of the 2000 Iron Maiden, a breathtaking setlist where only "Running Free" and some of "Somewhere In Time" are missing, an audience that couldn't be more active and headbanging, and above all, the Maiden in top form, starting with Harris, who truly amazes with his legendary bass in all the songs.
Perhaps the only flaw of the album is the solo in "The Trooper" which isn't quite the best, but otherwise, there's nothing to argue with and much to exalt, a "2 Minutes To Midnight" that absolutely kills it in its usual faster than studio version, a "Sign Of The Cross" and the epic "The Clansman" that definitely don't make us miss Blaze Bailey, but instead confirm the superiority of the great Bruce Dickinson, a "Fear of The Dark" which is the pivotal moment of the entire album, the crowd of spectators joins in a breathtaking chorus that replaces the Maiden themselves, making the mythical song their own, the same goes for the always fascinating "Hallowed Be Thy Name", "Iron Maiden" and "The Evil That Men Do", for "Wratchild" which is played fantastically or for the nice tracks from "Brave New World" which take on more form and substance live.
A Nicko McBrain who is in great shape (as always, after all) and the same goes for Dave Murray and the phenomenal Adrian Smith, while a bit of the clown of the situation is always the poor Janick, the only one who really risks getting hurt during the performance, which for him are always over the top (even if sometimes the musical output for him isn't great), but we still keep Gers, as crazy as ever! "Rock In Rio" therefore presents a Maiden who, despite their age, are still a step ahead of other bands and a Maiden that continue to reaffirm their close bond with their fans, in short, a very worthy successor to the legendary "Live After Death".
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This review praises Iron Maiden's 'Rock In Rio' live album as an excellent representation of the band's 2000 live power and energy. It highlights the tight performances from legendary members and a setlist packed with fan favorites. Minor critique is given to a solo in 'The Trooper,' but overall the album is a worthy successor to 'Live After Death.' The crowd interaction and musicianship are applauded throughout.
Iron Maiden
British heavy metal band formed in 1975, led by bassist and principal songwriter Steve Harris. Famous for epic studio albums, theatrical live shows featuring vocalist Bruce Dickinson, and the mascot Eddie.180 Reviews
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