Transylvania

[mirtilo]

7/10

Probably if Transylvania had nice vocals the note could rise to 9/10

 

[BeThyJames]

Not a huge fan of Maiden instrumentals. I prefer both of the ones on Killers in any case

 

[matic22]

Ineresting melodies. It fits nicely on the album. Could be better. A good song.

8/10

 

[The Reverend]

Catchily energetic instrumental with excellent fast-paced section.
Highlight: I love the final solo / bass interaction
Lowlight: I would prefer a clean ending.
7/10

 

[Diesel 11]

My least favorite instrumental from the band, but that doesn't mean it's a bad song. I like the tempo changes, the opening, it's overall a fun track. Highlights why Maiden instrumentals are so good - it's their 'worst' yet still rocks. 8/10

 

[GiovaOfficial]

Nice instrumental. Quite varied, and overall good fun. 8/10

 

[Number 6]

Really strong offering from Steve. A highlight on the debut (and, may I say, on the band's overall discography). Solid instrumental, and the best of the four Maiden have done. Has enough variation to keep the listener interested. I especially like when the intro is suddenly reprised in the middle section, totally unexpected moment on first hearings and a great one for that matter. 8.

 

[Christoffer]

My favorite song on the debut

 

[Jer]

OK intro settles into a repetitive groove with an OK but repetitive lead break. A couple of cycles of this, and then we get a decent solo section, more excessive repetition, and a decent extended solo. More of the repetition, and then we wind down.

Nothing bad here, but nothing memorable either. 5/10.

 

[Diesel 11]

Transylvania is the instrumental I come back the least to, but it's always enjoyable when it comes on. 7/10.

 

[KidInTheDark666]

Not as good as Genghis Khan, but better than Losfer words. 7

 

[Diesel 11]

A merely average instrumental. It serves its purpose, but the other few still to come are better in every way. 5

 

[Kalata]

Amazing instrumental, one of my all time favorites. Those twin-lead guitar harmonies are a real pleasure. Sometimes I wonder what would have been if the song had a lyrics - probably it would have been even better, but as an instrumental is perfect. For me this is the best instrumental by any heavy metal/rock band, soooo 10/10.

 

[Arturo_J]

Great instrumental, i gave it 8/10 because i value lyrics as well.

 

[Luisma]

7/10

Probably if Transylvania had nice vocals the note could rise to 9/10

Trivia

The song had lyrics in the period between July – October 1975. It was never performed live with lyrics, just in rehearsals.

Metal For Muthas Tour – February 4 & 7, 1980 – The band played 'Transylvania' twice.

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[bearfan]

Listened to the Charlie Bentante cover of this .. pretty damned good. Always liked his drumming

 

[Diesel 11]

Side 2 opens with a great instrumental. It starts with a groovy pace and works its way up to a corker. Just a fun experience all-round. Iced Earth’s beefier cover is better though. 8/10

 

[MindRuler]

My least favorite instrumental from the band, but that doesn't mean it's a bad song. I like the tempo changes, the opening, it's overall a fun track. Highlights why Maiden instrumentals are so good - it's their 'worst' yet still rocks. 8/10

Transylvania is the instrumental I come back the least to, but it's always enjoyable when it comes on. 7/10.

A merely average instrumental. It serves its purpose, but the other few still to come are better in every way. 5

Side 2 opens with a great instrumental. It starts with a groovy pace and works its way up to a corker. Just a fun experience all-round. Iced Earth’s beefier cover is better though. 8/10

I guess next time you´ll rate it a 7 again.

 

[Diesel 11]

I guess next time you´ll rate it a 7 again.

Hey, it’s been a while since I did this! And with Maiden my opinions always shift around lol.

 

[MindRuler]

Hey, it’s been a while since I did this! And with Maiden my opinions always shift around lol.

I know the feeling. My album rankings change as well.