Re: Daily Song: Blood on the World's Hands
Hmm, I think that it's proggy aspects are scaring some people out here. Anyway:
I'll tell you guys what is special about Blood on the World's Hands. Most of all, this song is one big evil motherfucking riff feast.
The bass intro is atmospheric and dynamic at the same time, and functions as a warning sign. Nicko's rhythm is pretty unique. This eastern flavour to some of the riffs and melodies are really grabbing me. The synth helps making it one of Maiden's most threatening songs.
Actually: I don't think Maiden's music ever fitted better to its lyrics (or the other way around).
The solos belong to the best Maiden has ever done and this is also Blaze's best performance.
He tears it all open, I can see the fire burning in his eyes while listening to his menacing delivery.
He does those high notes incredibly well. Just love it! This is for me the Blaze-era song that I would like to hear live again, but I am not sure how Bruce would deliver this.
By the way, I noticed that Steve borrowed some of this music for "For the Greater Good of God". Compare:
"Blood on the World's Hands" --> 1.47-2.04 and 5.23-end
with:
"For the Greater Good of God" --> 6.02-6.16 and 6.30-6.44
An extreme high nine, so high, that it's nearer to 10. --> 10!