Randalf
Ancient Mariner
First of all, apologies.
I blame Senjutsu thread.
This is a bit far-fetched, I know. But we do have a sub-forum for setlist fantasies and all, so... maybe this isn't too much out there or whatever.
So, the idea is to take bit of a tabula rasa approach to Maiden catalogue and wonder if there are any hidden gems bangers there. Let's forget, for a moment, all the status and stigma certain records and individual songs have and wonder, if someone listened all of the Iron Maiden albums thoroughly, without any knowledge of their general ratings and heritage, are there any surprising cuts that might stand out? In other words: which songs we could assume to have (more or less) "hit potential" if they were released as singles, produced differently, released on a totally different album or - even - released by a completely different band/artist altogether! Are there any Eurovision choruses or other overlooked elements that could be, in an alternative universe, a huge crowd pleasers or receive some notable airplay?
It's not about digging the underrated stuff - we've done that quite a lot. It's more about taking a very twisted and commercial look at Maiden: a band that has never cared about being commercial, getting airplay and whatever. Actually, if someone has seen (or is familiar with the concept of) the film Yesterday (2019), you probably get the idea!
Run to the Hills and The Trooper would do it, no matter what. The 90's era might hold some surprises here. I think that somewhat cheap From Here to Eternity wouldn't pass for a AC/DC rock anthem even in some others' hands, but the punchy opening riff and quite Bon Jovi chorus of Fates Warning could've been relatively big thing if they were given a bit more sharp and sturdy production to underline it. Sun and Steel and Judas Be My Guide might have been quite passable hit singles for some another band and I think, from the more recent stuff, Tears of a Clown has a huge chorus.
Oh, and just imagine if Prowler got a Ghost treatment.
There's a good hook in the chorus and it might flow quite well with their vocal harmonies and softer arrangement and the lyrics might, with bit of a stretch, fit for Tobias' style.
I'm not sure if this is making any sense, so feel free to... slap if this is a waste of space.
I blame Senjutsu thread.
This is a bit far-fetched, I know. But we do have a sub-forum for setlist fantasies and all, so... maybe this isn't too much out there or whatever.
So, the idea is to take bit of a tabula rasa approach to Maiden catalogue and wonder if there are any hidden
It's not about digging the underrated stuff - we've done that quite a lot. It's more about taking a very twisted and commercial look at Maiden: a band that has never cared about being commercial, getting airplay and whatever. Actually, if someone has seen (or is familiar with the concept of) the film Yesterday (2019), you probably get the idea!
Run to the Hills and The Trooper would do it, no matter what. The 90's era might hold some surprises here. I think that somewhat cheap From Here to Eternity wouldn't pass for a AC/DC rock anthem even in some others' hands, but the punchy opening riff and quite Bon Jovi chorus of Fates Warning could've been relatively big thing if they were given a bit more sharp and sturdy production to underline it. Sun and Steel and Judas Be My Guide might have been quite passable hit singles for some another band and I think, from the more recent stuff, Tears of a Clown has a huge chorus.
Oh, and just imagine if Prowler got a Ghost treatment.
There's a good hook in the chorus and it might flow quite well with their vocal harmonies and softer arrangement and the lyrics might, with bit of a stretch, fit for Tobias' style.I'm not sure if this is making any sense, so feel free to... slap if this is a waste of space.
