Probably Maiden's most underrated epic. One of the band's most atmospheric songs. The first jewel of the song is the intro with its haunting melodies, bass ride and drumming. The second one is the chorus, one of Maiden's best choruses imo (pre-chorus too). Great riff under Adrian's solo, but I think the proggy solos fits better in ''Starblind'' (they are shorter, but the song also has constant soloing) - the solo is unique though and maybe it kinda fits. Dave's solo is good. The melody near the end of the song is one of my favorites. Strangely, the song has no triple-lead guitar harmony. I like how they reprised the intro later in the song (like in ''Starblind''). Great end to the song.
This would have been a perfect live song, I wish they had played it. Definitely a unique song in the band's discography.
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