The Number of the Beast — 1982

The arrival of Bruce Dickinson and the band's classic era, galloping, melodic and theatrical. Anthemic from start to finish. A heavy-metal landmark. The album that rewards listeners who go deeper into the catalogue.

On vinyl: The original pressing is often easy to find second-hand in good condition.

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