IRON MAIDEN life and death (radio broadcast, 2000) EEE-82030

The Blaze Bayley Era on Vinyl: Iron Maiden’s ‘Life And Death’ (EEE-82030)

Today’s entry is a striking visual collector’s piece for the die-hard Iron Maiden completist. We are looking at the 2024 Picture Disc release titled Life And Death (Radio Broadcast, 2000), issued by Eagle Eyes Entertainment with the catalog number EEE-82030.

A Rare Snapshot of the Virtual XI Era

While the title suggests a “2000” broadcast, the audio contained within documents a specific and unique period in the band’s history: the tenure of vocalist Blaze Bayley. This collection features live performances of tracks that are rarely, if ever, played today. The setlist leans heavily into the Virtual XI era, featuring the controversial “The Angel And The Gambler” and the deep cut “When Two Worlds Collide,” alongside the crowd-favorite “Heaven Can Wait.” The B-side features Blaze’s interpretations of the massive classics “Hallowed Be Thy Name,” “Fear Of The Dark,” and the self-titled anthem “Iron Maiden.”

Unofficial Picture Disc Collector’s Item

Released on August 30, 2024, this Unofficial Release is pressed as a stunning Picture Disc, making it a display-worthy artifact. The source material is listed as a radio broadcast from a concert in the Netherlands. For fans of the Blaze Bayley years or collectors seeking every variation of the Maiden catalog, this is a unique visual and sonic document.

Note: Although the release is titled “2000,” the presence of Blaze Bayley indicates these performances are likely from the 1998 Virtual XI World Tour, prior to the return of Bruce Dickinson.