2 Minutes to Midnight / Aces High — Iron Maiden

This is pure, unadulterated Iron Maiden, distilled into two of their most iconic tracks. It's the sound of adrenaline, defiance, and epic storytelling, driven by a relentless rhythm section and electrifying twin-guitar harmonies.

Owning this single is owning a piece of metal history, perfect for anyone who craves powerful, narrative-driven heavy metal that makes you want to raise your fist and conquer the world. It's a masterclass in classic metal songwriting and performance, as fresh and vital today as it was decades ago.

Moments Worth Listening For

The instantly recognizable, driving opening riff of "2 Minutes to Midnight", setting a tone of urgent, impending doom.

Bruce Dickinson's powerful, soaring vocal delivery on the chorus of "Aces High", perfectly capturing the exhilaration and danger of aerial combat.

The intricate, harmonized twin-guitar solos in both tracks, showcasing Adrian Smith and Dave Murray's masterful interplay and melodic prowess.

The relentless, galloping rhythm section of Steve Harris's bass and Nicko McBrain's drums, providing the foundational propulsion that defines Iron Maiden's sound.

Where This Album Departs

How does 2 Minutes to Midnight / Aces High sound next to the rest of Iron Maiden's catalogue?

This album stays in step with the catalogue across the board — no axis departs enough to be worth its own note. Hover the dots to see where each one sits.

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