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Ed Hunter
Metal · 1999 · 4 tracks

Ed Hunter

Ed Hunter is a fan-selected greatest hits compilation by Iron Maiden, released in 1999 alongside a PC video game. It features 20 essential tracks, celebrating the return of Adrian Smith and Bruce Dick

July 1999 · EMI (2)

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This is the sound of heavy metal legends at their peak, curated by the fans themselves. Ed Hunter delivers a relentless barrage of Iron Maiden's most iconic anthems, from galloping basslines and intricate twin-guitar harmonies to Bruce Dickinson's soaring, operatic vocals. It's an album that feels both monumental and intensely personal, capturing the raw energy of a band reunited and ready to conquer the world again. Perfect for anyone looking to dive deep into the heart of classic metal, or for long-time fans wanting a definitive collection of their favorites.

Tracklist · 4 Tracks
04
Wrathchild
2:56
17
Phantom of the Opera
7:08
18
Killers
5:02
20
Tailgunner
4:16
Moments Worth Listening For
The immediate, dramatic opening of a track, launching into a signature galloping rhythm and Bruce Dickinson's soaring, multi-octave vocals.
The intricate, harmonized twin-guitar solo sections, where Dave Murray and Adrian Smith's melodies interweave and build to a blistering crescendo.
Bruce Dickinson's operatic vocal climaxes, demonstrating his incredible range and power, often at the emotional peak of an anthem.
The relentless, driving rhythm section, particularly Steve Harris's distinctive bass gallop, providing an unstoppable momentum that defines many of their most iconic hits.

How does Ed Hunter sound next to the rest of Iron Maiden's catalogue?

Studio Polished+1.3σ

The production is pushed notably harder into studio polished than this artist usually allows.

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