The Comeback Album! Bruce Dickinson - Accident of Birth | A Heavy Metal Masterpiece Deep Dive

After the alternative rock experiment of Skunkworks, the Air Raid Siren was back with a vengeance! In 1997, Bruce Dickinson didn't just return to heavy metal, he unleashed an absolute monster: the iconic album, Accident of Birth. This is the record that reunited Bruce with guitarist Adrian Smith in a blaze of glory, creating what many consider to be his solo masterpiece.

Join host Duff for a deep dive into the soaring vocals, dual-guitar harmonies, and epic storytelling that make Accident of Birth a fan-favorite and a landmark 90s metal album. We're exploring every track, from the title track's crushing riff to the haunting power of "Omega," to understand what makes this comeback so special.

In this Duff Dive, we explore:

• The story of Bruce's return to pure heavy metal after the Skunkworks era.
• The monumental reunion with fellow Iron Maiden legend, Adrian Smith.
• The powerful, modern production of Roy Z.
• A track-by-track breakdown of classics like "Starchildren," "Taking the Queen," and the epic "Darkside of Aquarius."
• The album's legacy and its place in Bruce's legendary career.

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💿 The Album:

• Purchase Accident of Birth (Vinyl Reissue on Amazon): https://amzn.to/4n3GQY6
• Purchase Accident of Birth (CD on Amazon): https://amzn.to/3UJQLpA
• Find an Original Pressing on eBay: https://ebay.us/XgBych

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📚 Related Reading:

• Bruce Dickinson's Autobiography, "What Does This Button Do?": https://amzn.to/4mQ6WxK

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