Bring Your Daughter to the Slaughter Quiz

Answer: Bruce Dickinson

Vocalist Bruce Dickinson

Written by bassist Steve Harris, 'Run to the Hills' was Iron Maiden's first single featuring Bruce Dickinson on vocals. Released from their album, 'The Number of the Beast', on 8 February 1982, it marked a pivotal moment in the band's evolution and remains one of their most well-known tracks.

The single peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart and became a favourite of Iron Maiden fans. VH1 ranked it number 27 on their list of the 40 Greatest Metal Songs, and Rolling Stone ranked it number ten on their list of the 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Songs.

In 1985, a live version of the song was released, and the original single was reissued in 2002. All income was donated to former drummer Clive Burr's MS Trust Fund. Clive died in 2013 from complications related to multiple sclerosis. It has charted multiple times since, including live versions and reissues.

Answer: Blaze Bayley

Vocalist Blaze Bayley

'Man on the Edge' was released from Iron Maiden's album 'The X Factor'. It was written by Blaze Bayley and Janick Gers. The B-side included live versions of 'The Edge of Darkness', 'Judgement Day', 'Justice of the Peace', 'I Live My Way' and 'Blaze Bayley Interview'.

The single marked the beginning of the Blaze Bayley era (1995-1999). It reached number ten on the UK Singles Chart in 1995. The lyrics are based on the 1993 film 'Falling Down', starring Michael Douglas as a man pushed to the edge by societal pressures. It remains one of Blaze's most recognised contributions to Maiden's catalogue.

Answer: Bruce Dickinson

Vocalist Bruce Dickinson

'Aces High' is a 1984 single by Iron Maiden featuring Bruce Dickinson on vocals, released as the second single from the album 'Powerslave'. It's a high-octane tribute to the Battle of Britain and one of Maiden's most renowned openers. The cover features the band's mascot, Eddie the Head, in the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire aeroplane.

'Aces High' was released as a single in 1984 and reached number 20 on the UK Singles Chart. It became a fan-favourite live opener, often preceded by Winston Churchill's 'We shall fight on the beaches' speech. The lyrics depict a WWII dogfight from the perspective of a British RAF fighter pilot during the Battle of Britain.

Answer: Paul Di'Anno

Vocalist Paul Di'Anno

'Sanctuary' is an early Iron Maiden single featuring Paul Di'Anno on vocals, originally released in May 1980. It's one of the band's rawest and most punk-infused tracks, perfectly showcasing Di'Anno's aggressive delivery. The lyrics depict a fugitive on the run.

It peaked at number 29 on the UK Singles Chart in 1980 and helped solidify Maiden's reputation in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal scene. The song was originally issued as a non-album single but was added to the later US release of their debut studio record, 'Iron Maiden' (1980) and later pressings. The cover art stirred controversy for showing Eddie standing over a bloodied Margaret Thatcher.

Answer: Blaze Bayley

Vocalist Blaze Bayley

'Futureal' is the second and final official Iron Maiden single featuring Blaze Bayley on vocals. It was released on 28 September 1998. It's a fast-paced track that showcases Blaze's aggressive delivery and marked the end of his tenure with the band. It was written by Blaze Bayley and Steve Harris.

It was released from the album 'Virtual XI' and reached number 21 on the UK Singles Chart in 1988. Its lyrics reflect paranoia and distrust of reality: 'Are we living in a dream world?' Bruce Dickinson later performed it live after rejoining the band, adding to its legacy.

Answer: Bruce Dickinson

Vocalist Bruce Dickinson

'Flight of Icarus' is an Iron Maiden single featuring Bruce Dickinson on vocals, released as the first single from the album 'Piece of Mind'. The song retells the Greek myth of Icarus, who flew too close to the sun. Its cover depicts a parody of the winged Eddie killing Icarus with a flamethrower.

Released in 1983, it reached number 11 on the UK Singles Chart and number eight on the U.S. Billboard Mainstream Rock. Written by Bruce Dickinson and Adrian Smith, it was their first major U.S. radio hit. It became a fan favourite and featured on 'Best of the Beast' and 'Somewhere Back in Time' compilation albums.

Answer: Paul Di'Anno

Vocalist Paul Di'Anno

'Running Free' is Iron Maiden's debut single, featuring Paul Di'Anno on vocals. It's a rebellious, streetwise freedom anthem that helped launch the band into the UK metal scene. It was written by Steve Harris and Paul Di'Anno. The single's cover has the first official appearance of the band's mascot, Eddie. However, his face is hidden as the band didn't want him unveiled until the album was released.

It was released from the album 'Iron Maiden' in 1980 and peaked at number 34 on the UK Singles Chart. It was Maiden's first charting single, gaining recognition through heavy touring and BBC sessions. The song featured on 'The Soundhouse Tapes' and later compilations like 'Best of the Beast'.

Answer: Paul Di'Anno

Vocalist Paul Di'Anno

'Twilight Zone' features Paul Di'Anno on vocals and was released from the album 'Killers' as Iron Maiden's fourth single on 2 March 1981. It was written by Dave Murray and Steve Harris and is a haunting, fast-paced track tied to the 'Killers era'. The song is narrated by a ghost who died three years prior, now trapped in purgatory, the 'twilight zone', longing for his living lover.

It reached number 31 on the UK Singles Chart when it was released. At the time, it was Maiden's second-most successful single after 'Running Free'. It didn't appear on the original 'Killers' album, but was later included in the U.S. version of Iron Maiden's second album, it was the first single to feature Adrian Smith on guitar.

Answer: Bruce Dickinson

Vocalist Bruce Dickinson

'The Trooper' is an Iron Maiden single featuring Bruce Dickinson on vocals, released as the second single from the album 'Piece of Mind'. Written by Steve Harris, it's one of the band's most iconic tracks, with historical storytelling, galloping riffs and soaring vocals.

The single reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart in 1983. It often features Bruce waving a Union Jack flag at live performances. The lyrics echo Alfred Lord Tennyson's poem 'The Light Brigade' from during the Crimean War and was inspired by this. It was ranked among the greatest metal songs of all time by multiple outlets.

Answer: Paul Di'Anno

Vocalist Paul Di'Anno

'Women in Uniform' features Paul Di'Anno on vocals and was released as Iron Maiden's third single on 27 October 1980. It's a cover of a 1978 song by Australian glam rock band Skyhooks. It was released to promote the second British leg of the band's Iron Maiden Tour.

It peaked at number 35 on the UK Singles Chart and helped maintain momentum after 'Sanctuary' and 'Running Free'. The single's cover art featured Margaret Thatcher, getting ready to attack the band's mascot, Eddie, with a machine gun, continuing the political edge from 'Sanctuary'.

Answer: Bruce Dickinson

Vocalist Bruce Dickinson

'Bring Your Daughter... to the Slaughter' features Bruce Dickinson on vocals and was released as an Iron Maiden single on 24 December 1990. It's one of the band's most commercially successful tracks. It was written by Bruce for the 'A Nightmare on Elm Street 5' soundtrack (1989). Steve Harris loved it and insisted Maiden re-record it for the album.

It was released as a single from the album: 'No Prayer for the Dying' and was a number one hit on the UK Singles Chart. It also reached number one in Finland and number six in Ireland. It beat other Christmas pop contenders despite limited radio play.

Answer: Paul Di'Anno

Vocalist Paul Di'Anno

'Purgatory' features Paul Di'Anno on vocals and was Iron Maiden's fifth single on 15 June 1981. Written by Steve Harris, it's a blistering, speed-metal precursor to Maiden's more complex compositions, and a hidden gem in the Di'Anno era. It was also the band's last with Di'Anno.

It was released from the album 'Killers' in 1981 and reached number 52 on the UK Singles chart. The lyrics depict a soul trapped between heaven and hell, racing through torment. One of Iron Maiden's fastest tracks, it's rarely played live, making it a cult favourite among die-hard fans.