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After more than two decades, Iron Maiden is more than a band; they are an ethos, a brand name, and the collective raised fist of metal-dom. \nIn 1999, vocalist, songwriter and tattooed millionaire Bruce Dickinson ended his self-imposed exile from Maiden and brought guitarist Janick Gers back with him, giving birth to the "triple guitar assault." The classic Maiden formula stands the test of time with steady pummeling percussion, thunderous bass and galloping guitars which break off into multiple-part harmonies and joyous solos. Robert Plant may have introduced The Lord of the Rings to rock and roll, but Dickinson's lyrics of battle, glory and adventure have had a far more lasting effect on the heavy metal genre. The man's pipes are intact, and he uses vibrato shamelessly. The international single "Wildest Dreams" is solid but not exceptional. \nThe standout tracks here are "Rainmaker," an uptempo number in the classic Maiden vein; a seven minute raised-lighter-worthy epic titled "No More Lies"; and the slow-building title track. Dance of Death is not on par with earlier albums like "Number of The Beast", "Powerslave" or "Somewhere In Time," but is a solid Iron Maiden record and is definitely worth picking up for any fan of classic hard rock or metal.