Iron Maiden ‎– Heavy Metal Army - Maiden Japan Live !! (promo) Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Promo Maiden Japan, released as Heavy Metal Army in Japan, is a live EP by British heavy metal band Iron Maiden. The title is a play on words from Deep Purple's live album Made in Japan. It was singer Paul Di'Anno's last recording with the band. The first Japanese pressing only contains 4 tracks and the recording speed is 45 rpm. The original cover featured the band's mascot, Eddie, holding singer Paul Di'Anno's severed head. The replacement cover was created at very short notice after Iron Maiden's manager Rod Smallwood received a proof for review and was upset about Di'Anno's portrayal because the band wanted to replace him. Rolling Stone Italia called the Maiden Japan EP “the most important and best metal live EP of all time”. Ultimate Classic Rock placed Maiden Japan on the list of the 40 best albums of 1981. The Maiden Japan EP was certified platinum in Canada and charted in many other countries around the world ​ Tracklist: A1 Running Free Written-By – Paul Di'Anno, Steve Harris A2 Remember Tomorrow Written-By – Paul Di'Anno, Steve Harris B1 Killers Written-By – Paul Di'Anno, Steve Harris B2 Innocent Exile Written-By – Steve Harris Promo On Label : 見本盤 = Sample Board Why Buy Promo? Rarity and Collectible Value: Since promo versions are produced in limited quantities and are often not intended for the general public, they often become coveted collector's items. Collectors value these versions for their exclusivity and historical value. LP / Near Mint (only fine, flat, thread scratches from the years without effect) wonderful Cover / VG+ to NM (wrinkles, white spots on the spine) Insert/ NM (the pictures and the description are an integral part of the state and the scope of the delivery of the LP or Single) ★★★ Great Rare Heavy Metal Promo Japan Only Special release For Your Collection ★★★ ★★★ For every rare single & LP I add a new inner sleeve with acid-free plastic so that you can enjoy the singles & LPs for a long time ★★★ You will receive all of your valuable auctions in a special LP box so that nothing can happen to your LP during transport (see pictures) ★★★ Each LP/Single is washed again with a special record washing machine (see picture) before it is sent (this machine is of course not included in the scope of delivery) An offer exclusive from the seller : BlackGold-Memorabilia Thank´s for your interest. Check out my other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki ★★★ Delivery to Lithuania,Portugal, Romania, Bulgaria and Norway only by Express Post