I've been remiss to not have an Iron Maiden tune on this list yet. One of my all time favorite bands, Maiden cranked out five of the best metal (and any genre really) albums ever between 1980-84 and changed the face of music. Steve Harris, the bassist and back then principle songwriter and band leader, has influenced everyone who has picked up the bass since whether they know it or not, including myself.
"Back In The Village" has been one of my go to Maiden tracks since I first heard it as a teenager. It's hard hitting, fast, and relentless for the entire 5:02. I'll let music speak for itself so all I'll say is that it's next to impossible not to move and sing along to this one. Enjoy!
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About The Curator - Danny Gordon
Danny's love affair with music started around the time he could walk. He spent countless hours in front of the record player going through his parents collection and experimented with playing violin, piano, and guitar before finding his voice on the bass in his teens.
Danny began playing in local bands in Los Angeles while studying music, eventually landing at Berklee College of Music in 1998. Following his graduation in 2001 Danny returned home and continued his career as a recording and touring bassist, most notably working with former STP singer Scott Weiland.
Danny continues to stay active in the local scene and is a devoted father teaching his children about the music he loves.
