Paul Di'Anno - Passed Away
The record label Conquest Music revealed sad news that the legendary British frontman Paul Di'Anno has passed away. He was 66 years old. Full statement is available below.
Comment from the label as follows: ''On behalf of his family, Conquest Music are sad to confirm the death of Paul Andrews, professionally known as Paul Di'Anno. Paul passed away at his home in Salisbury at the age of 66.
"Born in Chingford, East London on 17th May 1958, Paul first came to prominence as lead singer of English Heavy Metal band, Iron Maiden between 1978 and 1981. He sang on their groundbreaking debut album Iron Maiden and the influential follow up release, Killers.
"Since leaving Iron Maiden, Paul Di'Anno had a long and eventful recording career with Battlezone and Killers (UK) as well as numerous solo releases and guest appearances.
"Despite being troubled by severe health issues in recent years that restricted him to performing in a wheelchair, Paul continued to entertain his fans around the world, racking up well over 100 shows since 2023.
"His first career retrospective album, The Book Of The Beast was released in September 2024 and featured highlights of his recordings since leaving Iron Maiden.
"Conquest Music are proud to have had Paul Di'Anno in our artist family and ask his legion of fans to raise a glass in his memory."
Statement from Iron Maiden: "We are all deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Paul Di'Anno earlier today. Paul's contribution to Iron Maiden was immense and helped set us on the path we have been travelling as a band for almost five decades. His pioneering presence as a frontman and vocalist, both on stage and on our first two albums, will be very fondly remembered not just by us, but by fans around the world."
“It’s just so sad he’s gone," comments Steve Harris. "I was in touch with him only recently as we texted each other about West Ham and their ups and downs. At least he was still gigging until recently, it was something that kept him going, to be out there whenever he could. He will be missed by us all. Rest in peace mate."
"We were very grateful to have had the chance to catch up a couple of years ago and to spend time with him once more. On behalf of the band, Rod and Andy, and the whole Iron Maiden team, we extend our deepest sympathies to Paul's family and close friends. Rest In Peace Paul.
Comment from the label as follows: ''On behalf of his family, Conquest Music are sad to confirm the death of Paul Andrews, professionally known as Paul Di'Anno. Paul passed away at his home in Salisbury at the age of 66.
"Born in Chingford, East London on 17th May 1958, Paul first came to prominence as lead singer of English Heavy Metal band, Iron Maiden between 1978 and 1981. He sang on their groundbreaking debut album Iron Maiden and the influential follow up release, Killers.
"Since leaving Iron Maiden, Paul Di'Anno had a long and eventful recording career with Battlezone and Killers (UK) as well as numerous solo releases and guest appearances.
"Despite being troubled by severe health issues in recent years that restricted him to performing in a wheelchair, Paul continued to entertain his fans around the world, racking up well over 100 shows since 2023.
"His first career retrospective album, The Book Of The Beast was released in September 2024 and featured highlights of his recordings since leaving Iron Maiden.
"Conquest Music are proud to have had Paul Di'Anno in our artist family and ask his legion of fans to raise a glass in his memory."
Statement from Iron Maiden: "We are all deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Paul Di'Anno earlier today. Paul's contribution to Iron Maiden was immense and helped set us on the path we have been travelling as a band for almost five decades. His pioneering presence as a frontman and vocalist, both on stage and on our first two albums, will be very fondly remembered not just by us, but by fans around the world."
“It’s just so sad he’s gone," comments Steve Harris. "I was in touch with him only recently as we texted each other about West Ham and their ups and downs. At least he was still gigging until recently, it was something that kept him going, to be out there whenever he could. He will be missed by us all. Rest in peace mate."
"We were very grateful to have had the chance to catch up a couple of years ago and to spend time with him once more. On behalf of the band, Rod and Andy, and the whole Iron Maiden team, we extend our deepest sympathies to Paul's family and close friends. Rest In Peace Paul.
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| Bad English Tage Westerlund Posts: 62020  |
R.I.P. now you're Phantom Of The Opera, sad it happened. Seems earlier you take care about own health better I would say Iron Maiden whit No Prayer For The Dying are my fav Iron Maiden albums. My first and great memories, even musically others are much better
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Never got into IM’s early albums myself, but he was definitely a respectable vocalist in my eyes. RIP
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| Tuonelan Posts: 169  |
Listening to Remember Tomorrow in his honor. Fantastic vocal performance on that song. It's the one that Bruce had to nail in order to get through his audition, which says a lot.
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| RaduP CertifiedHipster Staff Posts: 9030  |
Written by A Real Mönkey on 21.10.2024 at 20:15 Might be worth another try.
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| AndyMetalFreak A Nice Guy Contributor Posts: 5311  |
Even though I'm not entirely surprised due to his long troubling health issues it's still very sad news. The IM debut still remains one of my favorite heavy metal records and one of my most listened to, the whole energy and enthusiasm he brought was something to behold. RIP 
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| Azarath Free as a.. Fish Posts: 965  |
Those first two Maiden albums laid the foundation for, and stand proudly alongside, the Dickinson albums that followed. They pulled off a stunning 7 album run in the '80s and Di'Anno was an integral part of that. Rest in Peace, Paul.
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| Khold Baroness Posts: 634  |
Rest in peace legend and thanks for your beautiful voice in those amazing first 2 albuns of Iron Maiden
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| Opethian Posts: 1757  |
I never got into Iron Maiden but this is both sad and unfortunate news. May you rest in peace, Paul!
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| tominator At best deranged Contributor Posts: 1063  |
I will never forget the very first song I heard from Iron Maiden. A certain song called "Running Free". I was around 10 or 11 years old and my dad put it onto my MP3 player alongside a bunch of other absolute classic songs from other bands like: Smoke On The Water, Running With The Devil, Paranoid, The Seeker, God Save The Queen, Never Surrender, Breaking The Law, Another Brick In The Wall, ... And out of all of those, guess which one stood out, and which one made me ask my father if he had a CD lying around from that specific band. I think you all know what band was blasting through the speakers in my room during that summer. So, I think it's fair to say that Paul was an integral part in Iron Maiden becoming my favourite band, and I would imagine he has had that same influence on countless other fans. RIP Paul, and thank you for all the joy you gave us with your music.
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| Metal Junky Posts: 7  |
RIP Paul...Thanks for the tunes man!
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| Arcticus Posts: 188  |
RIP. The first two Maiden albums will always have a place in my rotation, might be time to revisit.
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| Bad English Tage Westerlund Posts: 62020 |
Written by RaduP on 21.10.2024 at 20:35 I never got into second album, but debut was one of killer albums.
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| Cynic Metalhead Ambrish Saxena Posts: 7562  |
Thank you, Paul for giving us two of the greatest Iron Maiden albums ever. For me, you will always remember for this. RIP, legend.
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| nikarg Staff Posts: 7351  |
Almost every band out there on social media has put a photo of Paul or a link with one of his performances, commenting on how influential he, and the first two IM albums, were for their musical existence. That goes to show that you only need a touch of brilliance in just a few songs to become immortal. The first two IM albums are untouchable, and Paul is one of the main reasons for that. RIP, Wrathchild.
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| Iceland_Norway Posts: 272  |
I want express my deepest condolences to Paul Andrews and his family. He will be remembered as a pure HM Legend for playing with Iron Maiden.
---- Føroyar mítt land Tú alfagra land mítt Føroyar mín Móðir
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| Bad English Tage Westerlund Posts: 62020 |
I did not knew Paul was ICF I mean West Ham fan to. See ta in old Upton Park
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