Iron Maiden has announced a 40th-anniversary collector’s edition vinyl release for the album Live After Death

 

 

 

LONDON, October 14, 2025 — In a grand celebration of one of heavy metal’s most revered live albums, LONDON, October 14, 2025 — In a grand celebration of one of heavy metal’s most revered live albums, Iron Maiden and Parlophone Records (in partnership with BMG in the U.S.) have officially announced a limited 40th‑anniversary collector’s edition 2LP vinyl of Live After Death.  Maiden and Parlophone Records (in partnership with BMG in the U.S.) have officially announced a limited 40th‑anniversary collector’s edition 2LP vinyl of Live After Death.

Set to be released globally on November 28, 2025 (with a U.S. release date of December 12) , the edition is designed not only as a remastered listening experience but as a premium collector’s package aimed at fans, audiophiles, and vinyl enthusiasts alike.

Deluxe Package, Vivid Presentation

This special reissue remains faithful to the original in many respects, yet enhances the presentation in key ways:

The vinyl set comprises two 140‑gram coloured discs — one in blue, the other in yellow — carrying the 2015 remastered audio of Live After Death.

The classic gatefold sleeve artwork is preserved, maintaining the visual identity fans cherish.

A replica 24‑page “World Slavery Tour” programme transports listeners back to the original 1985 concert experience.

A replica tour pass is included as a nod to the original concert memorabilia.

A glossy 12‑page booklet combines the original 8‑page insert with a brand new essay titled “Rime And Punishment: Celebrating 40 Years Of Live After Death.” In that essay, Iron Maiden Fan Club editor Alexander Milas interviews Steve Harris, Nicko McBrain, Rod Smallwood, and artist Derek Riggs about the album’s legacy.

Steve Harris reflects on the band’s relentless touring during that era:

> “We were touring our arses off. It was literally just, ‘record, tour, record, tour’ — we didn’t stop. Rod was cracking the old whip … You think you’re invincible — ‘Yeah, we’ll take that on, no problem.’”

Legacy & Significance

Live After Death is widely considered not only one of Iron Maiden’s crowning achievements but also a high watermark in live metal recordings. The core of the album was recorded during four nights at Long Beach Arena, Los Angeles, in March 1985, with the final side drawn from performances at Hammersmith Odeon in October 1984.

These concerts formed part of the monumental World Slavery Tour, which supported Iron Maiden’s Powerslave album. The tour spanned 187 shows across 331 days and helped cement the band’s reputation as one of the fiercest live acts in heavy metal.

This 40th‑anniversary edition arrives at a time when Iron Maiden are also celebrating their 50th year as a band. Alongside this vinyl release, the band has rolled out a broader slate of projects, merchandise, and commemorative activities tied to the golden jubilee.

Availability & Pricing

Retailers in the U.K. have listed the edition around £49.99 for the 2LP coloured-vinyl set. Pre‑orders are already live through various outlets.

In the U.S., the record is expected to hit shelves on December 12, 2025.

What Fans Can Expect

While this edition does not introduce a new remaster or bonus concert tracks beyond what was originally released, it is crafted as a premium, nostalgia-infused collector’s piece. For longtime fans it offers beautifully reproduced memorabilia, fresh liner notes, and a chance to own Live After Death in a vibrant, definitive vinyl form.

Given the limited nature of the release, fans are being encouraged to pre‑order early. As one commenter on Reddit put it:

> “SHARED URL… Iron Maiden announce 40th Anniversary vinyl edition of Live After Death.”

In sum, Iron Maiden’s 40th‑anniversary edition of Live After Death is less about remixing history and more about honoring it — a tactile tribute to a moment when the band defined what a live metal record could be.— END —