Farewell to Iron Maiden by Paul Di’Anno: “Recently we were talking about West Ham”

Iron Maiden have released a statement in which they bid their final farewell to the original singer, Paul Di’Anno, who has died at 66.

In the statement published on Iron Maiden’s social networks, the band writes: “We are all very saddened to learn of the death of Paul Di’Anno earlier today. Paul’s contribution to Iron Maiden was huge and helped us to go down the path we have been on 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 fondly remembered not only by us, but by fans around the world. – world “We are very grateful to have had the opportunity to catch up with him a couple of years ago and spend time with him again.”

“On behalf of the band were managers Rod Smallwood and Andy Taylorand the entire Iron Maiden team, extending our deepest condolences to Paul’s family and close friends. Rest in peace, Paul.”.

Harris’ statement

In addition, Lead bassist and frontman Steve Harrissays the following: “It’s really sad that he’s gone. I was in contact with him recently because we were sending messages about West Ham and his promotions and problems. At least he was still acting until recently, it was something he kept going, being out there whenever he could. We will all miss him. Rest in peace, my friend.”

Paul died at his home in Salisbury.

Born in Chingford, London, on 17 May 1958, Paul became known for his work with Iron Maiden, appearing on their first two hit albums: ‘Iron Maiden’ (1980) and ‘Killers’ (1981).

Once he left the band, Di’Anno maintained a prolific career with Battlezone and Killers, as well as solo.

In recent years, the singer had several health problems that forced him to sing in a wheelchair, although that did not stop the singer, who did not hesitate to undertake the titanic task , in his condition, offering over 100 shows from 2023.

The first retrospective album of his career,’The Book of the Beastwas released in September this year, and featured some of his best performances since leaving Iron Maiden.