Iron Maiden's Founding Vocalist Paul Di'Anno Passes Away

 Paul Di'Anno, Former Iron Maiden Vocalist, Dead at 66

Paul Di'Anno, the former lead vocalist of the legendary heavy metal band Iron Maiden, has passed away at the age of 66. His record label, Sanctuary Records, confirmed the news on Monday, October 21, 2024.

Di'Anno joined Iron Maiden in 1977 and was the vocalist on the band's first two albums, "Iron Maiden" and "Killers." He is credited with establishing the band's early sound and image.

After leaving Iron Maiden in 1981, Di'Anno continued to perform and record music with various bands throughout his career. He released several solo albums and collaborated with other musicians.

Di'Anno's death is a significant loss for the heavy metal community. He was a beloved figure and a pioneer of the genre. His contributions to Iron Maiden's early success will be remembered for years to come.

Tributes to Paul Di'Anno:

Many musicians and fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to Di'Anno. Iron Maiden's current vocalist, Bruce Dickinson, shared a heartfelt message expressing his sadness and gratitude for Di'Anno's contributions to the band.

Bruce Dickinson: "I am very saddened to hear about the passing of Paul Di'Anno. Paul was a great character and a unique vocalist who played a vital role in the early days of Iron Maiden. He will be missed by all of us."

Steve Harris: "Paul was a true original and a great talent. He helped to shape the sound of Iron Maiden and will always be remembered as one of the greatest heavy metal vocalists of all time."

Adrian Smith: "I was lucky enough to play with Paul in Iron Maiden, and he was a great friend. He was a brilliant frontman and a larger-than-life personality. He will be sorely missed."

Dave Murray: "Paul was a fantastic singer and a great guy. He had a unique voice and a lot of charisma. He was a huge influence on me and many other musicians."

Nicko McBrain: "Paul was a great friend and a great drummer. He was always full of life and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed by everyone who knew him."

Funeral Arrangements:

Details about Di'Anno's funeral arrangements have not yet been released. Fans and friends will likely have an opportunity to pay their respects at a memorial service in the coming weeks.

The passing of Paul Di'Anno is a great loss to the world of heavy metal. His legacy will live on through his music and the inspiration he provided to countless fans.