The Final Frontier

Iron Maiden

The Final Frontier

RELEASED: August 13, 2010
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Satellite 15… The Final Frontier 8:40 2. El Dorado 6:49 3. Mother of Mercy 5:20 4. Coming Home 5:52 5. The Alchemist 4:29 6. Isle of Avalon 9:06 7. Starblind 7:48 8. The Talisman 9:03 9. The Man Who Would Be King 8:28 10. When the Wild Wind Blows 10:59
The Final Frontier is the fifteenth studio album by English heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released on August 16, 2010. The album showcases a blend of progressive metal and traditional heavy metal, characterized by intricate compositions, thematic storytelling, and the band's signature dual guitar harmonies. Lyrically, it explores science fiction themes, with tracks like 'El Dorado' and 'The Final Frontier' delving into concepts of space exploration and existentialism. The album received generally positive reviews from critics and is noted for its ambitious sound and musicianship, further solidifying Iron Maiden's legacy as pioneers of the heavy metal genre.