Remark from the label as follows: ”On behalf of his household, Conquest Music are unhappy to verify the dying of Paul Andrews, professionally often known as Paul Di’Anno. Paul handed away at his residence in Salisbury on the age of 66.
“Born in Chingford, East London on seventeenth Might 1958, Paul first got here to prominence as lead singer of English Heavy Metallic band, Iron Maiden between 1978 and 1981. He sang on their groundbreaking debut album Iron Maiden and the influential observe up launch, Killers.
“Since leaving Iron Maiden, Paul Di’Anno had an extended and eventful recording profession with Battlezone and Killers (UK) in addition to quite a few solo releases and visitor appearances.
“Regardless of being troubled by extreme well being points in recent times that restricted him to performing in a wheelchair, Paul continued to entertain his followers all over the world, racking up effectively over 100 exhibits since 2023.
“His first profession retrospective album, The Book Of The Beast was launched 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 household and ask his legion of followers to lift a glass in his reminiscence.”
Assertion from Iron Maiden: “We’re all deeply saddened to study concerning the passing of Paul Di’Anno earlier at the moment. Paul’s contribution to Iron Maiden was immense and helped set us on the trail we’ve got been travelling as a band for nearly 5 many years. His pioneering presence as a frontman and vocalist, each on stage and on our first two albums, might be very fondly remembered not simply by us, however by followers all over the world.”
“It’s simply so unhappy he’s gone,” feedback Steve Harris. “I used to be in contact with him solely lately as we texted one another about West Ham and their ups and downs. Not less than he was nonetheless gigging till lately, it was one thing that stored him going, to be on the market at any time when he may. He might be missed by us all. Relaxation in peace mate.”
“We have been very grateful to have had the prospect to catch up a few years in the past and to spend time with him as soon as extra. On behalf of the band, Rod and Andy, and the entire Iron Maiden workforce, we lengthen our deepest sympathies to Paul’s household and shut pals. Relaxation In Peace Paul.