The X Factor

Full-length, EMI Records October 2nd, 1995
Line-up: Blaze Bayley - Vocals Dave Murray - Guitar Janick Gers - Guitar Steve Harris - Bass Nicko McBrain - Drums Guest: Michael Kenney - Keyboards Music videos were made for the songs "Man on the Edge," "Afraid to Shoot Strangers (live)," and "Lord of the Flies (live)." First album with new singer Blaze Bayley. Produced and mixed by Steve Harris and Nigel Green at Barnyard Studios, Essex. Mastered at Chop 'Em Out by Ronal Whelan. Japan edition comes with a 2nd disc with the following bonus tracks: 1. Justice of the Peace (3:34) 2. I Live My Way (3:48) 3. Judgement Day (4:02) This album was also released in a gatefold double LP clear vinyl with poster. Fun Fact: With Bruce Dickinson leaving the band during this time, the cover and artwork of the album symbolize the death of the classic Iron Maiden, with Eddie sitting in an electric chair. The artwork shown is the original cover. A toned down version was created after many British chain-stores threatened to boycott the album over the graphic nature of the original artwork. The CD booklet is reversible with the original artwork printed upside-down on the other side, so either version can be displayed.
1. Sign of the Cross 11:17 2. Lord of the Flies 05:04 3. Man on the Edge 04:14 4. Fortunes of War 07:23 5. Look for the Truth 05:11 6. The Aftermath 06:20 7. Judgement of Heaven 05:13 8. Blood on the World's Hands 05:58 9. The Edge of Darkness 06:39 10. 2 A.M. 05:38 11. The Unbeliever 08:10 Total playing time 01:11:07