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Instruments. Bass. keyboards. Years active. 1975–present. Member of. Iron Maiden. British Lion. Stephen Percy Harris (born 12 March 1956) is an English musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the bassist, keyboardist, backing vocalist, primary songwriter, founder, and leader of heavy metal band Iron Maiden.
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- Genesis – Supper's Ready (Foxtrot, 1972) My introduction to Genesis came when someone at school recommended the Trespass album to me. I got into that, and then bought Nursery Cryme and Foxtrot after that.
- Jethro Tull – Thick As A Brick, Part 1 (Thick As A Brick, 1972) Another epic! There’s so much going on in this song, so many time changes, slow parts and fast parts, light and shade, and those dynamics are something I’ve always tried to consider for Maiden songs.
- UFO – Love To Love (Strangers In The Night, 1979) UFO have loads of great songs, and loads of great albums, but this version in particular, on Strangers In The Night, really struck a nerve with me.
- Wishbone Ash – Throw Down The Sword (Argus, 1972) Argus is one of my favourite albums of all time, and every song on it is great, so I’ve selected this one, the final track, just as introduction for people who don’t know it.
There are a handful of bass players today who are essentially bass royalty – and one of them is Steve Harris of Iron Maiden. In fact, he’s probably the best-...
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Iron Maiden were founded in 1975 by bassist Steve Harris and have grown to become one of the world’s most celebrated bands.
Oct 7, 2023 · In November 1973, future Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris was a 17-year-old trainee draughtsman whose dreams of becoming a professional footballer had been elbowed aside by a burgeoning interest in rock music.
Jul 17, 2019 · The bassist and songwriter of the legendary metal band reflects on their career and influences ahead of their U.S. tour. He talks about their early days, their hits, their fans and their new mobile game.
Sep 20, 2022 · Steve Harris interview: British Lion, what he can't say about Iron Maiden, and retirement. By Dave Everley. ( Classic Rock ) last updated 20 September 2022. Iron Maiden and British Lion bassist Steve Harris on having too many ideas and being a tongue-tied fanboy.
