Iron Maiden - Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche

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Review by Christopher Deutschler

Iron Maiden’s “Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche” – A Hidden Gem That Packs a Punch Alright, buckle up, because we’re diving into Iron Maiden’s Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche, an album that screams 1984 but somehow feels like it was recorded in some sweaty Ecuadorian garage last week. Yeah, you heard me right—Ecuador. This isn’t your typical Maiden release; it’s their Spanish-language version of tracks from Powerslave. And honestly? It slaps harder than most things labeled "remix" these days. First off, let’s talk about the vibe here. Heavy Metal with a side of cultural crossover? Count me in. The producer and engineer were both Martin “Jah” Birch (who clearly didn’t need much help since he wore two hats). Props to EMI for putting this out—it’s wild, niche, and oddly unforgettable. Now onto the tracks. I mean, how could you not start with “Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche”? If you’ve ever headbanged to its English counterpart, “2 Minutes to Midnight,” then this one will feel like meeting an old friend who suddenly speaks fluent Español. It’s got all the classic Maiden trademarks: galloping riffs, Bruce Dickinson’s banshee wails, and lyrics that make you wanna grab a sword and storm a castle—or at least punch your boss after work. What sticks with me is how smooth the translation flows. You don’t lose any of the urgency or drama when they sing, “El reloj marca casi medianoche…” Honestly, if someone told me this was written originally in Spanish, I’d believe them. Then there’s “Arcoiris De Oro”, aka “Rainbow’s Gold.” This track hits different. It’s less apocalyptic doom and more… mystical treasure hunt? The melody wraps around you like a warm leather jacket, and the guitar solos are so sharp they might cut you if you stand too close. Listening to Adrian Smith shred while singing about golden rainbows makes me want to quit my job and go dig up buried pirate loot. Or maybe just buy lotto tickets. Either way, it sticks in your brain like bubblegum on a hot sidewalk. So why does this album stick out? Maybe it’s the novelty factor. Maybe it’s because hearing heavy metal legends belt out tunes in another language reminds us music transcends borders—even ones as rigid as grammar rules. But mostly, it’s fun as hell. Like finding a secret level in a video game you thought you’d mastered. Here’s the kicker though: Imagine stumbling across this record in a dusty bin somewhere, playing it, and realizing it’s basically a time capsule of raw energy and global ambition. Makes you wonder what other hidden gems are floating around out there, waiting for us to rediscover them. Or maybe it just makes you thirsty for a cold beer and louder speakers. Either way, Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche proves that even rock gods can have a little linguistic fun without losing their edge. Cheers to that.

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Artist: Iron Maiden
Album: Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche
Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche (2 Minutes To Midnight)6:12
Arcoiris De Oro (Rainbow's Gold)4:47

Video

Iron Maiden - 2 Minutes To Midnight (Official Video)

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Catalog Numbers

103-0232 - S-36869-EMI-45 - EMI 5489

Labels

EMI

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Single
  • Promo

Companies

RoleCompany
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Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerMartin "Jah" Birch
EngineerMartin "Jah" Birch

Notes

  • In company sleeve
  • Promo print on label

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side A): 36869 emi 45s
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About Iron Maiden

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Iron Maiden are an English heavy metal band formed in Leyton, East London, in 1975 by bassist and primary songwriter . Pioneers of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement, Iron Maiden achieved initial success during the early 1980s. After several line-up changes, the band went on to release a series of UK and US platinum and gold albums, including 1982's The Number of the Beast, 1983's Piece of Mind, 1984's Powerslave, 1985's live release Live After Death, 1986's Somewhere in Time and 1988's Seventh Son of a Seventh Son. Since the return of lead vocalist and guitarist Adrian Smith in 1999, the band has undergone a massive resurgence in popularity, with their 2010 studio offering, The Final Frontier, peaking at No. 1 in 28 countries and receiving widespread critical acclaim. Their sixteenth studio album, The Book of Souls, was released on 4 September 2015 and has been peaking at No. 1 in 45 countries including digital charts. Despite little radio or television support, Iron Maiden are considered one of the most influential and successful heavy metal bands in history, with The Sunday Times reporting in 2017 that the band have sold over 100 million copies of their albums worldwide. Their releases were nearby 600 times certified silver, gold, platinum worldwide. The band won multiple music awards including (among many others) Brit Awards, Grammy Awards, Emma-Gaala Awards, BPI Awards, Echo Awards, Juno Awards, Silver Cleaf, the Ivor Novello Award for international achievement in 2002. As of October 2013, the band have played over 2000 live shows throughout their career. For 40 years the band have been supported by their famous mascot, "Eddie

Name Vars

  • I. Maiden
  • Iron Maidan
  • IronMaiden
  • Maiden
  • Those Guys From Iron Maiden
  • Αϊρον Μεϊντεν
  • ¢¤¢óûá¤Çó

Members

  • Steve Harris
  • Nicko McBrain
  • Bruce Dickinson
  • Janick Gers
  • Dave Murray
  • Adrian Smith
  • Clive Burr
  • Dennis Stratton
  • Paul Mario Day
  • Doug Sampson
  • Ron \"Rebel\" Matthews
  • Tony Parsons
  • Tony Hustings-Moore
  • Paul Cairns
  • Bob Sawyer
  • Terry Wapram
  • Paul Todd
  • Dennis Willcock
  • Terry Rance
  • Paul Michael Andrews
  • Barry Graham Purkis
  • Bayley Cooke

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: Iron Maiden’s *Dos Minutos Para La Media Noche* is a special little piece of rock history. It’s not an official album but more like a rare gem. Released in 1984 in Ecuador, it features just two tracks, including the epic "2 Minutes to Midnight." The producer and engineer? Both roles were handled by Martin "Jah" Birch, who clearly had his hands full. This mini-release even came out under EMI in Ecuador, making it a unique find for collectors. Not your typical Maiden record, but definitely one for the die-hard fans to hunt down.

Comments

lwcolley
2025-03-13
The most replayed section is the beginning because of how good it is, people rewind the video before it ends ?
sarahbunker9
2025-03-13
O como diría un colombiano, faltan 2 pa las 12
deskapratama
2025-03-12
2023: Calm down Russia
iwanxxx
2025-03-11
( `ー´)ノ
wasefdhiman
2025-03-11
midnight in what time zone, though?
elreyeliel95
2025-03-11
Metal yg bawa semangat...anti loyo..??
tudoavista
2025-03-10
Lol now we are 90 second till midnight. "I would only agree that a symbolic clock is as nourishing to the intellect as a photograph of oxygen to a drowning man.".
abhishek3722
2025-03-09
Powerslave. Power Álbum.
takaminohanashi
2025-03-09
Not even January 2023 over and we are at 90 Seconds to Midnight...
karthikumarj54
2025-03-08
We oil the jaws of the war machine and feed it with our babies!
mledezmab2d3a3ae0f
2025-03-08
What you gona do mr putin?
tamamie250118
2025-03-08
2023 here we go mr putin.
mstepandesign
2025-03-08
The Eye of Horus reference already in the 80's bf the internet era "conspiracy theories" ... ??
bobmcdougall1965
2025-03-07
After listening to this, it's currently 12:04
rgold17
2025-03-07
The mighty maiden kicking ass and taking names!