Iron Maiden Artwork
by Melvyn Grant
(1992)
One of the most iconic Iron Maiden covers of all time, Melvyn Grant’s depiction of Eddie lurking in a haunted tree has become a fan favourite and a defining image of the band’s dark mythology.
The artwork’s eerie composition and supernatural energy signalled a fresh era for the band — and marked Melvyn’s first Iron Maiden album cover. It remains a masterwork of atmospheric horror in heavy metal art.
His work didn’t just decorate album sleeves — it extended the Iron Maiden universe into vivid nightmares, wrapping each record in power and atmosphere. Melvyn’s art remains a defining part of Maiden’s history and a fan-favorite element of their legacy.
(2006 single)
Released as a single in 2006, The Reincarnation of Benjamin Breeg marked a mysterious and theatrical return for Iron Maiden — and Melvyn Grant’s striking cover played a huge part in that atmosphere.
With Eddie rising from a grave beneath a stark, spectral moon, Melvyn’s illustration taps into timeless gothic horror. The gravestone, the eerie lighting, the storm-blown branches — all reinforce the mythic weight of the title character, whose identity was left deliberately obscure by the band.
This cover stands out for its cinematic intensity and visual storytelling. Melvyn’s talent for balancing horror with clarity gives the image power and precision. It’s one of Iron Maiden’s most haunting single covers — and a fan-favourite moment in their visual legacy.
⚡ Coming Soon: Unseen Iron Maiden Art
To celebrate Iron Maiden’s 50th Anniversary, we’ll be revealing never-before-seen sketches, rare artworks, and behind-the-scenes creations from the legendary Melvyn Grant.
These pieces capture the raw energy and mythic darkness that defined Eddie’s evolution across decades — and many have remained locked away… until now.
🔒 Stay tuned — the vault opens later this year.
