Iron Maiden - Senjutsu

Senjutsu is the seventeenth studio album by the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, released on September 3, 2021. It is a double album featuring ten tracks with a total running time of 82 minutes, making it one of their longest albums to date. The album explores various themes, including war, history, mythology, and Japanese culture, with the title "Senjutsu" referring to the tactics and strategies used in Japanese martial arts.

Musically, "Senjutsu" showcases Iron Maiden's signature sound with its powerful guitar riffs, melodic solos, and Bruce Dickinson's soaring vocals. The band's trademark harmonies and epic song structures are present throughout the album, highlighting their progressive and heavy metal influences. 

"Senjutsu" made a strong impact upon its release. It debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 chart, making it Iron Maiden's highest-charting album in the United States. This achievement was particularly notable considering the album's length and the fact that it was released without any major radio singles or mainstream promotion. The album also reached the top ten in several other countries worldwide, further demonstrating its commercial success and the enduring popularity of Iron Maiden.