Iron Maiden - Eddie through the Years - 1980-2010
Eddie, also known as Eddie the Head, is the mascot for Iron Maiden. Designed by Derek Riggs, he is a perennial fixture of the group's artwork, appearing in all of their album covers (as well as most of their singles) and in their merchandise.
Eddie was based on the zombie-like figure that appears on the sleeve of the
group's first single, "Running Free."
Eddie's image has evolved and regressed throughout the years, largely due to the contributions of artists other than Riggs. Beginning with 1992's Fear of the Dark, Eddie has taken on occasionally more demonic portrayals, but his most popular imagery remains the cartoon zombie.
Eddie, also known as Eddie the Head, is the mascot for Iron Maiden. Designed by Derek Riggs, he is a perennial fixture of the group's artwork, appearing in all of their album covers (as well as most of their singles) and in their merchandise.
Eddie was based on the zombie-like figure that appears on the sleeve of the
group's first single, "Running Free."
Eddie's image has evolved and regressed throughout the years, largely due to the contributions of artists other than Riggs. Beginning with 1992's Fear of the Dark, Eddie has taken on occasionally more demonic portrayals, but his most popular imagery remains the cartoon zombie.