Former frontman of heavy metal band Iron Maiden passes away
Iron Maiden's First Singer, Paul Mario Day, Passes Away at 69
Paul Mario Day, the founding member and first singer of the legendary heavy metal band Iron Maiden, passed away peacefully at his home in Newcastle, Australia, on July 29, 2025, at the age of 69. The news was announced via social media by his later band, More.
The exact cause of Day's death remains unconfirmed publicly, although cancer has been noted as a significant past health challenge. While some sources mention that he had battled cancer in recent years, there is no definitive confirmation linking cancer as the cause of his death.
Iron Maiden was founded on December 25, 1975, by London bassist Steve Harris, who was just 19 years old at the time. Day was part of the original lineup, but his tenure with the band lasted less than a year. The text does not provide information about the reason for his departure.
In 1980, Day founded the band More. Prior to his time with Iron Maiden, he was active as the frontman of Sweet. The news of his death was reported by US magazine "Parade" and other media outlets, including "Rolling Stone".
Iron Maiden was formed in London, and the band has since become one of the most influential acts in the history of heavy metal music. The death of Paul Mario Day marks the end of an era for the band and the heavy metal community as a whole. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Paul Mario Day.
References:
- Parade
- Rolling Stone
- Metal Hammer
- Blabbermouth
The music scene, and particularly the heavy metal community, lost a founding member with the passing of Paul Mario Day, who was the first singer of Iron Maiden. Paul Mario Day, known for fronting bands like More and Sweet before Iron Maiden, contributed to the entertainment industry with his distinctive voice and stage presence.
