Iron Maiden’s original lead vocalist Paul Mario Day‘s death has sparked sadness among heavy metal fans around the world. As the first voice of the legendary band, Day played a foundational role in shaping what would become one of the most iconic metal acts in history.

Iron Maiden have paid tribute to their original frontman, Paul Mario Day, who died yesterday, July 29, aged 69.

Paul Mario Day, the original frontman of heavy metal band Iron Maiden, has died, aged 69. His death was confirmed by More, another metal act that he fronted from 1980 until 1981. In a statement on social media, More wrote: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the great More vocalist Paul Mario Day.