


McKay also states that he entered into a publishing agreement with Brian Quinn (aka Ingham) on 29 March 2017, two days before the claim was served.

Barton’s songs in approximately 40 years. Steve Harris was a fan of Beckett and some six lines from 'Life’s Shadow' were referenced in Steve’s song, 'Hallowed Be Thy Name,' which was recorded by Iron Maiden and appeared on the album 'The Number of the Beast' which was released in 1982.Īs far as Steve is concerned, this matter was settled some years ago by agreement with Robert Barton, but there now appears to be a dispute between the two original writers as to their respective shares in 'Life’s Shadow.' Further, an individual called Barry McKay in taking this action now claims to publish Robert Barton’s interest in 'Life’s Shadow,' despite so far being unable to come up with a publishing agreement and showing little or no evidence in his claim of any interest in Mr. The dispute concerns the song 'Life’s Shadow,' a song originally written in the early 1970s, credited to Robert Barton and Brian Ingham, and recorded by the band Beckett. Phantom Management are aware of the action brought by Barry McKay (initially by Barry McKay and Brian Quinn) against Steve Harris and Dave Murray.
