Loopy! Has he had anything to say lately on this whole affair?
Here we go again...Iron Maiden sued over the rights of 6 songs
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GhostofCain
Ancient Mariner
He did post the following at https://www.facebook.com/LoopyWorld/ on 29th June:
Loopy World said:
There are also some interesting comments that cast doubt Dennis was not aware of Maiden using the lyrics he supposedly had written.
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Luisma
Years Wasted
Like this one:
Loopy World - Iron Maiden Tony Miles I read the GV1 statement posted on fb, and by the time I spoke to Steve about it, he already knew and laughed. Obviously Dennis is being wound up by Mckay, and that big headed twat is about to find out what it's like to lose a case. When Maiden did the first two shows at the Ruskin, Dennis supplied the PA and stood at the desk "supervising". Dianno was 15 feet away singing his lyrics, and he didn't notice??? Utter shite mate. No wonder Dennis has gone into hiding.
GhostofCain
Ancient Mariner
It contains some interesting information for Maiden nerds like us. He does not mince his words regarding Rod Smallwood and the writing style and presentation is quite amateurish. His columns at Metal Talk would give you an idea of what to expect.
That being said, I have it and I do not regret buying a copy.
cnesbit
Trooper
I agree. It is probably my favourite out of all my Maiden books.
Magnus
Pica Serdica
matic22
Ancient Mariner
Lol at point 27.4.
That Slesser part of the lawsuit is straight up comedy.
Also the HBTN line in question is one of the most audiable lines in the whole song. Slesser saw Maiden numerous times in the 80's and at least once in 2000's and didn't recognise it? Gimme a break.
GhostofCain
Ancient Mariner
The whole thing is laughable.
I am no expert, but don't points 9 and 17 suggest that if McKay were to win the case he would profit from future royalties??? Point 31 seems to reinforce this...
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Black Abyss Babe
CriedWhenJanickCutHisHair
That was how I interpreted it too - it goes with his Babblemouth (sic) ranting about him and not Dennis being the one suing Steve, I think. Also (unless I'm missing something really obvious) he is named as the only claimant - Dennis is only mentioned in the actual text.
Oh, and I just ordered a copy of Loopy's book, as well
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GhostofCain
Ancient Mariner
Oh, and I just ordered a copy of Loopy's book, as well
You would not regret it. Amateurish or not, it is really interesting.
Black Abyss Babe
CriedWhenJanickCutHisHair
Well, what I was thinking was that however unpolished/in need of an editor it might be, it will contain a story which only Loopy can tell us. I want to hear that story.
SixesAlltheway
Ancient Mariner
Who is Loopy again?
And this might come out wrong, but all of the attention to random guys who were part of early Maiden in one way or another and the increased interest they are being shown by fans and metal news sites/blogs/FB sites - and the money they make from people buying their shit - Any correlation between that and the influx in recent allegations from old members? 5 min of Fame and all that..
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Black Abyss Babe
CriedWhenJanickCutHisHair
A possible indication of how thoroughly he checks his fact before spouting? It says "fan website" right at the top of the screen ffs ...
IWishIHadAdriansDT300
Clive Burr's right foot
I wonder if Barry realises that posting in the Blabbermouth comment section makes him seem incredibly unprofessional, like this is the sort of stuff I saw in high school when couples broke up.
CriedWhenBrucieLeft
Meme Only Account
This is an interesting development. We'd all better be a lot more careful about what we say about this McKay character. Everything we say should really be backed up by hard facts, no more mere speculation. While we're at it, this might also be a good time to reflect on forum content generally; tone, content, etc. Maybe cut back on threads about lists, that sort of thing.
Diesel 11
As you scream into the web of silence...
And I was just taking you seriously...
