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No, that's not what I would call a rest. You have no idea when it will resume, or if it will resume at all, and when you're suddenly asked to go back on stage, it's very hard to refocus and put all that behind you.

That answer confused me, too, because you always pick some songs that slow down the set, introduce a different tempo, a break - only to pick up the pace again. That’s perfectly normal, and I actually thought that Maiden (Bruce/Steve) saw it that way, too.

I find this interview interesting as a comparison to Iron Maiden’s approach, since Rush actually made the opposite decision in every respect: Iron Maiden chose someone who was already familiar with the Iron Maiden repertoire, who is English/speaks English as a native language, and they don’t...

When the local press (not the music press) writes about Rock am Ring, it can sometimes be amusing: - The band Iron Maiden sports a wide variety of clothing styles - from band T-shirt to beach-ready outfits. - Bruce Dickinson delivered a slightly confused monologue about water. - Unfortunately...

You can explain the contradictions: Other cities might indeed see them again sooner, but Iron Maiden will never play a show in Nürburg - unless they’re booked for Rock am Ring. And that most likely won’t happen again for a few years.

The Rock am Ring live stream will feature “A Perfect Circle”. 18.10 Uhr: Social Distortion (Mandora Stage) 19.40 Uhr: Alter Bridge (Mandora Stage) 21.20 Uhr: A Perfect Circle (Mandora Stage)

IEMs are so common and widespread. I wouldn't call them unnatural. I can't believe that if Bruce really wanted it and didn't give up after a brief trial, he wouldn't be able to sing with IEMs. He could have a pair custom-made exactly to his specifications and needs. After a period of getting...

How about the theory that they’re more influenced by Rod’s or management’s opinions these days than they used to be when it comes to what would make for a good live show? Sure, Bruce could have refused to sing a song, but with Bruce, you could also imagine that he wanted to take it on as a...

It's very likely that it is actually a live recording that was chosen for the soundcheck.

Could his reservations about the documentary really be that strong? :eek: Tries to escape while posing with Nathalie. :D

Iron Maiden weren't looking for a drummer who could imitate Nicko, nor were they looking for the most technically skilled drummer. They wanted someone who can reliably hold the band -the song- together, and Simon certainly has all the skills to accomplish that.

The interview with Bruce Dickinson in Rock Hard (see the documentary thread) was offered relatively short notice. Perhaps a management decision to bring even more attention to the documentary?

Interview with Bruce Dickinson about the documentary “Burning Ambition,” Rock Hard Magazine, No. 467, May 2026 My translation ... RH: The film is relentlessly honest about the highs and lows of your career. How do you feel about that? BD: When the idea of making a documentary about our career...

A bit late. Sitting down in the summer and slowly figuring out whether to plan, organize, and book a tour next year - the kind Iron Maiden does - has nothing to do with real life, in my opinion.

Actually, Steve is absolutely right, in my opinion, with what he says here. It’s risky to go on such a grueling, long tour in a single year, because it can start to get on your nerves - even if you normally enjoy touring - and then you have a whole year of nothing, during which you get rusty...