18th Studio Album discussion

Steve has made enough difficult moves with drummers in the past (getting rid of Doug who was a mate of his since his beginning on stage, sacking Clive). I think hiring Simon, then letting Nicko record an album, only to ask Simon to tour for the said record would be a bit too much for older Steve, who is more "human" than his younger self. He is no Angus Young.
 
Eli said:
He only quit playing live, and he is still a part of the band as far as we know.
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Someone already posted a link showing that Nicko is no longer a member of the Iron Maiden corporation. He’s out, out, out. Don’t cling to false hopes.
 
harrisdevot said:
According to Steve, he has enough "old stuff" to record several albums. He is to be believed on that matter, as his four contributions on the last one show he is not short of ideas. One must also remember that he didn't write When the Wild Wind Blows during the FF sessions, as he had written that song long before and kind of lost it somehow; he just had to arrange it. So he tends to write musical themes and melodies all the time, but only turns them into proper songs when they have dcided to record an album.
The main problem in my opinion is the way he finishes the songs. Since 1982, he wants to do it in a short time, thinking the pressure is good for his creativity. No wonder it's becoming more difficult with time. Back in the 80s he was writing at night, until very late, and we know his schedule during the last album sessions were quite intense. He is ot looking forward to imposing such a burden on himself, but he will do it ultimately.
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I dont think that steve is the one how spend less time writing songs. I think is the one who spend more time on a song. Bruce could be the one. During book of souls he said when steve chose IESF that was less job for him the whole band spend less time in the studio than 80s or 90s but was before internet
 
Jer said:
Someone already posted a link showing that Nicko is no longer a member of the Iron Maiden corporation. He’s out, out, out. Don’t cling to false hopes.
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Not true. He is not a member with decisive power, however, his holdings company is still in there. So, he is getting paid, but can't make any decisions. So, it's a grey area.

What is for sure is that Simon is a touring member and not a full time member. At least on the financial front.
 
matic22 said:
Not true. He is not a member with decisive power, however, his holdings company is still in there. So, he is getting paid, but can't make any decisions. So, it's a grey area.

What is for sure is that Simon is a touring member and not a full time member. At least on the financial front.
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The band said tha nicko is retired from touring
Simon is the drummer for tours.
If nicko can record or wants should be there. Maybe he dont wants but the last thing he said he will be there with his sticks. Im sure that if he can he will do a few songs maybe there will be 2 drumners
 
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Jer said:
Someone already posted a link showing that Nicko is no longer a member of the Iron Maiden corporation. He’s out, out, out. Don’t cling to false hopes.
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Although I agree we would not see Nicko on any future Maiden recordings (if these end up materialising, but that is a different story), he is not completely out as his Holdings company is still part of the Iron Maiden LLP conglomerate

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harrisdevot said:
How can one publish such a badly written article?
Anyway, some good news indeed.

"Bruce has said a new Maiden album is coming next year. “He’s always saying that,” laughs Steve. “I’m not ruling it out, but we haven’t discussed it properly. There’s no reason not to record another album but next year is going to be busy.”
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Steve sounds a lot more open to the idea of making a new album compared to the previous interview. Fingers crossed!
 
Bruce is planning a European solo tour in the winter of 2027 (probably only Europe), so possible early 2027 for writing and recording (assuming Steve won't be bust with BL, I doubt Adrian would do a 2nd leg of his SK tour)? I guess they'll want a longer break after the tour, so early 2028 for a September release? But when start the tour? Or release in the summer with a winter tour (arenas, SA)?
 
I think it would benefit the album if they record it soon after RFYL 2026 tour. The muscle memory of having played the classic catalogue might help them create more up tempo songs. Having Simon behind drums will also help inject more energy imo.

I saw them live for the Future past tour and as much as I love Nicko and understand his health situation, I thought to myself at the time that there is no way maiden can record a new album at his current physical state. He was unable to do so many drum parts and the songs and tempo really suffered. I am glad Maiden didn't retire and got Simon. It means the hope of one last album is still alive.
 
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Jadukor said:
I think it would benefit the album if they record it soon after RFYL 2026 tour. The muscle memory of having played the classic catalogue might help them create more up tempo songs. Having Simon behind drums will also help inject more energy imo.
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Good point. And Bruce's promo for his solo album will be mostly next year with a single, like he did in 2023. But for Maiden's promo, maybe 2028, for release too, is better. They could start a hint game again in 2027 if written.
 
Looks like pattern is real:
DOD-AMOLAD - 3 years
AMOLAD-TFF - 4 years
TFF-TBOS - 5 years
TBOS-SJ - 6 years
SJ-18th - possible 7 years, so 2028

With that pace, 18th could be their last, cause with their cycle of album tour-hits tour, next album won't come before 2033, at the time when they're deep in their 70s, not really expecting more than 18 from them unfortunately.
 
Ledges Bitten In Dust said:
Looks like pattern is real:
DOD-AMOLAD - 3 years
AMOLAD-TFF - 4 years
TFF-TBOS - 5 years
TBOS-SJ - 6 years
SJ-18th - possible 7 years, so 2028

With that pace, 18th could be their last, cause with their cycle of album tour-hits tour, next album won't come before 2033, at the time when they're deep in their 70s, not really expecting more than 18 from them unfortunately.
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2033? I dont see them playing in 2033
 
Kalata said:
Bruce is planning a European solo tour in the winter of 2027 (probably only Europe), so possible early 2027 for writing and recording (assuming Steve won't be bust with BL, I doubt Adrian would do a 2nd leg of his SK tour)? I guess they'll want a longer break after the tour, so early 2028 for a September release? But when start the tour? Or release in the summer with a winter tour (arenas, SA)?
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Bruce has been saying on the recent US tour they will be back in 2027 to do it all again, it looks like it will be the most extensive solo tour to date doing both Europe and NA
 
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