Azas
Waiting for the Barbarians
And I was trying to joke - because at this point, if you don’t recognize Rod by his face, you’re not a real Maiden fan, you know.
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GhostofCain
Ancient Mariner
An Irish one for you:
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition review – Tight pants, greasy leather and a very excited Javier Bardem
This decent documentary about the English heavy metal band is maybe a little short on humour
Spaldy
Ancient Mariner
Metal Hammer reviewed it days ago. Posted the link here.
Dick Brucinson
The TRUE Dick Brucinson
Surprised that Simon Dawson wasn't there but Nicko. I thought Nicko retired and Simon is their Drummer.
GhostofCain
Ancient Mariner
And some more reviews in the non-metal press:
www.scotsman.com
www.timeout.com
Film reviews: The Sheep Detectives | Our Land | Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition
There’s lots of goofy, family-friendly fun to be had with The Sheep Detectives, albeit in a fictional English village setting that’s been weirdly Americanised, writes Alistair Harkness
www.scotsman.com
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition review: an unashamed, big-haired celebration of all things Maiden
Bruce Dickinson, Eddie and co star in a doc that will thrill an army of fans
Christopher Baines
Ancient Mariner
Was just great see band members old and new together and embracing when Maiden are typically coy about old band members. Felt like a real celebration of the whole Maiden family
Azas
Waiting for the Barbarians
Yeah - and now we know which of them are the black sheep of the family.
On a serious note, they should invite Blaze to rejoin the band and tour with two vocalists, like Helloween.
On some nights, when Bruce is tired or just taking it easy, Blaze could do the heavy lifting - apart from Aces High, of course. Bruce would definitely want to handle that one himself.
Yax
Ancient Mariner
He hasn't been formally announced as a band member but rather "drumming for us this tour is Simon Dawson".
At this point he is essentially a touring member. Another famous example is Andy Sneap in the capacity of playing guitar for Priest.
Yax
Ancient Mariner
I would absolutely love this, if Blaze didn't tune down as much as he is nowadays. Maiden aren't going to be playing in D or c# (Might not have done any Maiden tuned to C#, but just throwing it out there).
dickinson1978
Ancient Mariner
Very good photos there. Bruce and adrian look great. I dont know who are the non iron maiden members.Rod was there.
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Kalata
Out of the Silent Planet
Some comments from the band members:
www.instagram.com
Bruce says no rest (go on the burning ambition) and that he has to earn the right to be on stage every night, and Dave says they still feel very energized and this event is firing up them. That brings a smile.
Iron Maiden Italia on Instagram: ""Abbiamo preso fuoco 50 anni fa e stiamo bruciando da allora!" I membri dei Maiden presenti ieri sera alla premiere di Burning Ambition parlano del titolo del film dedicato alla loro storia! ️ Kerrang! #IronMaiden
1,771 likes, 19 comments - ironmaiden_italia on May 6, 2026: ""Abbiamo preso fuoco 50 anni fa e stiamo bruciando da allora!" I membri dei Maiden presenti ieri sera alla premiere di Burning Ambition parlano del titolo del film dedicato alla loro storia! ️ Kerrang! #IronMaiden #BurningAmbition...
www.instagram.com
Bruce says no rest (go on the burning ambition) and that he has to earn the right to be on stage every night, and Dave says they still feel very energized and this event is firing up them. That brings a smile.
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Black Abyss Babe
Slava Ukraini!
Look under the black hat ...
Abas
Jester with no tears
Someone said earlier that neither Steve nor Janick were there either and connected it to a rehearsal thing. If we're going that route, I think it smells more of a writing thing
matic22
Ancient Mariner
Janick co-writing a British Lion song confirmed.
Poto
Ancient Mariner
I recognize Rod, Anders Taylor and Dave Shack. The man next to Bruce is the director.
GhostofCain
Ancient Mariner
Tennis player Pat Cash, UK comedian Al Murray, Justin Hawkins from The Darkness, Rufus Taylor from The Darkness, the actor John Rhys-Davies, Sam Ryder, the Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick...
Kurt Cobain, Elvis, Trump and Buddha.
Cat Milk Supreme
Ancient Mariner
I was also joking. Cos that's not Dave Pratchett. Cos Dave Pratchett famously didn't want credited for his DOD work. And the guy in the pic is dressed kinda like Terry Pratchett, gods rest his hilarious soul. Maybe our wit is just too sharp for some.