Simon Dawson is the new drummer

Starblind said:
another thing is: i think british lion must get a new drummer, cause it would be extremely hard for a drummer to play maiden and bl in a row with no rest...
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Maybe yes (cuz drums is not like play bass), maybe no. Because steve did 3 shows in a row plenty of times this tour (with BL and IM).
 
matic22 said:
He liked Nicko, but I don't think he played with him before recruiting him.
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Nicko was already well-known to the band, having played on bills with them in Trust and remember he was Eddie in the music video for "Women In Uniform."
 
DorotheaMe said:
I didn't like this part either. It is weird and outdated.
As if it is not important about him as a person what he has achieved or which styles he has already played as a drummer, but his nationality.
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There is nothing weird or outdated about a British heavy metal band who've always celebrated being a British heavy metal choosing a Brit as their new member.

The contemporary de-emphasis on culture and history is what's weird. Tradition and roots are important to many cultures globally. Nick's replacement was never going to be an outsider unfamiliar with the band or their heritage.
 
btx109 said:
Nicko was already well-known to the band, having played on bills with them in Trust and remember he was Eddie in the music video for "Women In Uniform."
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No he wasn’t. He used to be one of the devils live when Trust was opening for them though. You’re confusing him being the guy in the hood in the Icarus video.
 
GhostofCain said:
That’s correct. The story about Clive being away on The Beast on the Road tour to attend his father's funeral is untrue.
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Source??

maidenrevelations.com

MAIDEN HISTORY: Dawn of the Classic Era, 1982-1983

Bruce Dickinson and Nicko McBrain were the missing pieces needed to turn Iron Maiden into a true world-class act. With this second chapter in our study of Maiden History we take a look at the …
maidenrevelations.com maidenrevelations.com
I've read what's written here, but do you have any new information or stories that aren't written on this page? Or can I interpret it based on what's written here?
 
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lily_p said:
Source??

maidenrevelations.com

MAIDEN HISTORY: Dawn of the Classic Era, 1982-1983

Bruce Dickinson and Nicko McBrain were the missing pieces needed to turn Iron Maiden into a true world-class act. With this second chapter in our study of Maiden History we take a look at the …
maidenrevelations.com maidenrevelations.com
I've read what's written here, but do you have any new information or stories that aren't written on this page?
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You can find the answer somewhere in this thread (page 12 contains some relevant information):

J

Thread 'Why did Steve Harris fire Clive Burr ?'

This is the one Maiden story that puzzles me , being a fan around 30 years . I understand why every member replacement occured except this particular one . Clive Burr seemed like a really nice guy , he was a monster behind the kit and a member of Maiden in both Dianno and Dickinson's era . Does anyone have any links or whatever else , that doesn't sugarcoat this ?
 
lily_p said:
Source??

maidenrevelations.com

MAIDEN HISTORY: Dawn of the Classic Era, 1982-1983

Bruce Dickinson and Nicko McBrain were the missing pieces needed to turn Iron Maiden into a true world-class act. With this second chapter in our study of Maiden History we take a look at the …
maidenrevelations.com maidenrevelations.com
I've read what's written here, but do you have any new information or stories that aren't written on this page?
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GhostofCain said:
You can find the answer somewhere in this thread (page 12 contains some relevant information):

J

Thread 'Why did Steve Harris fire Clive Burr ?'

This is the one Maiden story that puzzles me , being a fan around 30 years . I understand why every member replacement occured except this particular one . Clive Burr seemed like a really nice guy , he was a monster behind the kit and a member of Maiden in both Dianno and Dickinson's era . Does anyone have any links or whatever else , that doesn't sugarcoat this ?
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I'll check out page 12 and this thread!
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtfulness!
 
Poto said:
I can't find the post anymore, so either

1. I dreamt it
2. He deleted it
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I think the 1st one. It's very doubtful that this decision would get leaked outside the bandmembers-Rod-Andy circle to anyone.

There is a reason why Nicko played the Titanium Tart shows in the summer... To see if he has improved and I think that he realized that he hasn't to the level he wished to.

And the summer rumours about 2 members wanting to retire now make more sense.
 
And they recruited Janick very swiftly too after H bowed out, when he was relatively unknown and there were loads of technical beasts that would have loved to been in the band.

But look how well it turned out. Janick brings some of the best songs of the reunion era. Have a little faith!
 
It would be very nice, if they would release some song, live in the rehearsal studio, where the band is playing with the new drummer. To prevent further speculations.
 
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