Hurm1t Reacts To Iron Maiden The Talisman

[@ANJIN79SAMMA]

Dude said it before , we love these Maiden reactions! No youtuber has done a Maiden journey like this!!! 🤘

[@DiamondJuls]

Wait until you see the live performance of this one, Bruce gives it his all. Fantastic performance, also When The Wild Wind Blows. Both from En Vivo.

[@wv1967]

CANNOT WAIT for the reaction of the live version of this

[@AdhamMGhaly]

The whole En Vivo DVD is a piece of brilliant art

[@TheEternalWayfarer]

To be fair, I think that the one who stands out in the live version, apart from Bruce, is Nicko. Astonishing performance.

[@aaronposteraro1986]

These reactions are what I look forward to everyday, Gonna be so sad when it’s over

[@talismanmia2537]

Imagine the 6th and last guy into your band makes a writing contribution like this? Janick haters can keep hating I suppose, I don't get it. What a wonderful contributor to an already stellar group of songwriters.

[@moonchildah]

Janick is awesome!

[@gandelfthegreat8856]

My take on the lyrics - it's probably about the first pilgrims leaving England (or Europe in general) and heading for North America, running away from all the troubles in their old life. The talisman itself appears to be a magical compass or possibly a "lucky charm" of some sort, pointing them exactly where they need to go. Of course, most of them don't make the trip, including the storyteller who clings on to life just to see the shores of the New world. It appears that he dies of scurvy - "those that didn't die in storms, the scurcy rest did slaughter".

[@Bartogrom]

I like how they change rythm to their trademark galop so fluently. Also this is the only song where the first chorus came up after almost 6 min and it still works. This is the most challenging song for Bruce. On live version he just stand in one spot to focus on singing, which is unusual. Still I recommend to give a second chance to the other songs on the album. Cheers!

[@moonchildah]

This song is just insanely hard to sing. Bruce has lungs of steel!! Can’t wait for you to check it live from En Vivo. It is the most impressive performance of Bruce I have ever seen. 🤘

[@aw-resistance9968]

I always though the song was about the pilgrims sailing to America.

[@moonchildah]

Same here

[@frankj10000]

Westward.

[@sumonjamal1653]

Great track 🤘🤘🔥🔥One of Janick Gers' contributions.

[@JohnWashington1971]

I want my "Iron Maiden reaction" Every morning, every day!!!

[@tomthomas2646]

Oh. By the way.... I Dare anyone try to memorize these lyrics. And the sing them every concert.... WOW......!!!

[@talismanmia2537]

Talisman En Vivo rivals Hallowed in Hammersmith '82 as best live performance. When The Wild Wind Blows En Vivo is absolutely fantastic as well.

[@jayosborne8319]

Sunrise, Florida show. Bruce’s best version of this song live.

[@abdelouahabdebaba337]

It's not only the best song of the album but one of Iron Maiden's finest. The song is about a ship fleeing from Britain and heading to "The New World" (America) as in the line {Westward we go}, and the incredible and horrific journey of the ship crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Great reaction 👍 😈Up🎤🤘 The 🎸🔱 Irons 🥁

[@egrsok9388]

Great reaction to a great song! I absolutely love the feel of the song, the voyage it takes you on. Classic Maiden storytelling. Keep 'em comin', Hurm! Ignore the haters.We Maidenheads are loving this!

[@guilhermecamardelli7846]

I weake up every morning expecting another Iron Maiden reaction.

[@guilhermecamardelli7846]

Can we consider this a Rime of the Ancient Mariner part 3? (including Ghost of the navigator as part 2)

[@egrsok9388]

I'd say part 4. Run Silent Run Deep is another maritime song! All four are great.

[@guilhermecamardelli7846]

@@egrsok9388 True! Great song and great album

[@GavP75]

😂 hope it’s a happy ending. I believe it’s Europeans taking the chance of a new life in the new land (America). The Talisman I’ve heard is a compass/navigation device, but could be a cross or something like it. This song helped me with leaving everything behind with a move to the US - we can jump on a plane, nothing like those journeys of the past. Oh, and don’t worry about the muppets - your channel, you react to what you want. Enjoying your Maiden journey myself I am.

[@PrincessKagayaki]

I LOVE this song so much! It was one of my favs on this album!! @12:00 gives me "Tom Sawyer" by Rush vibes every time I hear it!!

[@jingtroc23]

I have been watching reactions for years(movies, anime, music, trailers etc), i have only subbed to about 3 or 4 reactors though, you are one of them. I love this Maiden journey, and you're a cool guy. i will suggest some bands/music for you to react too occasionally purely because i want your channel to grow so you can earn a living from it.

[@richardsmith2370]

This is the story of those who left Plymouth (or Southampton, depending on who you speak to), in my native UK to sail to America aboard the Mayflower in the 16th century escape religious persecution from the church of England because they were protestants. The journey took 66 days. Aboard were 102 passengers plus 30 crew. The ship that accompanied the Mayflower, name The Speedwell, began to take on water and sink when out of port. Some passengers were transferred to the Mayflower and the Speedwell returned to port. The planning for the voyage had met many complications surrounding gathering supplies to sustain all aboard and so set of much later in the year than was planned. This meant the mayflower would cross the stormy North Atlantic Ocean in the late summer / autumn going into winter when the seas were most turbulent. Half way across the ocean they sailed through a devastating storm system which battered the ship and would have thrown many overboard had they not lashed themselves to the ship with ropes. One man was washed overboard but managed to hold on to rigging and survived. Apparently he is an ancestor of George Bush. During the storm, one of the main beams that held the ship together was broken and it was touch and go as to whether the ship would get them across the rest of the Atlantic. This meant they had to navigate around storms for the rest of the journey and finally made land on November 11th 1620, but were much further North than intended in Privincetown MA. They were aiming for the mouth of the Hudson River. They sailed up the coast to Plymouth. When they arrived many of them were malnourished and weary from their journey. However only one person died on the crossing. However the coming winter would leave only 50 of the pilgrims alive to see the spring of 1621. The problem was that reports sent from the Hudson were that the climate was rather like England. However the pilgrms had been forced to settle in Plymouth MA because when trying to sail south to the Hudson, the Winds were against them and so they settled in Plymouth. They couldn’t have known that 100 miles north the winter was much harsher and by November the ground was frozen killing any crops they had planted and rendering it impossible to plant anything. Exposure also killed many, including 15 of the 30 crew members. The remaining crew set sail to return to England on 15th April 1621 and arrived in Plymouth UK on May 6th just 21 days after departing the Americas, due to fabourable westerly winds blowing them eastward and mild weather. I hope this interests anyone reading this and gives the song a bit more context. It’s estimated that nowadays roughly 35 million people can retrace their ancestry back to those who sailed the stormy Atlantic aboard the Mayflower.

[@danw4490]

As for this song, it's legendary sung live! This is another of my favorites!

[@ettio]

Your Maiden reactions are great. This song is a fantastic live song and so difficult to sing In think

[@mauricioalvarado2183]

Well said bro, there is plenty of Maiden to react to. Can´t wait for the live albums, few bands sound like Maiden playing live. Up the Irons!

[@markkorda1654]

Keep on bringing the maiden reactions coming hurm im a huge fan🤘🤘

[@thedepot7416]

Best maiden KZbinr reactions, others start but don’t do many, hope for many more

[@ptpt8615]

They should of gone to town with epic solos in this track. I feel it would of tipped it over the edge. Great tune never the less!

[@ulf793]

Bro love your Maiden reactions , it's been awesome seeing your journey of getting into Maiden. I first seen them in 1983 on the "World Piece Tour" aged 11 I'm 51 now & going to see then on tour next year for the 35th time. Maiden are brilliant keep up your ace work mate, Up the Irons 🤘💀🤘.

[@Hemimike426]

The North Atlantic is a particularly violent part of the ocean. The song refers to Pilgrims leaving for the new world to escape persecution. Johaned might refer to the story of Jonah and the whale?

[@dinolover6466]

This mans laugh is genuinely incredible. Up the irons 🤘

[@Haggath]

Yo I can’t believe someone actually told you to stop uploading Iron Maiden reactions 😂. I knew you’d like this one for the story. I do really enjoy this one, and I remember it being one of the stand out songs when I first listened to the album. I love the guitar melodies during the verses and after the solo, but the main guitar solo is where I have a problem. I think it’s just lacking ever so slightly. Doesn’t really do much. Live version is much better. Dude, seriously you said people look for your videos in the morning. For me it’s my routine when I get out of work every day. And I’ll be honest, when you don’t upload a maiden reaction, I feel disappointed. Not at you by a long shot, I just really look forward to seeing your videos man, and I know they’ll be uploaded eventually! Love your reactions man, keep them coming!

[@Mr727sim]

Lovin’ your journey Hurm! I’m not big on the newer Maiden albums, but I still watch every Maiden reaction you do! Keep it up! Up the irons!

[@sebbenilsson860]

I love this tune. Bruce's vocals are so melodic and the chorus is insane! The only part I don't really like in this song is the solo part. If they'd make this song 10/10 they should add a guitar solo from Adrian over the chrous section instead imo.

[@ahmettahsinertas2652]

this one is an awesome song! The story is killer, Steve gollops on and you can hear his fingers slapping the lines. And Bruce! I couldnt imagine he could sing that high live but he even killed the shit out of high notes! Hope you watch the En Vivo dvd to see it live. Maiden discopraphy is one hell of a journey. I admire them putting out some serious stuff even at this age and dont expect them to create new 80s era myths. It was an one-time-thing and we are lucky enough to have Maiden. enjoy it Up the Irons

[@craigmcgregor9465]

Hurm, I get pissed when u miss a day of maiden reactions. Dont ever stop. I think u should do them all again to relive this epic experience. I would watch them all again and so would everyone else. 🤘oh ye🤘

[@AdhamMGhaly]

Your evil laughs made my day 😁 Up the Irons from Egypt

[@helgaratbone1691]

Cool tune! One of the stronger tracks on this album! Only two albums left, Herm! (Other than live stuff and B sides) Can’t stop now!! You’re in the home stretch! The end is in sight! I can see jumping ship during the Blaze era but you’ve come so far!!!!!!

[@TheEternalWayfarer]

This song is loosely inspired by the Mayflower and the Pilgrim Fathers. The second acoustic section always amazes me... it mimics the waves so well. Love it. And the solo!

[@Tr1ton131]

Next track is one of my all time favorites and I Can say that confidently. Amazing story, great progression, great instrumentals, Bruce is top tier. I just think it’s a song you need to be patient with. It’s not that it gets dragged out but it’s more of an experience from start to finish rather then a classic galloping maiden style track.

[@josecolonguadarrama5463]

Hurm, we as fans should respect your honest opinion. I love Iron Maiden, I think it is a special band. I think they have their own sound which is unmistakeable. Maiden evolved from a skull crushing heavy metal with lost of melody and harmonies to a progressive style “heavy metal”. Old school, yet creative. Very melodic and lots of harmonies. If you want to understand better their music, check out Licks of the Beast with Nico. Amazing!

[@talfin]

Thank you Bro! I concur with your reading of the Songs and I'm a hell of a person. I'll hit you in the livestreams with some recommendations as usual!!

[@troywilkinson160]

Probably based on the Pilgrims sailing from England to North America. The Lyrics are strong and the kick in riff is good. One of the best songs on the album.

[@stefanstock953]

Greetings and Love from Germany . Awesome reaction video as always. I imidently thought it was about those poor souls who drowned while trying to flee to a peaceful country. In 2022 (as of 24 October 2022), 1,762 people have died while fleeing across the Mediterranean. Since 2014, more than 25,111 refugees had drowned in the Mediterranean. In 2016, over 5,000 people died on the sea route to Europe. thanx for going on with this awesome maiden journey stay safe, my friend

[@futplaya1]

Not an specific history but a tail about what people felt every time in history they get out their homeland seeking a better land in a new land. You can imagine ancient first greek colons sailing throug the mediterranian see to found a new city in Sicilia, Spain or for example first english colons who sail on to playmouth coust.Anyway all those ancient people felt the same. Fear, Risks, pray! One word: Epic

[@tonitiittanen8424]

My second favorite Maiden song behind only Caught Somewhere in Time.

[@philsswweightlossdiary2944]

‘I just hope it doesn’t have a sad ending.’ Ah, yeah you’re not going to like it 😂

[@tjgamer9713]

I know you don’t like long songs but a lot of prog music has a lot of long songs, and modern Maiden without a doubt is prog, and as a prog fan their most recent album is my favorite from them

[@prowlermagic32]

Top5 song after the Bruce and Adrian comeback. Live version sounds even better. Got an extra hardness and a point of speed that improves with Bruce at his peak

[@bigredrocks2521]

Keep going with it mate. I for one, appreciate your Iron Maiden reactions and how you have chronologically gone right through the studio albums, one song at a time. I'm looking forward to more and can't wait till you do the 'B' sides 😉. As not just an Iron Maiden fan, but a music fan, it's been pretty cool for me joining you on this musical journey and the many others you are reacting to. You're a top bloke too mate, otherwise you wouldn't have the growing subscriber base. In the end, it's your channel brother, so do what you want anyway. Rock on.

[@badmotorbreath5206]

I really hope the band sees at least some of your reactions. Given your dedication to every song, you deserve a special invite to one of the shows including back stage pass to meet them in person…in my humble opinion anyway!

[@AdhamMGhaly]

As I said before, this album is definitely in my Top 3 list. I love ALL the songs on the album to the core of my heart, yet this song is definitely the main feature of the whole thing. I believe that as time (and experience) goes by, you will be more open to the progressive side of music featured on this album, as well as on other albums by IM or by other bands like Rush, Genesis, or Dream Theater. Keep it going on mate. Like Bruce said: We're Blood Brothers 🤘

[@ade4864]

Still loving your Maiden journey, it’s part of my everyday routine now. Not sure what I’m gonna do once you’ve done them all 😢😁

[@stevored1989]

It is a toss of a coin as to whether this is my favourite song from this album or When The Wild Wind Blows. The live versions on En Vivo are even better.

[@fernandorodrigues1939]

Our daily Iron Maiden Fix... UP THE IRONS!!!

[@Hurm1t]

I have the next one uploading now lol

[@fernandorodrigues1939]

@@Hurm1t never miss one of your Maiden reactions, may not as soon as they are uploaded but in teh next day or the day after... I am a Iron Maiden fan since 1985 and never get tired of them... Keep you journey to the best band bar none in the human history, and many like me will be here to accompany you on your discovery of new songs and live performances! Stay safe and up the IRONS...

[@metalmark1214]

The song is about a large group of people leaving their country of origin to find freedom. The guide dies as he they approaches the new shore to safety. A real good song, but not on the same level as Rime of the Ancient Mariner or Ghost of the Navigator. Keep going with the Maiden voyage Hurm.

[@metalmark1214]

@@BrotherMan321 = Opinion

[@AC-cb1oe]

jonahed is a person believed to bring bad luck to those around him

[@tomthomas2646]

Oh YES......

[@moonchildah]

Best intro today Herm. Love your laughter. 😁Keep doing your thing!

[@AndyTheRoo]

Oh boy just wait till you hear it live. Amazing (🤘🤘 just for you)

[@TheSmartPorcupine]

Up the irons!

[@jimmytran5998]

There you go 🤘🤘🤘

[@Jason-rg9pi]

Iron fucking maiden.

[@Jason-rg9pi]

My meds. I feel ya

[@lukebraun2499]

🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@sumonjamal1653]

U tell 'em, straight up! 😁

[@tjgamer9713]

🤘

[@talfin]

Keep it up! Hurm, don't care about these jerks, they can watch something else so F'em. We love your reaction even when you don't like the song it's a honest view!

[@rodrigopatriciamattos3436]

You really should check out the live version

[@tomthomas2646]

🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@andyreid6826]

I think he survived the storm, but not the voyage. There is a great live version of this song.

[@thedepot7416]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

No matter that this is not a great Maiden record, but there is always a great song like this one.

[@danw4490]

Don't stop with Maiden! Just please make sure you check out Bruce Dickinson's other solo work.

[@danielkucera2313]

who said that lemme know. gonna give him a visit with my man Eddie

[@brucedickinson12]

keep it going m8

[@brianlittlewood6577]

hiya pal.I think this song is about the english pilgrims/quakers ,leaving England to escape the oppression of the state in the 1700s and now that oppression is back again..is it time for a change???

[@Rocktraffic]

💎💎💎💎💎💎💎🤘🏽

[@silvertonguesings]

🤘😛🤘

[@1234567890196]

A Harris and Gers Song with Ger’s Solo it’s a cracker Live I should know I so it 5 times live I really enjoy this album and the tour the DVD Show is brilliant I can’t wait until you review and has for that person saying don’t do Maiden Reactions anymore🤬😡that’s for you buddy yes mate keep them coming Books Of Souls next a double Album and then Senjutsu another double album but the best since they got back together and they were no maiden reunion Adrian quit and Bruce quit Maiden carried on without them Maiden sacked Blaze and because Bruce and Adrian wasn’t doing anything at the time the asked Bruce to come back First then after a meeting with A’rry they decided to get Adrian back as well

[@davidprag969]

Of course we want you to continue. Most just do a song every 2 months..way too little imo.

[@MrDantres]

It's unbelievable how weak the solos are compared to the rest of the song, what a wasted opportunity to make it even better.

[@AC-cb1oe]

if they find your reacts annoying, then its simple, just dont watch the video. wtf is wrong with people? lol

[@FIFASEASONGAMING]

First viewer WAHOOOOOOOOOOO

[@davidprag969]

Its a great song but imo this intro is way too long. its worth it but some others are also imo.

[@brucedickinson12]

too long of a intro again

[@badmotorbreath5206]

🤘😎🤘