Iron Maiden - Dave Murray

Tapes and Thoughts interview Dave Murray (Iron Maiden).

[@WrathWithinMe]

Dave was very poor as a child, his dad was disabled. The first thing he did when I started to make money in Maiden was to buy his parents a house. His mom lives there to this day. Dave is so likeable.

[@adolflenin4973]

*mUm

[@jimmykray9583]

@@adolflenin4973 Mam*

[@jimmykray9583]

@@adolflenin4973 Mam*

[@thefog7067]

I'd say mum coz Mam is usually said much further north

[@rjmusicltd]

*mother

[@fonsecaluis796]

Big Dave is always smiling

[@santanaincubus]

Man Dave Murray is true to himself and humble. No Rockstar bullshit or "praise me" ego. Him and Adrian are gods.

[@linkbiff1054]

I was front row the last time I saw Iron Maiden and right in front of Dave. I was singing to all the songs. When Dave noticed I forgot some of the lyrics, he smiled at me and mouthed some of the words to me so I could remember. What a nice guy!

[@adolflenin4973]

Where ?

[@linkbiff1054]

@@adolflenin4973 Ottawa Bluesfest

[@hamzabenkacimi]

Damn your a lucky dude

[@wahwahgaboor]

You deserve punishments for bad memory...

[@TheSunBurnsBright]

How could anyone hate this guy?Murray+Smith Forever!

[@adolflenin4973]

If you are British, everybody on the internet hate u

[@donjohn2239]

A legend. Enough said

[@harrycallahan9143]

The best cheek bones in the business, top bloke.

[@katarina5206]

Glad to know I'm not the only one thinking this!

[@iadoredavey]

I ❤️ Davey

[@richardkaylor9679]

I'm a drummer and Nicko was one of my biggest influences, but Dave's always been my favorite person and player in Maiden.

[@metalEric69]

Mine as well.

[@adolflenin4973]

*favoUrite

[@richardkaylor9679]

@@adolflenin4973 u too eh?

[@adolflenin4973]

Aye.

[@Robearwgl]

That it's one rich, normal down to earth human being. He seems like the kind of guy you could sit down at a bar and have a few points with, and enjoy tales of old.

[@peterattilanagy_nap983]

Robearwgl Indeed! He's such a nice guy. I made a one-on-one interview with him as a young reporter in Budapest, Hungary and he was extremely easy going, very helpful and gave me very useable and intelligent soundbites. Had no rockstar attitude whatsoever, as opposed to Janick and Bruce. Janick seemed pretty arrogant then and there, and Bruce got so mad at a reporter girl that later during the concert he would rant about that particular interview for 10 minutes. Adrian was a bit bored but he did appreciate if you had made your research before and gave me honest answers. I didn't talk to Nicko.

[@AoLIronmaiden]

+the devil cried you think so? :S

[@AoLIronmaiden]

Really? I dunno... It seems they always seem to support local bands whenever they tour, bring em along for exposure and stuff like that. I think it's pretty cool :S

[@AoLIronmaiden]

In other interviews I've seen, Steve talks about supporting bands, giving them exposure, etc. My buddy's band got to do some shows with em, too....

[@TightKickflip]

+Robearwgl Spot on Sir

[@TheCrimsonIdol987]

I can't imagine my style without Dave Murray's influence. His melodic ear and legato is flawless. :) Probably my biggest influence.

[@troysmithfr]

I love Murray, Mustaine, and Jeff Waters. All of them rule

[@RScott413]

TheCrimsonIdol987 Same here. He was my model, watching him and keeping with his tempo taught me how to play relaxed but still have strength in the tone. I lightened up the fingers a lot because of Dave Murray and that made so many things easier. Before that I strained a lot for no reason. Murray makes it look easy for sure.

[@TheGreatAlan75]

@V4EKKRINH4RT that's funny!! You're being sarcastic right? LMAO 😂

[@adolflenin4973]

@@RScott413 Spot On Mate

[@chadroberts4832]

Saw them for the first time last night in Hartford and they were fantastic! I think Dave is one of the most underrated rock guitarists. His solos looked effortless

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

I think he is underrated because he is humble and isn't "flashy." I don't think he wants or needs to be known as "the best." He's just his amazing, talented self and the fans love it! I agree that his solos look effortless. He has definitely mastered his sound. Rock on, Dave - you rocking ray of sunshine! ♡

[@draltar]

he's like a happy drunk villager in a Asterix town or something... the permanent contagious smile, what a guitar player... what a human being, Up the Irons!!!

[@osamaqtaitat]

“Drunk”!?!!

[@KosmosErwache]

I've never seen this man without a big smile on his face! :D

[@wesworach7441]

One of the most likeable characters in Music Business ! ... & what a guitar player as well ! One of the most melodic guitarists in Metal ...

[@RunOut1724]

I love Dave, he is my favorite guitarist and one of my biggest influences. I always wanted to meet him, he seems like such a humble guy.

[@jamiefox1045]

Maiden for Life, I was fortunate enough to catch a Dave Murray guitar pick in 13’ Up the Irons!

[@mr.musicmusetear7049]

Dave Murray still looks like he did when the number of the beast came out. 👌 Thank you Dave and Iron Maiden for all the years of great music. God only knows how much I've loved these guys over the years. Keep on Rocking Iron Maiden!

[@religion1014]

I love Dave Murray, I'm his number one fan since a kid. I wish I could meet you someday...

[@gregorylpetrie]

This guys sweet soul and love for what he does absolutely fills the room while he is on stage. Phenominal player!

[@shreddersteve2663]

He is such a true legend!

[@justinrudolf714]

These guys have always been about the music now, the party later. In order to do the type of shows these guys do, they almost have to be pure athletes. Which is awesome.

[@shawnstibbe1186]

Their party is the music, being out there on stage always putting on a great show and having the up most fun for each and every member us fans are the bands party

[@adolflenin4973]

I love May, Murray, and Jeff Beck. Rule Britannia

[@LeonCaveMusic]

the nicest guy in the world. Amazing guitar player but completely humble and down to earth. What a dude!

[@staciedziedzic9150]

I love this video! Dave Murray is talented and beautiful! I love his laugh and he puts a smile on my face! I love Iron Maiden!

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

He has a serious case of the cuties!

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

@Rita Lovett He's so charming and nice!

[@bariskaraca4940]

This is the cutest metal player alive

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

He is quite adorable.

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

@Rita Lovett His personality is the best! He's so nice!

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

@Imperium Europa Yes. I know a lot about his background. Dave chooses to be the way that he is. A lot of rock stars have rags to riches stories, but Dave is just different. As soon as he made enough money from Maiden, he bought his parents a house. He treats people with respect and has said that he knows he is lucky. With all of that, he admits to having to pay his dues for several years before he considered himself successful. Touring so much and for so long comes with a price. Dave loves playing live and he loves the fans. He decided at 15 that he was going to devote everything to playing guitar. He's living his dream, but still chooses to be gracious and humble. He's a very happy guy who also happens to be very wise. Bruce has said that the band goes to him for "wise counsel." He never has anything negative to say about anyone in interviews or documentaries. We all love him and know him as the heart and soul of Maiden. Rock on, Smilin' Dave! Irons up!

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

@Rita Lovett Yes. His dad has since passed away, but his mother still lives there. ♡

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

@Rita Lovett ☺

[@cyruscyberdogcyroi8178]

Dave is awesome, he is like a teddy bear and I can't believe I just said that...

[@liberatetutemeexinferis5902]

He's always smiling.

[@kevinmacdonald8667]

the incredible part of iron Maiden is that they incorporate huge stories into the music which take each one of us on a sonic journey, some more than others and we all have our favorites but the level of creativity bleeding from these guys is plainly unmatched even through today's rising musicians. I love these guys.

[@iadoredavey]

I ❤️ Davey

[@betorockmetal]

I wish I was as happy as he always is. Look at that big smile, he looks wonderful.

[@davem62290]

Dave you rule!! the metal lead gods list!! UP THE IRONS!!!

[@immortalscurds2177]

just a fantastically talented underrated guitarist.

[@pablo1079]

Loved Iron since middle school!!! Rock!!! And thanks David Murray for hanging in there and giving the people some great tunes!!

[@christschinwon]

my favourite musician in Maiden even the I'm a drummer! It's his style, personality & commitment. Just a superlative human being. Playing wise I've found probably a dozen youtube vids of guitarists doing an Adrian solo & coming really really close. When they do a Dave solo it's never got that powerful but smooth liquidity you get from the master!

[@fearedlegend]

very true.i've been a huge maiden fan forever and this guy is always smiling.such a quality person.such a phenomenal guitar player.maiden are allstars of music.unreal band allround!

[@dunipalupi1099]

I always adore Dave, he's a gentle soul❤️ bless him and his family

[@user-vn3xb4xc9v]

i love DAVE MURRAY,the best of the best,i'm the bigest fun in the world,IRON MAIDEN forever and ever,the bigest band in the whole world UP THE IRONS

[@Yugrox1]

He smiles with his eyes :)

[@infiniteandroid]

what a cool guy!........love his guitar work!

[@tiredoflife12]

Not only a great musician, but also an awesome guy in terms of personality!

[@TheCrimsonIdol987]

Dave Murray is one of, if not the biggest influence in my own guitar playing. I remember being 10 and I first heard his solo on Aces High and it completely changed my lead guitar playing from that moment. Up the Irons!!!!

[@jonesy2111]

Really like alot of his solos... he is definitely underrated and plays like lightening

[@avramwurf5804]

He overcame such big obstacles, God bless him. He is an inspiration.

[@MaxPayneIzRudog]

I just love listening to him, he has such a relaxed voice :D

[@cheyennecrnkovich9399]

This guy is awesome!!! I wish I could meet him and iron maiden!!!!

[@timeforthebigsleep]

One of the best guitarists alive today! He's so humble and he has a unique killer melodic lead style a one off!

[@mccausland72]

One of the most gracious, cool and talented guys ever to wander this big earth. What a diamond and what a musician. One of the main reasons I got into Maiden over 20 years ago was just watching this guy, let alone listen to him, on Live After Death god I wore out 3 copies of that VHS tape trying to see what his fingers were doing. I hope you do loads more stuff with Maiden and would love to hear a solo album maybe one day eh?!!! Perhaps something different I know you like your blues? DMC

[@MordorMelkor68]

Dave Murray and Adrian Smith= my favorite guitar players EVER!!

[@Robylazarus]

What a perfect Gent to the bone. Needless to say a great Guitar player. Thank you for sharing this. Warm regards from India. Roby.

[@husqvarnasfiu]

I love it smile guitarist Dave Murray 😊😉😁🤘

[@agusramadhan7092]

Guitarist with no haters!!!! #DaveRockMurray

[@drfeelgood7886]

Such a down to earth person.. Sad that he I underrated.. :'(

[@winje]

Underrated, how?

[@renzo4296]

Yeah Dave Murray is a phenomenal guitar player and Steve Harris said when Dave auditioned for maiden back when they were really young, Steve said he was blown away at how good he was after only playing 4-5 years, Dave Murray is so fluid when playing and so versatile, he can palm mute rhythms while Adrian rips leads then Adrian palm mutes rhythms and Dave rips leads, Dave and Adrian are my favorite guitarist and play so well together, their styles compliment one another. I finally got to see them in the Tacoma dome several years ago on the book of souls world tour and it was absolutely powerful and amazing. Couldn't believe I finally got to see them live. Phenomenal performance by every band member.

[@XoF3aRxHaT3DxTi]

One millions of like for this man, i love him :)

[@loserx69]

While not as technical as Adrian Smith, Dave has always been my favorite guitarist of the two! MAIDEN RULES!!!

[@TheDWAofficial]

Dave is amazing he trills so fluidly between notes its amazing sounds like butterfly's

[@troysmithfr]

Emotion > Technicality. You don't play an instrument, you play music.

[@Adennos]

I'd say it's the only way around, Dave is the most technical guitar player while Adrian is more into soulful solos. Actually if you listen to Adrian solos in slow mo, they sound bluesy and beautiful.

[@stitcha123]

ill agree. Dave is easily the most technically proficient.

[@Cheximus]

Lol if you play guitar you will know Dave's solos are 100x harder to play than Adrian's.

[@robertpadua4252]

A british god

[@lilstiffy]

Happy Birthday Dave !

[@msw812]

Just saw Iron Maiden lastnight in Nashville, TN and I must they performed with as much crazy energy and tightness as they did in the 80s. Running and jumping off of risers and in constant motion etc.. Bruce did not miss a note, highs or lows. Incredible must see live show!!

[@robertpadua6096]

God bless you Dave Murray. I love you.

[@jingtroc23]

Well said mate. Dave murray is a LEGEND. a really nice happy down to earth guy. no bravado, no gimmicks or image trends. he is an exceptional guitarist who plays solo's to what fits well with the kinda of music maiden write, and it is flawless. i am sure he could write solos that could put almost any other guitarist to shame. and i am a massive fan of kirk hammett, joe satriani, steve vai and more. does not care about showing off. and what he does in maiden is god like skill anyway.

[@armanpour335]

dave murray is my first guitar idol,when i first got to know maiden in 1988....

[@mrchavez815]

This man is a great reason why i like Iron Maiden...up the irons!

[@sarty23]

I LOVE HIM!

[@rolandoriot]

dave murray is a genius man his been one of the greatest guitarrist of the world i hope he never dies UP THE IRONS FROM MEXICO

[@robertparker481]

Unfortunately one day he's going to die but he will live on forever until civilization dies

[@rhondakiblinger7339]

True musician and gentlemen.

[@shawnstibbe1186]

My all time idol ❤️

[@nomadnomad666999]

I have never seen such a long interview with the great Dave Murray!

[@vegardertilbake1]

just love this guy. maiden started my music carrier, and that was about 10 years ago and dave is still one of my favourite guitarists!

[@sea_of_madness667]

I absolutely adore Davey, he is a great guitar player and he is one of my biggest influences as a guitar player along with H and Jan, he is an amazing guy, I love he is always smiling, I think he has never been upset in his life, and I also love his humbleness, his playing style is so unique, he is a legato God, and even though he writes a song very rarely, every song he has contributed is fantastic, songs such as Still Life, Deja-Vu, The Prophecy, Judas Be My Guide, The Reincarnation of Benjamin Breeg, The Thin Line Between Love and Hate and some other great songs. Davey rules, he is great and I absolutely admire him, he is a God!! UP THE IRONS!!

[@Synyster76Games]

Dave is the Best!!!

[@RScott413]

This guy is one of if not my favorite of all time.

[@MegaPossesed]

my inspiration for guitar playing!!!

[@barry3045]

i was at this show in Montreal. Great time. Dio and Motorhead opened.

[@dapperdanman1956]

This is one of the hardest working bands, smart with there money.there live shows is where themoney is, record company takes all but change.but live!that's the bands.Dave and Adrian work the licks out, with complete precision and j gers.

[@craigmartin221]

dave murray is the greatest member of iron maiden. there from the start, his guitar paying skils are what made the band. such a great man, and humble.

[@GeorgeAllynBrenneman]

Love this man!!

[@shredder1390]

one of the most underated guitarists ever i think he and maiden are awesome, saw them live last week hope they keep going for a while yet!!

[@tgrules565]

it will take a lot to knock the smile off his face

[@iadoredavey]

So damn cute

[@lylesommers5018]

I Love Dave, hes such a nice humble dude, definitely my favourite member of maiden.

[@GrimsterIron666]

Dave"babyface"Murray ! rules

[@arvisfletcher962]

He is the most down to earth guy iron maiden is always great

[@TheSurferblonde]

aahh my davey!! up the bloody irons!! love them so much! and really love his lisp!!

[@mx472000]

Had a chance to meet him back in 1995. We talked for about a good half an hour... I can tell you that he is the most down to earth guy I've ever met. He is also very humble and he was generous enough to sign my guitar, which is now framed and hanging in my office.

[@eziuccio67]

Thank you Dave

[@Marcoshary]

Great guy! Great interview!

[@joaosilvajo8362]

fico feliz de ver minha primeira grande influência na música e ídolo dave murray tão bem. que ele continue inspirando muitos guitarristas por meio de seus solos mais que virtuosos e emocionantes !!!!

[@ThePiima]

Awesome guy! Always smile on his face.

[@lisascarrott6142]

i cant believe this was filmed 14 years ago dave hasnt changed nor looks older he looks amazing now and back then dave please tell me your secret of young looking you not aged at all ❤❤

[@DRSA5702]

Dave really was my first Guitar-"God", when i started playing. His fast and improvisional bluesy style is unique. Thanks for sharing !!!!

[@RScott413]

Totally underrated for so long. Never tried to gain attention over the others, out of the 11 times I watched them I saw one guitar solo by Murray and I think it was to burn some time while something else was being repaired

[@amoruzz]

Both Davey and EVH always seem to have a SMILE on their faces. Waay kool!

[@radiomorph]

I wouldn't complain about the interviewer. The answers weigh more than the questions and Dave seems very happy and enthusiastic. Good stuff.

[@IainFrame]

Dave seems such a nice guy

[@gene27mx]

Listen to the Master!!! Dave Murray!!!

[@SMOTH1289]

Legend, one of the reasons I learned the Guitar. Up the Irons!

[@ankushshetty]

Man such a class!!! Can't believe he was skinhead once.

[@rickyraven3734]

Dave? Skinhead? wtf?

[@ColtraneTaylor]

Yes.

[@Antarath]

He was 14 when he joined that skinhead clan, but oh, well he grew up like most people.

[@ankushshetty]

Absolutely. Dave is the last person I would expect any violence. 😀

[@eerokarhunen]

1970's skinhead were very different from nowadays neo-nazi skinheads. Old school skinheads were just working men, who watched football and listened to ska and reggae. Of course they were also violence but it was very different from modern day skinheads.

[@ekissh]

I FUCKING LOVE DAYE MURRAY i want to meet him he is the best guitar player EVER

[@davidmohr1920]

You guys are amazing I just learnt 2 minutes to midnite on guitar it is a hard song to do to write such a song and to put such deep lyrics is an art that few bands can do and Maiden is the Master of it :-)

[@metalEric69]

He puts the 'el in melody !!!

[@mikepineda4713]

Thanks to this king of guitars i took the guitar like my love to guitar

[@bathory76]

Aguante Dave!!!! saludos desde Argentina!!!