IRON MAIDEN - FEAR OF THE DARK | REACTION

[@drowssapma]

Cool fact: They replaced one of their guitarist during their career when he left. When the original guitarist wanted to come back, they didn't kick out his replacement, they just incorporated 3 guitarists in the band. Super classy move.

[@Mind-your-own-beeswax]

drowssapma Adrian should never have left but glad he's back with them

[@ZERO126PS2]

Didn't knew about that. That speaks a lot about them.

[@guslakis]

Thickens up their live sound, too.

[@xXPyrophorusXx]

Adrian was always a good friend of Bruce's when he left so did Adrian, and formed ASAP, before both returned 2 albums later.

[@saschaschneider6355]

@@xXPyrophorusXx And the songs they created for Bruce's solo albums are damn great. The stuff they put out was far ahead of what Maiden created in parallel

[@timprice5747]

There is a reason why Maiden has been one of the biggest live bands in the world for 4 plus decades. I first saw them 35 years ago and was blown away, saw them again 2 months ago and was blown away again (with several times in between). They never had radio play (they were not safe enough for radio), but they have filled stadiums for decades. Up the Irons!

[@keithgraham8588]

idk where you are from but they play a lot of Maiden songs on my local stations. Saying they never had radio play is just straight up not true.

[@timprice5747]

Like many older metal bands Iron Maiden is now played on radio, but were not played back when their songs were new. Occasionally Run to the Hills would get on, but even that was rare.

[@thomastaylor9579]

Tim .awesome story.i just posted basically the same story.i was 15 when i first saw them.show was so good me and my stoner bros.went back the next night and bought scalper tickets.i missed them last month when they were in cali. but i got cancer and couldn't go but my buddies did and said they haven't missed a beat..."UP THE IRONS"

[@damot1051]

@@keithgraham8588 I think what he means to say in the early days (in the 1980's) they didn't get any radio play the help spread their music. They did it by performing live and purely through touring.

[@OneCraZyWhoDat]

First time I saw them live was during Somewhere in Time tour. I was 13. 46 now.

[@Noricavus]

Lead singer is also a pilot that flies the crew/band to their concerts.

[@jonsouth1545]

he is also a world class fencer and has trained several Olympic teams and owns a fencing equipment supply shop he is also a successful author and has created his own beer

[@Noricavus]

Yeah, he's crazy talented. A real life renaissance man.

[@dalejenkinson5381]

and has his commercial pilots license as well

[@gabeackerman4964]

And a tongue cancer survivor

[@nargarothobertta663]

Amazing Bruce... indeed

[@scottw0028]

The crowd singing along with guitars never gets old

[@bladestormviking]

"rock in rio" is essentially holy communion at the first church of Iron Maiden. the people in south america are 100% catholic, but 150% MAIDEN

[@guslakis]

bladestormviking , comment of the day!!

[@dontbescaredhomie3137]

hock in hio as Brazilians would say.

[@JPindanga]

yes we are bro!!!! ty

[@insomanic778]

I'm brazillian and i can agree with this "people in south america are 100% catholic, but 150% MAIDEN" #UptheIrons

[@digbyinthedoghouse7455]

If Rock in Rio is holy communion, then Live After Death is baptism.

[@ClarkPesto]

South American metalheads are on a whole other level.

[@JPindanga]

yes we are man! greetings from São Paulo!

[@jdog7797]

*'If you like METAL your my friend!'* *\,,/👹\,,/*

[@dieselsk8]

Hello from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil!

[@LucasSouzaCanal]

Yes we are... Greetings from Brasilia.

[@timlee7038]

my metal people to the south. greetings from Los Angeles!

[@jimwells768]

That concert rock in Rio is one of the best concerts of all time. I'm a huge Iron Maiden fan and that concert moves me literally 👍💯..250,000 people

[@sugoruyo]

It's insane, that number of people is like a small city...

[@renatojunior3792]

Totally agree. It's insane and I was there.

[@nameless_channel5070]

i actually read it was 350,000 people Edit: sorry it was Rock in Rio 1985 and it was 300,000

[@jimwells768]

@@nameless_channel5070 whatever the amount of people, it was an amazing concert, probably the best concert in history in my opinion

[@nameless_channel5070]

Jim Wells Yes i totally agree, that concert made me a fan for life. i’ve watched it over and over since i was a child, i am 27 now and every time i watch it it’s like i’m watching it for the first time. amazing concert the best ever.

[@JennRighter]

I'm sure someone has said it, but Bruce is an enigma. A fencer, a pilot, but known to most as one of the greatest metal singers of all time. I love metal, but I also love Celine Dion, Hank Williams and Usher. I just love a good vocalist. Bruce is truly one of the best live vocalists of modern time. He is up there with Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson, Maynard and Roy Orbison. He is just operatic and wonderful.

[@kj320175]

Your face at 1:20 When you thought it was about to kick but it went softer, I laughed so hard. Rime of the ancient mariner- Iron Maiden

[@robertcurran170]

It was that Different Strokes - Wattcha talkin about Willis? face

[@maudglazbrooke1287]

What you can't beat is standing at floor level hearing the entire crowd sing along with a guitar solo. In key.

[@robin5973]

I love that Jamel appreciates metal not to mention all kinds of other music. He's funny and takes the time to really think about what he's actually hearing and feeling. I was at a Chili Peppers concert and one black beauty in front of me was just thrashing her braids all over the place. I was like, "You go lady!" It was just nice seeing her there with a predominantly white crowd. Music crosses all barriers and brings people together. Black, white, brown, Asian. We need to learn from this.

[@jgappy5643]

Brilliantly said!👍

[@swamprabbit66]

I got to see them live about 3 months or so ago. UN-BELIEVEABLE!! For most of the show I was just standing there with my jaw on the floor. The crowd energy also effects the music. If you ever get a chance to see Iron Maiden live....JUST GO!! You will be a part of a historic lineage of Heavy Metal

[@blackbaccarat1672]

I love this live. How everyone sings to the melody of the song. Omg ❤️❤️❤️

[@Conniesthis]

I just saw Iron Maiden this past July 22nd in Charlotte NC. The concert was amazing. Bruce Dickinson is an awesome singer. Thanks for doing this reaction.

[@donkarnage6032]

I saw them in Charlotte too. Hell of a concert. It was my 2nd time seeing them.

[@ZepG]

I saw them in Philadelphia this year and they kicked my ass!

[@johnglue1744]

They were amazing on this tour, I saw them here in Atlanta and all I can say is wow.

[@SteveKaynan]

By far my favorite singer!!

[@chrisfarley6299]

I saw them in Toronto in aug of this year was so fucking good

[@Hernanw500]

I have seen three times in concert, in Colombia. Iron Maiden are the best.

[@williamjamesayers7719]

48 years old and this is one of many bands i missed when i was younger. They are definitely on my bucket list to see.

[@insertenombregenerico9776]

react to Iron maiden - the clansman (rock in rio)

[@matthansen758]

YEES!!! Such an underrated song and when it's live by Bruce it's just an anthem! Glad to see so many likes on this comment cause it's usually other songs that's requested higher so I'm on board with this one!

[@Mind-your-own-beeswax]

Epic song

[@user-od2zk5be7t]

The best song,in my opinion.

[@hawfcut2394]

Alba Gu Brath

[@mikek6998]

Thinking same thing --- its a song that is best live

[@scottclark7309]

These bands from the 70s & 80s were smoking hot!!! They don't have concerts like that these days. The fans of bands like queen and iron maiden were so loyal to these bands it hard to believe. We new all the words to all there songs and when we were at there concert participation with the band was what we did. The fans really did go out of there minds. The fans were crazy and drove these bands performance to a level crazier than crazy. It was unbelievable to be a part of these band and there concerts. RIP FREDDIE WE MISS YOU!!!

[@katenone5562]

I have been to a lot of different shows the past 25+ years of my concert-going years and although I have loved most shows by various artists, I will say that Iron Maiden and Pearl Jam shows are an experience unique to them- both have a crowd involvement, band interaction and there is pure joy. If you get a chance to go see either band, take it, you will not be disappointed and you will meet a lot of great people from all over the world at each show.

[@SergioSBloch]

Iron Maiden... one of the hardest working bands ever! They are a true touring - live band. They give their fans 110% every show - every night. I have been fortunate to see them live 5 times between 1984 when I was 13 and 3 months ago - and have been blown away each time . Fan for life.. Up the Irons bother!

[@jimwells768]

Saw this band for the first time in 1982 and you're right, they are amazing live I've seen them 9 times amazing 👍👍👍

[@scope81]

Best metal band, if not the best band PERIOD in the world. Their concerts are really something else; I've been to a lot of metal concerts, but the energy at a Maiden concert is at a whole different level. I've never seen such incredible crowd participation at any other show. If you ever get the chance to see them before they're too old to play, I highly, HIGHLY recommend it. You'd be surprised how friendly and welcoming the metal community is to new members. If you showed up to a metal concert and told people you were new to the scene and it was your first concert, you'd instantly be welcomed into the family. I mentioned this on your Hallowed reaction, but you absolutely need to check out "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" from Maiden's live Flight 666 DVD. It's like a 14 minute song, but it's their masterpiece. Easily their best live performance if you ask me.

[@anacrobat89]

Totally agree on "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" from Flight 555 DVD being absolutely epic!

[@Mind-your-own-beeswax]

I've never been into metal at all. 55 now and was listening to Spotify daily mix while busy in the house. This track came on which was very slow to begin with and I nearly stopped it but let it ride. Since that track I listen to Maiden every day

[@killermonjero]

South American metal crowds are the best. And Brazilian crowds might be the best of those.

[@guslakis]

killermonjero , Latin/South American rock crowds seem incredibly intense!

[@holden5478]

I wish I had seen The Beast tour in Rio. That would have been awesome. I finally got to see Iron Maiden live in Nashville for the Son of the Beast tour. It was the best damn show ever.

[@LucasSouzaCanal]

Totally agree.

[@JPindanga]

Yes we are. Up the Irons from Sao Paulo City!

[@claudioferraro1652]

Even the guys from Chile and Argentina. I'm italian and i can say i've never see nothing like that. You guys rule.

[@andreo.7633]

This performance truly was a masterfull performance. Nice to see it again after soo many years its fresh.

[@zevongrie1402]

I’ve been lucky enough to see Maiden live several times here in the US but I would jump at the chance to go to see them in Rio and be in this middle of this crowd. That would be a whole new experience.

[@davidfuhr5455]

You have to hear "Run to the hills" "Number of the beast" and "wasted years"(I would recommend a lyric video of wasted years seriously deep lyrics)

[@edwingionzago]

one of the best ever and they are kings live!!!

[@trondbraadland813]

My best live experience by far was Iron Maiden at Nya Ullevi in Gothenburg June 2016, 70.000 crowd and a killer show!!! Absolutely blew me away!! I’ve been to Metallica, ACDC, KIZZ, Chilli Peppers and more, but they can’t compare to Maiden live! Their showmanship is just amazing, and the way Bruce Dickinson interacts with the crowd...goosebumps just thinking about it😎

[@Bruno-im9of]

Mine was Dissection live in Sao Paulo in 2005. 😂

[@Maagnus]

When I was I child in the early 80ds It changed my life I have seen them live over 20 times and every show has been Amazing.

[@thomastaylor9579]

saw my first maiden concert in 85' in Los Angeles California .i was 15 and it was the powerslave tour .the show was so awesome we went back the next night and bought scalper tickets.im 51 now and still listen to maiden..."UP THE IRONS"

[@porfiriodev]

Saw 'em on RiR 2019 on october 4. It was just the best moment of my entire life! What and amazing show. I will for sure remember that day for the rest of my life!!!!1

[@mrkniffelpin1853]

In the 70’s, when i was a teen, i found the iron maiden fans to be intense. I never met a 50% fan, only 150% fans.

[@JB-xh5mc]

This made my night. Thank you Jamel. More Maiden is always a good thing. Always. Love it.

[@nem447]

While listening to this song I got caught somewhere in time, fell into a temporary cosmic rift and was sucked into a parallel universe, only to emerge back on earth for me to realize that, I'm not a number but a free man and I can live my life how I want to!

[@bazzingabomb]

all that energy andf they are in their 60s just shows greatness dosnt age....up the irons

[@paulolson8529]

Seeing most Metal bands live first then find the studio verion. The energy is just amazing and they sometimes add lyrics and solos that are amazing.....

[@jeremyholden7110]

No one has crowd control Like maiden. Seen them live. It changed my life. Best time in my life.

[@ricardocanales4029]

Alexander the great bro!!!!

[@ricardocanales4029]

Im watching you're Spirit of radio reaction right now but I saw you're like, thank you man!

[@markhartranft6228]

I second this one

[@ThomasEJensen_TEJ]

First number i ever heard with Iron Maiden was "woman in uniform" way back in the day. Different singer and drummer back then. but it's all good. i have never stopped listening to their music. And i never will.

[@psykodad7494]

Watching Maiden live will be one of your most exciting experience of your life for sure

[@jimmyjames8611]

What cracks me up most about your videos, is that these were the conversations my friends had when we were kids watching these bands. Thanks man, thanks.

[@JC_R8MEOW]

There is a documentary film called Global Metal where they play this song in India for the first time, and the look on Bruce's face as tens of thousands sing the intro is PRICELESS. The entire doc is worth watching, really, as it shines a light on how international metal truly has become. Peace.

[@rascalmatt6713]

Getting old sucks. This music brings out an energy level inside of me that i thought i had lost forever. It's fucking GREAT !! Iron Maiden is a MUST LIVE.

[@reddevilunited77]

The crowds get so into this song! Love Maiden!

[@pammeeker6443]

I’m disabled, my neck has it’s own mind when I can walk or move and you give me such happiness! Thank you ☺️

[@RagnarokMic]

Gotta love the old school, no autotune with Dickinson, man just sings the roof off the building every damn time with nothing but his born talent.

[@nathanhaynes8489]

Bruce Dickinson has the best voice in heavy metal. Probably the greatest range vocally also.

[@neilgilbert4490]

Very true he is sick

[@onelove101unity]

@@neilgilbert4490 Pretty sure he beat his cancer ;)

[@BIGHORSE20]

i love Bruce but i'm going to have to put Ronnie James up there with him..

[@xXPyrophorusXx]

I think Halford has a better range myself.

[@umbradens6129]

probably should put an arguably the best as Dio and halfords fans will disagree. will save you some arguments. (Dio wins for me)

[@awesomesauce1715]

Saw them in dallas on their last 2 concerts here the book of souls and leagacy of the beast they were amazing love maiden

[@MissyM68]

My first Iron Maiden concert story: I was 16. Back in the early 80's, in order to get good seats for concerts, we camped out all night by the record store, in line on the pavement with a lot of other people. Winter in Chicago, so everyone had layers of clothes & coats, sleeping bags, at least one had a boom box, and plenty of weed & alcohol. Anyway, the concert (stadium) sold out super fast, we got tickets, but not the best. They added another show, so we camped out again. Those two nights of Iron Maiden concerts were AMAZING! Totally worth freezing outside the record store twice!

[@ZombieJesus1987]

I saw Iron Maiden twice live, in 2008 on the Somewhere Back in Time tour and again last year. They played this song for both of them and it's amazing. for a band that's been around since the 70s they're still AMAZING live.

[@ano5339]

The band opened my eyes to metal! I've seen them 10 times all over the world and I don't regret on plane ticket or trip!

[@michellevoorhees4899]

Going to an Iron Maiden concert in South America has always been on my bucket list however, after this quarantine is over they will be the first concert I go to.

[@spartangreek9245]

Wow that guy , is Sweating, Pure Live .🎶🎸🎶🎸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@RyanWehr]

This may be one fo this best concerts ever preformed. EVER!!!!

[@matheusmurilo4427]

I got goosebumps every single time

[@anthonychurch726]

The chanting from the audience made this even better than the studio version imo.

[@tifosinh]

The best live rock/metal act in history, hands down. Maiden is probably one of the most influential and universally cited and acknowledged bands, (by other bands) in metal history, and they did it with no radio air play, no MTV, hardly any media recognition or any awards. They did it by touring, touring, touring and putting on the best live shows possible, night after night. By doing so, they've built probably one of the biggest fan bases of any act in the world. You can go to any country on planet Earth and find people of all ages, sexes and ethnicity wearing Maiden t-shirts. They are *the* case study in how to build a world recognized brand from the grass roots.

[@blueeyes1110]

Lead singer Bruce Dickinson is 61 yrs old and at the time of this concert in January 2001 he was 42 running around like a madman which he still does today one of the best live bands ever

[@williamjamesayers7719]

That chant at the beginning is so damned tribal. I loved this performance.

[@markshackleford2982]

Iron Maiden have always been known for great live performances

[@johnsalois2284]

Was lucky to see them this summer. For a bunch of guys 50+ in age they still have the energy of 20 year olds. Plus they sound just as good as they did in the 80’s. If you ever have a chance to see them live I truly recommend it.

[@di862]

Rock in rio Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷❤❤❤!!! The best Iron maiden

[@marisacuesta-fuente7061]

I saw them live back in 2003. I left the arena deaf, mute and with the biggest high of my whole life.

[@BlackRoseImmortal]

Mexico and South American crowds are just so awesome. This coming from a United States person, but I can admit the truth.

[@castoff231]

Every single guy in this band is a master of what they do. This is one of the most talented all around bands to ever exist. And they are incredible live. Plus Rio crowds make everything better

[@franohmsford7548]

One of the best if not the best Live Version of any song EVER! I'd take this over the studio version any day!

[@sharper58]

The energy levels of the fans ALWAYS get high like that when Maiden perform FotD, it's a fan favourite and you just saw why.

[@eldrain88]

i’ve heard this song 10000 times. still got the goosebumps

[@monty11bravo]

I was 14 years old when I saw them for three first time. I am 47 years old, they are still in my playlist. They held places on my playlist when I was deployed multiple times. They ate not just amazing in their sonic beauty but Bruce Dickinson and the band are true showman. It is amazing. Keep doing your think.

[@gabeackerman4964]

One of the best live bands you will EVER see. I've had the pleasure of seeing them a half dozen times since 88. They are definitely a band worth seeing if you ever get the chance. There's talk of Iron Maiden touring soon with Judas Priest. God I hope that happens. My favorite Iron Maiden song is "Can I Play With Madness ". This is another band that you can dive down that rabbit hole lol. P.S....Wait till you see Eddie lmao...

[@pammeeker6443]

By the time I was 16 I probably saw at least 50 bands because it was affordable and that was our thing!! Memories that I love ❤️

[@citizenbrain8065]

Iron Maiden consistently has the best live recordings. The crowds give me chills every time.

[@jeffcohnphoto]

During time off from Iron Maiden, the drummer Nicko is in an Iron Maiden cover band... can you imagine loving your job that much???

[@brijor6ff7]

Just look at that crowd. WOW!

[@Orxbane]

I like to think I am a Maiden fan, but then watch them live in Brazil and bow down to true fans.

[@fadetoblack1026]

The fact that Maiden has been around for forty years and can STILL draw crowds like that is a testament to how amazing they are.

[@zevongrie1402]

The thing I love about this live version (filmed in Brazil I think) is that the entire audience is singing along, even to the instrumental parts. I wish the audiences here had that kind of enthusiasm at their shows. And they are phenomenal live. I have seen them multiple times and in addition to being really great musicians they bring so much energy, especially Bruce.

[@anjledube7026]

Fear of the Dark is the ninth studio album released by English heavy metal band Iron Maiden. Released on 11 May 1992, it was their third studio release to top the UK albums chart and the last to feature Bruce Dickinson ... Released: 11 May 1992

[@willmontano5281]

This is my favorite concert from them. If u haven't, watch the whole concert. They never stop moving and the music is always perfect

[@danielmcqueen1024]

Yeah us Rockers are crazy for our Metal Bands and Iron Maiden I've seen a dozen times over 30+ years and they just get better with time!

[@ratpackrebel3324]

Great point about studio vs live. Maiden live is always a real experience! It doesn't hurt that they sound amazing live as well lol

[@nnubb]

I love watching this guy react to the music I've been listening to all my life. I wish I could have that first experience again.

[@johppergoncalves1989]

Sincerely? we Brazilian fans are the best.

[@kurtisp4194]

Have been to a few concerts in my time. And Iron Maiden are high energy the whole concert. Would definitely see them again if the opportunity was there.

[@PeartEnvy2112]

You seriously need to go see them play live while they're still touring. They are unbelievable live and worth every penny of the ticket price.

[@TheDarthHobbes]

What makes this song even better live is when the fans add the backing vocals that give it that little something extra that puts it over the top! Maiden is so awesome and is easily the greatest band of all time in my book!

[@TheZasu123]

You got it exactly right in the beginning Iron Maiden is EXTREMELY theatrical that is one of the reason why they are so badass! They put so much effort into their storytelling, artwork in the album covers and their live performances(+they are obviously just extremely talented) they truly are, one of the greatest bands of all time!! I recommend you check out Aces High it's about an British RAF pilot in the 1940 Battle of Britain where they fought nazis in the air with spitfire airplanes. + i also would say to listen to the music video version because there is a great speech by Winston Churchill in the beginning!

[@blueeyes1110]

thank you for doing my favorite Maiden song which is my all time fav song

[@Pavlos_Charalambous]

That song almost two decades ago made me a metalhead UP the IRONS!!

[@xirknight]

Haha gettin ready for work and caught your vid. Your infectious attitude and Iron Maiden made my night!

[@Gibsonsg527]

Iron Maiden is fantastic Live

[@eqgilethan]

I believe in an interview, Bruce said Steve Harris, their bassist, is afraid of the dark so he wrote a song about it. Such a silly little concept that this band turned into an EPIC song! The recorded version is great, but thank you so much for reacting to this particular live version. It blows the original recording away.

[@lastwolflord]

Iron Maiden is a great band. And they also have the coolest band mascot ever.

[@therocknrollmillennial535]

1:37 is what we in the business call "predicting your future."

[@jamelakajamal]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@danwest9900]

Cool story: I saw Maiden along with Queensryche and Fight (Rob Halford) in 2000 in California. Maiden opened with the new songs that some fans were not familiar with. Booing began and talking because people didn't recognize the new songs like they did the old songs. Bruce was not having it. He addressed the audience about the issue for a good two to three minutes. In a nutshell his point was: We are a band that has been playing music for over twenty years. We like to make new music over the span of our career. If you expect us to come here and only play the old stuff because it's the only thing you like then tough shit! We're going to keep making new music, expanding our horizons, and deliver kick ass shows for people who come. He ended by saying come on and make some noise and let's all have a great time. He handled the situation with pure class and confidence, and the audience didn't make one bad noise after that. Bruce was firm but respectful, the audience got in line, and it was an awesome show!

[@KK-ex5zu]

@Jamel_AKA_Jamal I've seen Iron Maiden Live 4 times in my life once in NC I forget the city it was either Charlotte, Raleigh, or Greensboro and 3 times outside of Washington DC. This band is unforgettable once you see them in person! Goosebumps man goosebumps! This video comes from the Iron Maiden: Live in Rio DVD. I tell you I've seen Maiden play all over the world (on video of course) and the Central and South American fans are the most jacked up when they attended a concert. Not only do they sing back the lyrics in English, they sing the guitar parts as well. Thanks for another great REACTION video, I recommended you seek out the Maiden documentary Iron Maiden: Flight 666! They do like a 45 day world tour in which they custom design a 747 commercial jet plane in which the lead singer flies the plane all over the world. Its crazy to think Bruce Dickinson flies a 747 jet to a city they're doing a show at and then after the show he gets in the cockpit of the plane and then flies the band 3 to 4 thousands of miles away to the next city!

[@jimwells768]

Now you can see there's 3 guitar players on this video. Janick gears has been in band for a while now, it's amazing 3 guitar players👍👍

[@brettjohnson9264]

I saw them over the summer and it was amazing, they’re still this good if not better

[@chadcassidy1580]

Iron Maiden - Rime of the Ancient Mariner!

[@JackieMartin1974]

Maiden live is a religious experience. I've been to over 50 of their shows and it is always amazing. Seeing them in NZ next year.