Iron Maiden "Fear of the Dark" Vocal Analysis | where the heck does he get the energy?!

Today's video is a vocal analysis of Iron Maiden's "Fear of the Dark". I honestly don't know where Bruce pulls the energy from because this song packs a performance punch and still requires a lot of him vocally.
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[@James_Russell]

My sophomore year in high school, my English teacher borrowed my Powerslave cassette tape for her classes to study “Rime of the Ancient Mariner”. We need more teachers like this!

[@metalmark1214]

For my HS senior year British Lit class we read the poem and my teacher let me bring in the song and play it for class. She was really getting into it. Such a cool teacher.

[@gwaptiva]

We obviously need to pay teachers better so they can afford their own records! (edit: but to be clear: that album was part of the reason I went to study English Lit; oh the regret is real)

[@James_Russell]

@@gwaptiva Coming from the husband of a current teacher, I can completely agree with that statement 100%! She deserves much more than she is compensated. I would imagine there are many more that were led to English lit because of that album.

[@opticFPV]

I'm younger than you, so I made my English teacher look it up on KZbin during class back in my sophomore year in 2010 or so lol. She loved it

[@James_Russell]

@@opticFPV You are about the same age as my oldest daughter. I took her to her first Maiden concert back in October, along with my youngest.. Maiden gained two new fans that night.

[@cdgee6399]

I'm old ... original Metal head. I've seen Maiden live SO many times! I have NEVER heard Bruce sound any different. He is the most consistent vocalist I've ever witnessed. And THE BEST front man you can imagine! Perfection.

[@lordicedewd4375]

Singing along in a crowd like this is a chilling ... energising experience ... brought tears to my eyes ... saw them 2 times at Graspop in Belgium. The main rule for the crowd of Iron Maiden: you are part of the band, so sing

[@TheSlain1969]

Also let’s not forget, Bruce is becoming 65 this year and recovered from a cancerous tumor at the back of his tongue (2015) making a full recovery after 7 weeks of chemotherapy .. The stamina and energy he still can produce to this day, is fenomenal, and many metal vocalists can learn a thing or 2 from this man! 🤘🏼🤪🤘🏼 Up the Irons ❤

[@psibert]

Bruce's work out programme? He's always kept fit. He was a top 10 Great Britain foil fencer in the late 1980s and competed in the Commonwealth Vetrans Champs last summer. How do I know? The bastard knocked me out! 🤣🤣🤣 First time we'd fenced since 1989. And I won that one 😉

[@fubar1217]

My two favorite parts of this performance are the crowd participation with them singing a lot of the melodies and Bruce riding the camera trolley. Lol

[@edwardmunoz7853]

That's fkn badass riding the trolley while singing 🤘

[@vjimenezgolf]

They have over 120 songs this good, the greatest band ever, they never disapoint, hope you do them more regularly. Great video

[@muusihuusi]

Seen them twice, and going to see them again next year. Their show is like modern opera; Great music and composition, stories they tells and on live they can arrange songs to create complete act or songs wrap around theme, and then the setup and the performance. It is like full show of everything i love. And the feeling you get when you are among the others who love them as much as you. So incredible band.

[@mikepetrucha2774]

Bruce was asked in an interview "Is singing physical?" He answered "It is the way I do it."

[@biglew1161]

I don't know if he studied theater or not but he has also said that he makes big movements so that people in the back can see him moving and get a part of the show.

[@bigredrocks2521]

@@biglew1161 Yep, he did study theatre during his educational years. It's why he performs the way he does. 😉

[@mikepetrucha2774]

@@biglew1161 I remember seeing that interview.

[@PhilipChilvers]

Singing IS very physical I could give you links to two examples of singers singing songs from musicals standing relatively static onstage who put so much effort into the final note they are literally left gasping for air!

[@michaelmay5453]

Yeah, no shit, that man was jumping around, running around and didn't ever sound breathy in his singing even at the 13'th song. I have been to so many Maiden concerts and while he's not got the same voice these days, I still fucking love it.

[@tonyjames9016]

They are magical… I am almost 50 and they have been my fav since 12. It’s not music… it’s an experience. Thank you so much for you smile when you heard them…. It said it all. Thank you for this.

[@scottbourret1190]

The documentary Iron Maiden made for this tour is a great watch. The South/Central American leg of the tour gives you chills listening to crowd engage with Bruce. I wish I could have seen them tour in their prime. Bruce is an incredible showman and his vocal style is all his own. I can't remember if I've ever seen an interview where they talk specifically talk about his signing background and how he uses that to develop these sounds into the epics they are.

[@robinbarwick8473]

Iron Maiden have always been in their prime...

[@obbekjaer]

Being in an Iron Maiden crowd is always a great experience but South/Central American fans just seem to be completely off the hook. The dedication these people throw in the mix at rock/metal concerts is mind blowing.

[@davidward2651]

They still sound great, definitely check them out if you can

[@Langenschwerte]

Bruce is an avid fencer, amongst other physical activities, which is in part how he stays in shape and maintains his stamina! You can see it in the springiness of his steps, he definitely has a fencers footwork in his structure!.

[@LalondeJonathan]

Bruce Dickinson has to be one of the best singers of all times, all genres included.

[@marcbaur677]

Metall Singers are allways underrated, no matter iif male or female..

[@michaelkruska6097]

The big three are: Bruce Dickinson, Rob Halford and of course Ronnie James Dio

[@harlanmonk569]

Adding another three: Mike Patton,Devin Townsend and Mikado Akerfeldt.

[@PhilipChilvers]

Bruce Dickinson is great as a heavy metal vocalist with a Shure SM58 GLXD BetaA handset microphone in his hand being amplified through several kilowatts of amplification and a sound engineer mixing the sound (Even I've done that with a professional live band!). The sound here is recorded during the live event and then mixed in a recording studio afterwards. But he would be lost trying to project his voice while singing the aria "Recondita Armonia" from Giacomo Puccini's opera "Tosca" over an orchestra into the 2,256 seat auditorium of the Royal Opera House in London (I took lessons from a member of the Scottish opera chorus for 2 years and pretty much know this aria back to front and inside out and I'm not stupid enough to try that because the largest theatre I have sung unamplified in had a capacity of around 1,100 seats. This is Jonas Kaufmann singing at The Royal Opera House (He probably has a small discrete microphone in his hair to pick up his voice for the TV broadcast.): kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqWwp4FuZauKmZI Bruce probably doesn't record Iron Maiden's albums while standing in the middle of a full orchestra with the microphone that is recording his vocals several feet in front of him! This is Jonas Kaufmann recording the famous aria "Nessun Dorma" from Giacomo Puccini's final opera "Turandot" (I know this aria as well and the high B4 followed by the high A4 at the end takes concentration and a lot of energy after you've sung everything before them!): kzbin.info/www/bejne/rn-Qe3aagpmiqJI For Your Information: It takes at least 5 years of training to sing as well as this and that only happens if you're accepted into an academy, conservatoire or school of music!

[@michaelkruska6097]

@@PhilipChilvers try to listen to him performing in Canterbury cathedral (unamplified) with Ian Anderson. It might change your opinion 😏

[@alancarter41]

Maiden never fails to amaze and entertain. From the awesome lyrics to Bruce's power and delivery to the riffs, every song is an experience in excellence. Great reaction and keep rocking.

[@TheCorpsehatch]

This version is so incredible. 250K people in the crowd during this performance.

[@aftermath1uk]

I have been to 7 Iron Maiden concerts so far and they are without fault the best live band I have seen , I’m 63 year’s old and I’ve seen a lot of great bands live. Maiden will always be my top choice.

[@MooreCEJr]

Great reaction Julia... couldn't have picked one of the better bands for this style. Kudos. Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Rodney James Dio, Judas Priest are all bands that have experienced this type of intensity and showmanship in a concert performance.

[@maximilian_ggdas]

Sometimes I kind of forget how incredibly awesome Iron Maiden is because they have been around for so long. Their live shows are amazing because obviously they have their music down to a T, but more because they really seem to LOVE to play it and LOVE it when the audience is along for the ride. Not flashy at all. Just great music and energy. It's such a fun experience.

[@YghorFelletti]

About the crowd....Brazil, honey, we put our hearts in the shows.

[@Almcingrid3663]

My first concert 1983! Steve Harris (bassist) writes most of the songs. He is a master at it and Bruce delivers it great!

[@Prophet776]

If you want to see energy and physicality, check out Iron Maiden - THE TROOPER (Live), it's arguably one of their most iconic songs, and Bruce runs all over the place waving the flag, usually dressed in the red coat. The list of their good songs is almost endless, but I really feel like you'd enjoy The Trooper and it is a great example of the band. You'll like the catchy riffs and melody in that too. Also, Bruce still has it, but I'd love to see you do a review of them live when Bruce was younger.

[@gordjones1765]

Always a pleasure to watch your smiling eyes in these fantastic reactions

[@GRIMRPR6942]

Im an old fart and i saw Maiden a dozen times throughout the 80's & early 90's starting with Number of the Beast (Beast on the Road Tour) and to this day, they are a top 2 band for me both musically and for live entertainment at shows. My favorite concert was in 85' for their Power Slave album (World Slavery Tour). I had first row left side of the stage and when they did Rime of the Ancient Mariner, i was mind blown because that song is nearly 15 minutes long and with all the theatrics, it just seemed like its own show. Much love and keep up the great work!! IRONS UP!!!!! \m/

[@robbiemillar704]

I've been an Iron Maiden fan since they're first album and I was skeptical at first of Bruce Dickinson but OMG..! He is a human air raid siren. Amazing vocalist a true Entertainer and somebody if you have the chance to see them as I have five times.. do it! They are amazing every time. Up the irons!

[@guga780]

I was at that show, Rock in Rio 2001 was 17 years old and it was a simply sensational day, I remember that day very well, I miss the good times so much. I was one of 250,000 people! a hug from Brazil!

[@duanecarr6712]

Makes you wanna cry it’s so beautiful

[@kleberuba]

It was recorded in Brazil in 2001 and I was there !!! Great reaction !!

[@minelabs]

@Julia Nilon Please, check out "Raphael Mendes" Cover of BRUCE DICKINSON. THIS IS JUST AMAZING! Almost like listening bruce himself. Apart of his natural language, their voice are very very similar!

[@Mickael_]

You explain us by the technique why we love a song "with our ears", if I can say it like that. 😁 I have to confess I only look the videos of music I like, but anyway you're one of my favorite coach-reactor.

[@iDEATH]

Iron Maiden is still one of my favourite bands of all time (they share the #1 spot with SLAYER!). Great to see you cover them, and Bruce, again, Julia. :) Those South American audiences, and it seems Brazil especially, are always wild. Every video I see filmed there is like this. For your own amusement, check out Rush's "YYZ" live in Rio, to see thousands of people sing along with an instrumental. It's awesome.

[@Milano-ug3iu]

Was waiting for this one for a long long time.

[@kasiawu8672]

I use Iron Maiden reaction videos to learn English more and I must say that in your videos I must slow down your parts to undersrand the worlds. 😂 It's next level for me. Thank you for the videos!

[@danjmcs]

The crowd participation & energy at a Maiden show is just such an experience... Bruce and the whole band just bring you along on the journey. Bruce has been doing a speaking tour over the last few years, telling stories about his life, family and as a musician. His storytelling as a singer shows up in those shows to, highly recommend if he comes to your area, Maiden fan or not, just a really interesting life.

[@benjaminborrero1022]

Watched them live in Florida in September. They still rock super hard and his voice is still amazing. Love them.

[@2.2acreNDbear]

I saw these guys live in October 22. Having seen literally 100s of rock/metal bands in every setting and venue. The show was in a smaller stadium and EVERY aspect of the show from Audio quality to stage show to overall performance was 10x beyond anything I've EVER seen. Being near 70 yrs old the energy, commitment, Excitement and just pure enjoyment in what they do melted my brain...I'm literally still processing what I experienced. #1 show I've ever seen and it's not close☝️

[@donovanlindaman421]

Two of my favorite heavy metal bands are Iron Maiden and Judas Priest because they so very often tell stories with their songs. JP’s “The Sentinel “ immediately comes to mind. “Blood Red Skies” is another. I highly recommend Judas Priest

[@johnkatsoudas4767]

Absolutely! Iron Maiden and Judas Priest are my two favorite bands as well. Both bands catalog are amazing, and both bands still do incredible live shows.

[@gordonjeffrey231076]

You MUST see them live. Absolutely amazing!!

[@xombiefetus6291]

Bruce did an interview on the documentary Metal: A Headbangers Journey. In it he talks about his take on performing and its really interesting

[@davidward2651]

My two favorite story-telling live performances of theirs are Paschendale (from their "Death on the Road" live vid) and When the Wild Wind Blows (from "En Vivo"). In fact, I'd generally suggest going track by track from the En Vivo performance, it's a great cross-section of some of their best work.

[@tonys2899]

You MUST hear them do Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner live! Their masterpiece in my opinion... And it's a VERY strong story telling song base on a poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge.

[@FernandoDiasJunior]

22 years ago...I was there! UP THE IRONS!

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

I envy you.

[@bkcin86]

You’re in for a treat as you progress through their library

[@TheCorpsehatch]

Rime of the Ancient Mariner from the Flight 666 DVD has some amazing storytelling.

[@antoninvad9847]

@julia nilon, for more storytelling where you are being sucked in, I suggest Iron Maiden - Dance of Death, Live in Chili. The atmosphere he creates is phenominal.

[@marcolechuga5292]

For storytelling you should see Dance of Death by Maiden, in the 'En Vivo' live album

[@doctorfingers2675]

More Iron Maiden analysis, please!

[@romeorogers9314]

The first Iron Maiden song i listened to during the 90's. Since then, it is and will be my favorite band.

[@pudermcgavin4462]

They been playing for decades and they still are hype on stage!

[@marcgrote7540]

You asked what his work out routine is? It's competitive fencing. Bruce was one of the highest ranked fencers in the UK at one point and was apparently offered a place on the UK Olympic fencing team which he couldn't do due to his commitments with Maiden.

[@armanmustafin230]

Шикарный английский! Лучший разбор знаменитого шлягера)))✊️🤠👍👍👍

[@billinorlando2887]

Recently Bruce and Maiden have released a few short videos behind the scenes of the last tour. He talked a little about back stage preparations for certain songs.. Tea, blowing his nose, etc

[@grc9ball]

Great Reaction Julia!!! When you are ready for your next Iron Maiden reaction, can you try "Children of the Damned"

[@Pawp6io6jx5i]

Fear of the Darkness is an English fable that Iron Maiden music and turned out wonderful.

[@larskunoandersen5750]

I love Bruce´s voice and how it has matured

[@newton859able]

Seen them on the current tour. Bruce's are sounding better then ever. The whole band are on top form

[@luisdonoso7907]

Alos 17 anos salió este disco,92, tenía la polera.

[@danarchy4all930]

Iron Nilon up in the building 🤘

[@ControllerOfMinds]

Had the pleasure of experiencing Iron Maiden live this year, for the 2nd time. Great analysis 👍. For storytelling from a newer band try Gladenfold "Nemesis", Lord of the Lost "Priest" And also HammerFall "Blood Bound"

[@brettbollman560]

Bruce is right up top of my favorite. Intresting song choice. I listen to Maiden a lot at work. They always fire me up and help keep the rate. I bought this album when it came out. I liked a couple of the songs well enough but not the whole album as I did with earlier releases. Maybe I need a few more listen through to appreciate it as I have later releases. Sadly, I can't find it on the site I stream as of yet. Maybe it's time to look again. Lol. I'm looking forward to your thoughts. I always thought his style had a haunting quality perfect for Maiden

[@MaraxisArcanist]

It wasn't that great an album, but I always liked this track quite a bit.

[@jasperdevries1726]

@@MaraxisArcanist Afraid to shoot strangers was the standout for me, but I have the distinct feeling that without the title track it would have been seen as a lesser album than No Prayer For The Dying before it (which I like song for song a lot better than this one, but was clearly the wrong follow up to Seventh Son).

[@matthewbakker8113]

Assuming the Hallowed be thy name recording is the common on most react to, this was recorded 15-20 years later, and they still deliver the same energy and quality today, 20 years after this recording...

[@DHARMN00]

You like the story telling.... "Dance of Death" from Iron Maiden music en vivo series. Bruce takes it to a whole other level.

[@opticFPV]

I would really love for you to check out Revelations live from their Flight 666 DVD. It's much more "conventional" singing from him, and one of my favorite songs of theirs period.

[@richardwaddington2038]

Love this , always been a metal fan but the best vocalists that can rock are bruce Dickinson (COVERED) Ronnie James Dio , and Freddie ....I could list countless others but now Ive gotta go thru your back catalogue , see if youve critiqued them ! Great vid ! x

[@Quentin0352]

You seem to think an airline pilot qualified on 757 and 747 planes, author and car racer who sings now and then is able to do a good job. Well honestly Bruce seems to decide to do something and then excels at it. His drive to perfection is insane. The funny thing is they were still down to earth when I met a couple around 1987-1988. Based on that I doubt they changed more than anyone else while we get older.

[@wearanter1]

I couldn't go bc I was still in HS but my Dad went and said there must've been over half a million people there, and he couldn't speak for like a week..One of the most electrifying concerts ever!

[@chuckm6592]

This video was from 2001, Bruce is now 65 and still has the same energy on stage, as do the rest of the band,

[@andreasfulcher4212]

I just sang Powerslave at karaoke last month! The bar matrons loved it!! It is such a powerful song!!!!!

[@andreasfulcher4212]

Vibrato and all!!!

[@indriwiwidoyoko]

Tq for react I realy like this song

[@privat9605]

As others have already said, you should check out Paschendale (Death on the Road Live), When the Wild Wind Blows (En Vivo), Dance of Death (En Vivo), Blood Brothers and Rime of the Ancient Mariner. I've seen them 5 times over the last 15 years and EVERY SHOW was amazing.

[@vashthestampede4716]

There are some songs that he kills it, like; Hallowed be Thy Name, Infinite Dreams, The Number of the Beast. You should do a reaction of Ronnie James Dio too.

[@ametralha]

Please watch Dance of Death in Santiago, Chile. Going to love it. Love this band. Saw them 6 times and counting! Up the Irons!

[@PaulThoresen]

Last time I saw them was the power slave tour. They were awesome !

[@simonjones7785]

this is my favorite track I have listened to it so often even my young son knows the words to this track . amongst other Maiden tracks but this rates as on of his fave allongside run to the hillsBTW Bfuce is aformidable athlete competes at a pretty high level in sword fencing ? go to a maiden concert you will allways have that buzz with you when you listen to their songs / I have bebeen lucky enough to see them live on 3 continents

[@timprice5747]

Best live band ever. Their concerts are like metal operas. Great music, fun stage designs, costume changes, and like two hours of this kind of energy.

[@Iceman-135]

Did you know there's a facebook page dedicated to Bruces left arm due to his use of his arm during performances? :D

[@avdastamarina]

Iron Maiden-The Clasnman,rock in rio

[@johngalt9989]

All this, and Bruce also has a commercial airline pilot's license which he used to fly the band's tour plane from destination to destination. An accomplished lad indeed.

[@fhermeneses7999]

Great song thanks for reaction,,,🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷

[@CrazyhorseDK]

Welcome to a Maiden Concert , This song is about a paranoid man who constantly fears that there's someone or something about to spring out at him from the dark as a result of watching horror films and studying the occult. Themes like this appear on much of Maiden's cover art (see: "Sanctuary," "Women in Uniform," "Iron Maiden," "Bring Your Daughter To The Slaughter" etc.). you want the best storyteller in metal,rock history Ronnie James Dio

[@caftiman]

At first, I thought, "Oh look, another Charismatic Voice..." but nah, I was COMPLETELY wrong. Got to admit, based on. This reaction alone, I am hooked. I'll see you next time. Bye!

[@celesteponce2261]

We all recomend you "Dance of death" en vivo or live in Dortmund, both performances are incredible, he's a storytelling, he is a profesional playwright.

[@matiaspiris6072]

You should do "dance of dead- en vivo" version next is so amazing and over the top perfomance

[@albertbingemer7224]

I highly recommend reacting to Iron Maiden-Dance of Death-En Vivo! if you want crowd participation,storytelling,and over the top physicality from Bruce. It is phenomenal. UP THE IRONS!

[@Metallian81]

I'd love to see some reactions to '87-'91 era Jon Oliva of Savatage.

[@Morhgoz]

Dammit lass, this video was so good, loved the expertise stuff and ye is pretty, so take one subscription fer thee.... Do reaction for 7th Son of the 7th son please... The Best song by 'Maiden ever...

[@Ben_Linnear]

Also, if you want storytelling, and one of the most unique characters and vocal styles in metal history, check out King Diamond, "Sleepless Nights" live. His range is ridiculous and he tells literal stories with his albums. I mean, just google a picture of him at the least.

[@karlshipstone3423]

he also overcame throat cancer and he still kept his voice

[@timgridley1299]

Read an interview with Bruce where he stated to prepare for a tour he would roller blade while singing the entire set.

[@chrisberol]

bruce isone of the best performers in popular history, hands down. Love your reaction, can I ask you for a tottally differnet genre? Im from Argentina and you should ract to Abel Pintos, a local singer particularly to his song El Adivino live from Rive Plate. You wont regret it, I guarantee it!!

[@batsonbelfree5182]

A light in the black or just a FEAR OF THE DARK...maybe❤

[@michaelkruska6097]

In terms of Story telling I would recommend the rhyme of the ancient mariner, dance of the dead and (my personal favourite) empire of the clouds

[@markoitmard]

Bruces solo album was the first one of him I heard. Tears of a dragon is hell of a tune

[@rodneymcdermott5303]

I honestly love his solo stuff as much as maiden. In particular, accident of birth, and the chemical wedding albums are flipping AMAZING 🤘

[@sean3038]

The orchestral version is the best version imo.

[@troywilkinson160]

Rime of the ancient Mariner next please. Studio or live off 666 tour. Thank you for a great analysis.

[@jamesmoxley671]

The speed and energy is to represent frantic anxiety.

[@SirGingerOfKnight]

Buddy from India always tells me about the 37k-strong crowd in Bangalore in 2007, and later the ~100k-strong crowd in Mumbai in 2008 singing that hook and Bruce nearly forgetting to sing 2007 was their first time in India, I think it's safe to say the fans were "letting it all out"

[@AA_21861]

I was there at the 2008 Mumbai concert and yeah, it was quite a moment :)

[@chrishubbard9746]

Talking about great metal singers who have stood the test of time, you REALLY should check out some of the new songs by Flotsam and Jetsam, they've been going almost as long and their singer Eric is one of the best in the business and his voice has got better through the years, amazing talent 👍

[@jamiezaman]

For me Maiden are the best live band on the planet I've seen them 8 times and I've seen a lot of artists live. A song called Rime of the ancient mariner is just simply story telling at its very best in song.

[@gonefishing5214]

The tempo changes are the heart beat of being afraid of the dark.

[@thegreatpinhead]

I can asure you that watching them live, is awesome, and if you listen to the texts, then its more or less always a story telling.

[@archstanton3636]

Graduating High School in 1985, I've probably seen close to maybe 15 LIVE Maiden shows, starting with Live After Death (PowerSlave in Long Beach CA). Actually, I'm convinced you can hear me screaming on the album in the background for that one🤘. My worst memory of all those shows is when they got SABOTAGED at OZFEST by the OSBOURNES; F SHARON and KELLY Osbourne and all of their idiot stooges who stole from the people, forever. All that being said (yes, I am rambling, I have just returned home from my favorite Mexican Restaurant, where I sat at the bar, ate Mahi Mahi Tacos and washed them down with Cadillac Margaritas). I have probably twice as many tour shirts in my collection than Iron Maiden concerts I have attended (great selections and long lines), and I treat them like treasure. BUT......................I feel like I have watched THREE times as many KZbin reactions to Iron Maiden than the actual years I have been alive. Yours is one of my favorites, although I have to admit, I have no idea what you are talking about, I can tell you appreciate the brilliance of this band. Thanks for posting, and UP THE IRONS, trust me you won't find better.