Nicko McBrain plays The Trooper - Up close footage of just Nicko!

Nicko playing The Trooper at the Rock N Roll Ribs 1 Year Anniversary Party on 12/12/10.
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[@nickoamcbrain9939]

0:39 kills me every time, you can tell the vocalist gave it his all

[@davidleeroth784]

Nearly impossible to copy Bruce lol. Now I'm laughing 😂

[@JoeyRam.]

Not because is great to be frontman on stage, only with a mic, you should sing.

[@juliankitts544]

He kinda sounds like Blaze

[@erikbrantly4015]

Thanked the guy for bringing him a beer and never missed a beat. Nicko's the man. (At 1:52)

[@davidleeroth784]

I know right! That was the baddest ass part

[@get3freestocksandbuycrypto92]

Nicko McBrain plays The Trooper, featuring Yosemite sam (with the flu) on vocals ;-)

[@21ElMandio]

StevensVarietyShow bro I imagined ol Yosemite 3'2 standing there singing at the top of his lungs!!

[@chipaway]

lol

[@MrRoman-lo6ih]

Holy shit, Im laughing my ass and balls off LOL xD

[@farissibert3132]

StevensVarietyShow HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAH

[@larrihayden]

LMAO!

[@tersan8547]

Oh.... I use to have a cymbal there! 0:19

[@Guishe]

Same hahaha

[@hugosotelo4829]

TerSan actually dude, that's a trick, and a very cool one I might add

[@swilmers]

Aye, muscle memory is a big factor, I find it hard palying other peoples kits

[@maxjbg]

I would have lost the stick. Always happens when I hit in the middle of nowhere

[@GWAILIN]

+Stever Wilmers I've said before that playing someone else's kit is like wearing someone else's underwear...it might do the trick, but it just don't feel right!

[@andrade8906]

The monster of ONE FOOT pedal!!!! Master Nicko !!!!

[@jeanphilippelandry9381]

Tiago Andrade this is what happen when you spend all your money on toms

[@kilik375]

Nope, he just plays with one single foot pedal.

[@ItsCarlnotCarla]

Yeah you are wrong he is playing a double foot pedal on a single bass drum... Go to 0:35 there clearly 2 pedals one hi hat and one for the double bass pedal and he has his foot on the second pedal

[@andrade8906]

Carl Andrews ..... No man. you are wrong rsrs just watch other videos... Niko just use one pedal.

[@ItsCarlnotCarla]

So his knee goes up but the Hi hat does not move?

[@br3bid10]

That right foot technique is off the chain!

[@thehermit761]

Yes if only he did double pedal

[@stelioscapetanakis9148]

You can always tell a not only a good muso but a good hearted bloke , he thanked the guy that brought him a drink

[@joshuaallen1664]

I think that drum kit needs a cigarette after that...

[@thewreckonings]

Yeah and a round of shots.......... 😂

[@peteryoung4974]

That’s pretty good.. lol!

[@tobleroneole.7673]

Or two😂😂😂😂

[@SJUCityBoy]

Reporter: "Mr. McBrain, state your profession." Nicko McBrain: "Drummer." Reporter: "Mr. McBrain, state your hobby in leisure time." Nicko McBrain: "Drumming." Reporter: "Mr. McBrain, state your first love." Nicko McBrain: "Drums, are we done here? I have to go to the park and play The Trooper on a Hello Kitty drum set. Thank you.'

[@adambreneman2955]

i love that he always has a huge smile on his face. just the love for music, not fame, not money, i love it

[@rayodonovan6028]

One of my fave Maiden tracks, absolutely murdered by the vocalist!!

[@rodrigosoares7126]

Having fun with the fans, being very humble and what a classy act. God bless you, Nicko.

[@gringochucha]

Give me a unique sound and an amazing pocket over insane chops any day. Nicko is the man.

[@josephbiernacki2813]

And THAT, ladies and gentleman , Is why Niko is one of the best!!! Playing barefoot and a single-bass jazz setup and does more than most other drummers!! awesome!!!!

[@nebularain3338]

You must not have watched many drummers. George Kollias, Samus Paulicelli, and many others do way more than this in terms of technique. I'm not saying what Nicko does is bad (far from it) but don't go making ridiculous gatekeeping claims.

[@AlphaKrabbe]

The kit has a double pedal to be fair.

[@seadkolasinac7220]

@@nebularain3338 lmao George Kollias. Nicko is at least musical

[@borba72]

Incredible the way he seems to play so effortlessly.

[@allphase]

I love seeing the 2 boys totally checking out the drumming! I bet they will always remember this!

[@bfteamcesena]

For us drummers... notice how Nicko's technique is unusual. It's not properly a heel toe, not a slide, and not everything else come in my mind. It's just a personal movement that changes a little bit even when he's playing faster or slower double strokes. Notice how he litterally Strike the Ball of the first finger of the Foot in the pedal to produce the fast gallop in the solo and then return to a much more normal Angle, straight to the pedal, in the riff. Amazing. I believe he never studied any Tech to play bassdrum, he just felt that was the right one for him and keep practicing this one.

[@bfteamcesena]

You're right mate, he has created for his own purpose that kind of movement. And watching a video from his son you can exactly notice that he was taught by his dad, Nicko, to use just the first part of the Ball of the Foot. Infact the power of the stroke increase a Lot in this method, i'm learning this variation right now and it's great to generate exactly the same power from every single stroke of the fast doubles. It's Incredible. Ian Paice? Mmm. I don't know. But for sure he uses his own Tech. He's basically a Self taught for the first decade (or two) of himself as a drummer. And like Nicko and some drummers of the time, a truly Self taught genious. Drummers in theese days were able to litterally create styles, like today maybe, but i think even more than today.

[@Youtube_Globetrotter]

I'm not a drummer and i know nothing about it. But what impress me compared to other drummers is Nicko seems to use his wrist more then the hole arm. He looks so relax, he makes it look so simple, like he could go on for ever. When you see someone cover his work it looks like they have a pulse of 175 and the exhaustion is near.

[@bfteamcesena]

Yes, that's because Nicko is basically a jazz drummer. All his rudiments are the ones largely used by the big band drummers like Buddy rich, Joe Morello and some funky/jazz big names like Billy Cobham. The difference is that while Paice rely a Lot on the rebounds for the double strokes, like jazzman do, Nicko was one of the first to traduce theese rudiments in quite only single strokes roll. Like most of the rock drummers do now and then. Bonham, Appice, Powell etc. Nicko is truly the only metal drummer Who is not metal at all maybe, but his style is unique, even if the timing is not so "in time" :-) strangely, it works for him and make his drumming only more interesting...

[@bfteamcesena]

Yeah, that's for sure.

[@VegetabIeMan]

BFTEAM CESENA Bill Ward was a jazz drummer as well. And Paice did rely on double strokes mostly to rely on dynamics of a song (especially live).

[@teamatfort444]

0:19 that muscle memory

[@LordOfSweden]

haha yeah also noticed that

[@sonic-dna7742]

You can tell he loves what he does. Awesome to see someone so passionate.

[@stevieray4ever]

One of the most underrated drummers.

[@premiumbackgroundmusic]

Nico is underrated? He's regarded as literally one of the fathers of metal drumming.

[@denisclaros9800]

underrated? are you insane?

[@destructionman1]

One of the fathers of modern drumming, in one of the largest metal bands in history, loved by everyone, has no haters, is a bazillionaire, and gets any/all chicks he's ever wanted ... Yet he's underrated? Dafuq?

[@WillS-pl8wg]

How the fuck is he underrated?, you’re thinking of someone else pal.

[@BLuizHenrique]

0:19 Niko and his signature invisible crash cymbal

[@papapoodo6685]

He was on his game this day! I think he likes the sound of that little set! Aren't too many "unique" drummers like this anymore!!

[@THROTTLETEK]

Nicko is such a great cool guy!

[@MrFchank]

Love do much that Nicko goes out and plays with local bands in his spare time. Great guy!!

[@garymitchell4719]

Fucking awesome drummer- Nicko's so underrated! He hardly moves at all yet produces so many complex patterns and infills- more like a master class!!

[@bevil4aday]

And has never used a double base kit.

[@Brazucaman]

with a simple set, he's great!

[@mikedandraia1229]

Of course hes using 2ble bass

[@bevil4aday]

Mike Dandraia From Wikipedia: "He is known for not using a double bass pedal, with Bruce Dickinson commenting that he refused to use one on "Where Eagles Dare", considering them 'undrummerish'. He claims to have only ever used a double pedal once on "Face in the Sand", from Dance of Death, preferring to use a DW 5000 Accelerator single pedal. Since switching to the DW pedal in 2000, McBrain plays barefoot, stating that it gives him "more freedom.""

[@patriciomorales19]

i remember read an interview of gregg bissonette, first david lee roth's drummer, saying that he can't play in double what nicko used to play in single...

[@TruthSurge]

godz... what was that, open mic day?

[@mosh7697]

It must’ve been the fry cook 😜

[@TruthSurge]

@@mosh7697 He had 2 jobs: hit 3 notes accurately and cook the food. :(

[@vecrry97]

Never thought I'd hear someone worst than blaze xD

[@dragomirvasilev571]

NIKO iS THE BEST

[@michaeldunagan7838]

First Rate drumming! Amazing how active he is. Listened to him for years but never envisioned what it took to get his sound.

[@TheQ2004]

This song will always have a special place in my heart because it was the first song that got me into Iron Maiden. Been a fan since I was 6 and been loving it ever since.

[@FrankDag]

That right foot from 2:24-2:50 is a reminder I need to practice A LOT more. Jesus.

[@ulfdanielsen6009]

One footed gallop,. Awesome. Get to work people!

[@VegetabIeMan]

Heel-toe!!

[@tricky92x]

He was probably a huge Bonham fan growing up... drilling those 16th note triplets.

[@operasinger2126]

wow. thanks for pointing out. though not much a fan of his tom rolls.

[@mamaisyo8623]

Nick doesn't need a double pedal. He is the double pedal

[@keithrice6584]

Nicko does stuff no matter what size the drum kit is. That is a natural thing for him to do with his sense of rythem and timing.He has a God given talent amazing my favorite drummer.

[@mancavemusician]

So underrated. Fantastic bloke too

[@udz24]

We love you Nicko!

[@donniecastleman5701]

Nicko, what a great sport to play this with a bunch of Non-Iron Maiden musicians! Great job everyone, inspiring and a great reminder that almost everyone in rock and roll is just like us.

[@luizfellipecortat518]

O cara manda junto de qualquer banda cover! Amo isso! ❤️☠️

[@davidburke2007]

At least one of us is living the dream. Go Nicko, luv ya mate :)

[@roger7799]

Wow! I have no words to say...Amazing Nicko!!!

[@wadesharp11]

One of the most melodic drummers of all time! Yeesssss!! 🤘🏻

[@thechaptermaster]

Are we going to sit here and NOT talk about his fucking ridiculous right foot on that kick pedal during the 2nd solo? Nicko - Drum god.

[@floouk]

Superb performance. A master at work.

[@bjmckay3342]

A LEGEND!!! thanks Nicko!

[@LeonardoCnunes]

Nicko toca muito... Uma lenda que técnica de bumbo

[@VictorZoppi-Ok]

M-A-E-S-T-R-O!!! NICKO!!!

[@markinfamous1753]

so down to earth... badass man

[@witchybutterfly]

Probably the first time I've seen nicko play an get a clear look at his footwork. His right foot is scary fast 😊

[@wilfredmcgillicuddy7902]

Never has there been a better drummer fitted for such a great band as Maiden.

[@RsPker141]

Best drummer of all time. Hands down.

[@ricardoalon3826]

Master at work.

[@metalpig3518]

Nicko playing The Trooper make it look effortless one my all-time greats

[@earlehart2123]

the singer has left his voice at home.

[@JoaoSinfaes]

Pedal duplo incrivelmente feito com apenas um pé. pqp

[@MikeSmith-lc2np]

So AWESOME

[@fifthhorseman6933]

Nicko is a blast. Great bloke.

[@viper7159]

fuckin awesome!! Nicko kicks ass!!

[@konstantinlebedev1999]

great techniqeu... He has awesome foot speed.

[@jarkkomalja7500]

Jees,thats all folks

[@mprogger5476]

Nice english

[@hideouslyugly1361]

One of the absolute greatest drummers ever . His timing, phrasing, emphasis, etc is so impeccably crisp. Just a simple little drum kit and he makes it sound like what he’s got on stage🤘🤘🤘

[@Excalibur2112]

John *Bonzo* Bonham was like this, too. His kick drum sounded like bassy explosions, they're great.

[@hideouslyugly1361]

excalibur2112 Neil Peart ( May he Rest In Peace) was also one of the greatest drummers in the world

[@AlbertMoyerJr]

Excellent! Nicko is the man.

[@DavidWalkerMusic]

@Keenque The actual video is just of Nicko. It focuses on him from an angle not often recorded on video.

[@nilma99]

This is awesome!

[@juliandancingshadow4959]

My favorite drummer, personality wise and gut playing

[@RaoulVega]

0:19 missed cymbal.

[@NokturnalMTG]

Raoul Vega obviously not his kit

[@mprogger5476]

It's called muscle memory

[@toddsmith4735]

No he didn't. He had his hand there ready since it was a free beat.

[@toddsmith4735]

Watch it again

[@psnpanuch8142]

To be honest that cymbal looks pretty fucking high

[@2424tippy]

I hate when you are playing and someone brings you a drink and they act like they want you to just stop and take it from them

[@nchcroy3877]

But he didnt though did he? He was merely pointing out that the beer was on the ground..

[@davidmakofka204]

Awesome. Love this man.

[@scotroberts9880]

Can you imagine how cool it must have been for this band to have Nicko just wander by and decide sit in!! What a humble man freakin awesome. And hats off to the drummer who stepped aside to watch and let him play... not like he wouldn't, it's Nicko but hey ! You know what i mean....

[@Thorpe741]

fastest foot right foot in the world. Yeah, see!!

[@williammoses5939]

+Thorpe741 he's using the heel toe method which you can only get two notes out of, essentially the same thing as a "diddle" on a snare drum. it involves hitting the pedal first with your heel then flattening your foot to make another note with your toe using the rebound off the bass drum head. although it is a very difficult technique to master on his level, it's definitely a technique any drummer can pick up. i personally suck at it and can barely do it at all lol. but if you wanna see some ridiculous feet look up all that remains' drummer he is absolutely nastyyyy with his foot work.

[@SyntheticFuture]

William Moses you can get three hit out of it if you follow it up with a slide, heel, toe, slide. All about the control. Fairly easy to do, really hard to get it really tight.

[@maxmcbrain666]

Intentional for sure!!

[@davidcowee1869]

Legend Nicko 🤘

[@lancesangster2068]

Ohhhhh the right kick during the guitar solo melts my face!!

[@AfroPenguinSA]

The legend says that the bass drum pedal got pregnant...

[@ReviewCrap]

When did Wesley Willis start singing Maiden songs?!

[@jimwolabaugh3608]

I Review Crap! Funny shit bro! Cut that mullet...it looks like a rats nest

[@phillytheflyerable]

THANK YOU. even takes his time to tell the guy who brings the water thank you. god bless nicko.

[@puentesekeryloseternautas4994]

Nicko forever!!!!

[@multiestonian]

Is he doing triplets with one foot? What the actual FUCK??

[@azrael666ethereal]

+multiestonian He always has..

[@multiestonian]

+Marc Hoyland Woah, i didin't know that. He truly is one amazing drummer.

[@evansimpson6652]

multiestonian not triplets!

[@renatodiniz4753]

o Bicho é bruto cm pedal simples tira sim de pedal duplo kkkkkkkkkkk é ele eo Jonh Bonham

[@DimiterAngelicheff]

beautiful

[@pappppie]

I've never met Nicko, but he always has a smile on his face and just comes across as a nice guy.

[@mr.crowley5177]

Nicko ft. Cookie Monster???

[@sydneytimmermans]

Yosemite Sam

[@flaatheaad7544]

depression inc. IM FUCKING DYING

[@i_am_well]

LMAO

[@ikigai47]

That singer is tough to listen to

[@Ryan_Thompson_Guitarist]

+Chaplin G Kinda sounds like Blaze a bit.

[@satchfan2010]

+RyanThompsonGuitarist That's exactly what I thought.

[@FATCATNEVERDIE]

POWERFUL EVER NICK!!!!

[@danielpinela1980]

Sem palavras vê o Nicko tocando numa festa,d+de

[@BigWesLawns]

maybe if someone could kick the vocal positionist in the nuts really squarely? he may go up to the right key to sing one day!! tight background vocals tho. lol

[@fazexx_sanic420_xx5]

Get Blaze off the mic

[@Fantino502]

Hahahahaha

[@flowerfloc]

[FaZe] Xx_SaNiC420_xX fuck off blaze is great

[@lashersquirrelslayer]

LOLOLOL

[@lashersquirrelslayer]

He is cool, but he cant sing a lot of Bruces stuff

[@pauld1806]

Stop Blaze bashing. He held down the fort..no one will ever be Bruce.

[@anbarazen]

Superb....Mastero at his game

[@juancastro8715]

Nicko awesome!!!!!!

[@alexscott730]

Barefoot beast.Today's drummers need gorilla gloves,high tech shoes,anti slip grip sticks,a nurse and 4 roadies before they sit down😂😂😂😂

[@thebanditabromowicz]

Alex Scott and an ankle brace 😂

[@erichand7548]

Dont forget triggers

[@TheLarryburns84]

I'm 22- only thing I use out of this lot is some good gloves. all that other stuff is a bit excessive

[@miloesalazar]

You clearly hear modern shit, go out and find the music you want. It's out there, where drummers, underrated and hidden underground don't need gloves lol.

[@guilhermezaruvne5060]

Nicko needs only a beer 😂😂😂

[@CarlBewley]

You just know the following conversation took place somewhere at this gig:'Yo dude the drummer sounds just like Nicko''Nah he's shit. Not fit to lick Nicko's drumsticks. I can play paradiddles, I know my shit man'You know it happened :)

[@danmcfee1043]

Flawless..

[@damjancvijanovic4653]

KING!!!

quem do brasil curti MPB "musica popular britânica" deixa um like...

[@iangabriel3443]

Pobre vocalista se estaba ahogando

[@bobbystewart-drumsforlife1844]

Awesome Nicko as always....!

[@Andy-kw5nw]

Whoa, that was close, I almost forgot to watch this today

[@dzonialucard]

0:19 wat?? awfuck.. nvm..keep going..

[@hardluckboogie]

+NickStuff more then likely that is how his set is set up and its all muscle memory and on his set there is where the cymbal is and he just does it without think about it.

[@TauschUm]

+Todd Davis Exactly. I do that all the time after changing things up on my kit or playing someone else's kit. Always gives me a chuckle. :)

[@dzonialucard]

+Todd Davis im not bashing the man, just find it funny a bit :)

[@alejandrotarifeno8035]

xD

[@hugosotelo4829]

Inferno Prime dudes seriously? that was on purpose, it looks very cool live

[@andrespavon9949]

blaze singing in the video? xD

[@TheDrunkenHer0]

Epicest metal riff of all times. Thank you Maiden. For Everything.

[@mostrogolf22]

Impecable footwork!!!!

[@roundy72]

the WORST singing.

[@emankcin1701]

Drunk Blaze Bayley

[@TheDUTYFIRST]

Drums were great, the singing sounded like someone choking 2 cats at once!

[@doliwsef]

You do not know me singing! ;)

[@nickbeam5432]

@Samuel Runt I thought it was Bruce Springsteen, I guess not.

[@amjan]

Your momma is the worst singing.

[@dydy0928]

It was great until the singer kicked in

[@isaiaslimadesouza1]

amazing Nicko

[@TheFabio2129]

cara meu sonho é toca q nem ele,grande Nicko!

[@michid9507]

Good guy,still down on earth and friendly to ordinary people.Great character.