POETIC!! First Time Reaction to Iron Maiden - "Rime of the Ancient Mariner"

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[@StaceyRPGReacts]

sorry for the blur guys! YT wouldn't let me upload the clear picture without having 65% of my audience blocked from the video! it frustrates me just as much as you, trust me! unblocked videos are available on patreon for certain members if you are interested in becoming one! otherwise, i have linked the video i am reacting to in the description box if you wish to watch alongside me :) thank you for your understanding!

[@powerzlave6663]

Lol, Maybe You can watch ( on your own) the Flight 666( 2008) Version of this song, More Modern, 3 Guitars, The Crowd will drive You Crazy in that one, lots of people just like You( New Fan0 and like Me( old fan, lol)..., Your Reactions are so Genuine!!!!, Awesome!!!!!! Also There's a Song from 2001 Rock In Rio called "Sign Of The Cross", You will definitely Love That one!!!!

[@michaelendres337]

​@powerzlave6663 yes!!!! That version is so good.

[@user-xq7mh5kg6bvvf3]

Hi beautiful Stacey! I would like to suggest the Maiden song "Aces High", first the studio version and then the live version. I assure you it will be a roller coaster ride!!! Greetings and kisses from Italy! 😘🟩⬜🟥

[@thecrimsonidol7253]

If you really like Bruce Dickinson, then I advise you to watch his live performance of a composition from his solo work called “Tears of the Dragon”, where he reveals his voice in all its beauty and power. You will be stunned. This one - kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGi4mY2QgalkrLssi=pKm36gWkMfXPTu8f

[@stefanstock953]

i dont really get it. I´m not a KZbinr. So soes KZbin it because of the money.? They blur your video for odinary viewers/subcribers but patreons get the clear video. I saw other KZbinrs reacting to the whole "Live after Death" concert at LongBeach Arena, California 1984´/85´ without blur or so. Strange YT

[@Cadinho93]

Iron Maiden: the metal band that teaches you history and classics. Also, Samuel Taylor Coleridge would be so pleased to hear this masterpiece 225 years after he wrote these words.

[@liammerrick6399]

The bass player is Steve Harris. He's the man behind Iron Maiden and is the primary song writer for the vast majority of maidens music. we owe him so much for almost 50yrs of music this good

[@Murder_34]

guy is a fucking legend

[@yllepluff]

Also, "that bass player loves this song" (as Stacey put it) could be said about just about any of their songs. He's always singing along in every song. He can't sing for shit, though, which is why they never give him a mic.

[@StaceyRPGReacts]

@@yllepluff LOL! i would love to hear him sing

[@michaelmuller1206]

​@@StaceyRPGReacts at this gig you can hear him singing...he also plays the drums perfectly. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6asoJ9saNR0o6ssi=sobcxzd4Tw7m0VbP

[@alexandremaireno-ni4ec]

​@@StaceyRPGReacts only the occasional backing vocals, to everyone's joy

[@nickmorgan1690]

Steve Harris, the bass player, does a majority of the writing and knows all the words. I love seeing him sing along 🤘

[@RZK1966]

You will not be disappointed when you see them. It’s awesome how you will see three generations of fans in the crowd.

[@timothyhalbert1516]

Stacey I had the honor of being at this show. I was in the Air Force stationed in California. Iron Maiden played Long Beach Arena 4 nights in March of 1985 and sold out every show without radio AirPlay, without mtv, with protest about their music being satanic. I attended 3 of the 4 shows and since have seen them 19 times. If you get the chance you HAVE To go see them live. The crowd alone is worth the price of admission. Everyone in their Maiden shirts from throughout the years. The album is Live After Death. One of the best live albums ever produced. Up the Irons Stacey!

[@surg20]

I know a guy that actually hitchhiked to one of those Long Beach shows as a kid. That's crazy bc it also means he hitchhiked back home. That's nuts. 😆😄😄

[@blindeyedog01]

I was in San Diego preparing to leave for the Army when they did Long Beach. I didn't get to see them, but I wore the f**k out of this album. Thanks for your service Airmen. ❤❤

[@LV515009]

Awesome! I was also at these Long Beach shows as well as Vegas, Alpine Valley, Popular Creek and Redrocks on this tour. Still my favorite Maiden tour but I'll tell you, I had a blast at The Book of Souls tour as a close second. I have seen every tour since World Piece and yes, even the Blaze days and now have seen them in many states and many countries and so looking forward to The Future Past tour this Fall as Somewhere In Time is still one of my favorite Maiden albums of all time.

[@timothyhalbert1516]

@@LV515009 I was at opening night of the Book of Souls Tour. Sunrise Florida. Had lunch at Nicko’s Rock and Roll Ribs restaurant and he was sitting in booth eating Ribs. Didn’t have the balls to talk to him. Then my buddy and I flew to London to see bos in Birmingham England and London O2 Arena. Up the Irons Brother.

[@jye_24]

I forgot to say Steve the Bassist sings along to most of their Songs because he wrote Majority of them! :)

[@ay_ay_ron2112]

The best version!! Live after Death is one my favorite concert dvd’s. I even have it on VHS.

[@bartoszbiniszewski139]

Absolutely not! 2008 version is better. Here Bruce is tired

[@moonchildah]

Yep

[@mangroval]

That VHS got ruff time. I had to lend it to dozen ppl. And eventually it wore ot after maybe hundreds of views😂 Best live recording I've ever seen or heard.

[@User4711-b4o]

Live after death was my first contact to Iron Maiden and Metal itself. I still love to listen the (nowerdays remastered) album. 🤘 Man... that's 40 years ago! 😬😂

[@RZK1966]

Nicko should be on everyone’s top 5 drummer list

[@jasonsuter13]

With out any doubt❤

[@blindeyedog01]

Absolutely. Never used double bass, he had a quick foot. I idolized him when I was young, I'm 56 years old now, still admire his work. He has MS now, so sadly he's slowing down. 😢😢😢

[@RZK1966]

@@blindeyedog01 he had a minor stroke about two years ago, he’s made a full recovery. He’s talked about it recently , didn’t say anything about ms.

[@RZK1966]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4evi4egf8d-rq8si=JJ-5n2drlX5GTgPV

[@r2dezki]

@@blindeyedog01 He used it in ONE song... Face in the Sand.

[@Ferretbomber]

This song's epic poem inspiration is written by the same English poet who wrote an unfinished poem in an opium-haze which inspired Rush's song 'Xanadu' ... which I notice you have not seen. Rush's live version of 'Xanadu' from their 'Exit ... Stage Left' live dvd is legendary, not only is it one of Rush's best songs and live performances, it pretty much ranks up there with any live performance. You'll love it. Thanks for the reaction, Iron Maiden's 'World Slavery Tour' - which this performance is pulled from - was my first concert experience at age 15, then I saw them again at Red Rocks the next Summer. It was life-changing.

[@nigelclinning2448]

Yeah, Rush is another rabbit hole Stacey needs to go down.

[@MusicPlayingPeon]

My take is this whole video is now a pro marijuana legalization and bottled water promo. If that guy wasnt high he never would have thought of this shit :)

[@GeneElder.R27]

YES! Stacy absolutely needs to be exposed to Rush! and Primus.

[@ChozzaGames]

Seeing them live is the most brutal thing I have ever experienced, they are my favorite band and I feel identified seeing how you react :) your content is great, greetings from Costa Rica

[@user-xq7mh5kg6bvvf3]

Always wonderful Stacey! I suggest "Aces high" . Bruce has a degree in history and English literature.On this tour they did 300 concerts in one year!

[@MattMaidenFan]

The longest Maiden song is now Empire of the Clouds at 18 mins! Bruce wrote this about the airship R101, which crashed on its maiden voyage on 5th October 1930.

[@MattMaidenFan]

He also plays the piano in it!

[@AmberLight-pw7iw]

but the Empire of the Clouds do not beat the Rime of the Ancient Mariner as a song

[@marksnellingphotography]

Makes me happy seeing Stacey happy bopping to Maiden. Up the Irons 🤘

[@Uuusssaaas]

You should see them this tour. The drummer is over 70, the rest are over 60 and two members have had cancer. I don't know how many tours they have left. Hopefully, it will go on forever.

[@scottdavey3804]

That would be Nicko and Bruce of course. Also Nicko had a stroke as well

[@JohnCullati]

Another great song, Another great reaction. Maiden never disappoints live. I recommend Paschendale, and The Clansman.

[@Blarre72]

I love your analysis, musical background or not, its on spot! Thank you! Especially for recognizing the bass, its a key part of their music.

[@Skorp1979]

This song got me into metal music about 30 years ago when I was 15. And I will always love this song. Great reaction, Stacey.

[@sunsteels]

I love when people discover Iron Maiden (or simply love them) and seeing your appreciation getting deeper after every perfomance is 😍 When I was 9 my uncle gifted me the live dvd of this concert (Live at Long Beach Arena), I watched it so many times!!! I suggest you to react to "Powerslave" as next Maiden song. The best performance are from this live concert or the one from "Flight 666" (2007/8).

[@simontemplar3359]

I remember when we had to read Rime of the Ancient Mariner in school. The Maiden song had already told the story. It was brilliant. Love that you're checking them out!

[@Mister_Samsonite]

Our 10th grade English Lit teacher allowed us to play this song in class when we were studying the poem by Coleridge. It was the first semester I ever got an A in English Lit.

[@simontemplar3359]

@@Mister_Samsonite that's amazing! It really shows you that if taught right, English lit can be well.. pretty lit! cheers mate!

[@Mister_Samsonite]

@@simontemplar3359 Indeed! There's a joke out there that Iron Maiden was put together by English and History teachers to make their students pay attention.

[@ScottFincher-wq2qm]

My teacher did as well. She was my favorite. Awesome memory for you and I.

[@Lrs12359]

Bruce was an Olympic/ world championship fencer 🤺 at this time hence being able to run and perform like he does, there is a video on you tube of him fencing in Rio

[@b0bb0wen]

One of my favorite songs of all time!! I requested you to do this song and so happy to see you do it, and I LOVE your reaction! :)

[@KreshDraven6]

Another wonderful reaction! And thank you so much for picking the Live after Death version, hands down the best live version of this song

[@jhay4324]

Loving your journey into Maiden! Coleridge is good for inspiring songs - his poem 'Kubla Khan' was the inspiration for the song 'Xanadu' by the band Rush. I highly recommend checking the live version (from Exit...Stage Left) of that one if you haven't already. Excited to see more great reactions! :)

[@Ta2dlam]

For my first marathon I just had Iron Maiden playing the whole time. They have a song called The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner from the album Somewhere in Time and I played it three times in a row singing as loudly as my fading breath would allow to get across the finish line.

[@rubentullenaar2934]

Yesss🔥🤘🏼🤘🏼 this song is based on a poem by the English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, written in 1797-98.

[@JeffreyTheTaylor]

For some Zappa-esque Conceptual Continuity, Stacey should check out Rush's Xanadu, which was inspired by the Taylor Coleridge poem Kubla Khan.

[@nem447]

That distinctive sound of theirs is called "the gallop".....🐎

[@osamaqtaitat]

Yeah, but besides that also the very well-balanced and mix of a lot of great melodies, emotions, sentimentality, beauty, moderate heaviness, power, vigor, dynamics, drama, boldness, arrangements at the same time mostly! That’s something very creative, very interesting and unique

[@temujenbarca1284]

This whole concert is absolutely epic! 1985, Long Beach arena, "Live After Death".

[@kurtsaxton823]

I'm glad you got to this one, nice job. I'm glad you did this time period . I actually caught this tour at Long Beach arena on the live after death tour. Thank you, love your reactions.

[@robertfitterman3777]

Bruce is the Energizer Bunny who keeps on going and going!! Lol.. The bass player Steve Harris has always been the main driving force for Maiden. They are basically his band. He has always been the main song writer and when you see him mouthing the words, it's likely he wrote the song. You mention the distinctive sound of the band, and that would be Harris's galloping bass style, a trademark of any Maiden song!

[@shaynewest8757]

Saw them live way back in 1982 as a 13 year old in a small theatre in Melbourne Australia and they blew the roof off. Saw them again in early 85.

[@ronmartinelli5772]

They have always put on an amazing show. I've seen them many times from 1983 to present day. I'm going in a couple months and I'm excited They always have so much fun too!!!!!!

[@ronaldbird5435]

I'm glad you found Maiden, definitely motion music. Going to see them in NJ November 9th, I do have a spare ticket if you find yourself in NJ

[@tofersiefken]

Agreed! Bruce & the band taught me a lot, especially about literature. I wasn't in the "smart kids" lit class that got to read this poem and all the other classic greats. But being a metal head, I learned so much from lyrics and the literature that inspired a generation of metal and prog-rock musicians. (Bands like Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Pink Floyd, Rush, Yes, Deep Purple, Frank Zappa, Rainbow / Dio and many more.)

[@CinoPORakaDjCino]

My favourite song of Iron Maiden. Maiden he one of best musical groups that know how to made music, this is an example of an musical masterpiece. There isnt a lot of bands that can do a music with a lot of imagination, variations in music, Iron Maiden deserves all the credits and a Hall of Fame entry instantly!

[@luisfernandomunoz6315]

Great reaction Stacy. I went to this concert when this video was recorded for their Live After Death album and concert video was filmed. It was my first Iron Maiden concert and still my favorite. I have owned cassette, LP, VHS and DVD copies of this concert at the Long Beach Arena. Iron Maiden is my favorite live metal band.

[@chrisokeefe6161]

Saw them first in a sports hall in the 80s along with 200 others, in my town a small band just starting out , amazing to see them over the years fill venues , never fail to give their all ❤

[@ChrisLegner-qp1yh]

Great choice and reaction. This one is a progressive metal masterwork. And as a live performance, a tutorial of sheer power and perfection.

[@sumonjamal1653]

The earliest live concert video for Iron Maiden was filmed in late 1980 when Paul Di'Anno was the vocalist... There were a couple of earlier gigs filmed at Ruskin Arms and the Marquee Club in 1980 (They were not the best quality though) when Dennis Stratton (guitar) was briefly in the band in 1980. The 'Live at the Rainbow' video showed early Iron Maiden performing songs from their first 2 albums, which included 'Wrathchild'... 'Phantom of the Opera' ... 'Killers' ... 'Remember tomorrow'... w/ the line-up of: Di'Anno (vocals), Steve Harris (bass), Dave Murray & Adrian Smith (guitars) and Clive Burr (drums)

[@-Heavy-]

Yes!i mean everything you said.Just yes!Every Maiden Fan felt and still feels the way you said it.That distinctive sound you tried to explain... back when I was a kid and discovered Maiden,I thought of it as they were playing magic Instruments.Anyway,it warms my heart to see that their magic is still getting to people like you to join the big Maiden family!You keep on doing Maiden reactions , than I keep on coming to watch them! UP THE IRONS!!!🤘

[@ronmartinelli5772]

Power slave was an amazing album and tour. I was lucky enough to be young enough to go to this exact concert that they filmed and generated their power slave album and tour. Amazing musicians and people. They are still together and I have tickets for their latest tour. Love it

[@allidolnet429]

Steve wrote the song after reading the poem , song is one of my favourite maiden tracks

[@bobhalford]

I'm so happy you enjoy Iron Maiden. I look forward to seeing more reactions!

[@MsGeoffh]

Nicko McBrain (drummer) is very underrated.

[@MrkThomas888]

Hello Stacey, Great reaction. I am really enjoying watching your journey into discovering Iron Maiden, one of the greatest bands of all time. I also love this concert ( Live after death ) There are many great songs in this concert, I would love to see your reaction to the song Powerslave. ( Live after death ) AMAZING STAGE SHOW

[@karenfindley3791]

If you haven’t seen Iron Maiden in concert, you still have time because they are currently touring. It is something everyone should do in their lifetime.

[@markreese2642]

Iron Maiden (New album) Senjutsu Listen to: The Writing on the Wall. Its a crazy and awesome at the same time! Animation is mind blowing. Affiliated with the craters of Pixar! 🤘🏻

[@jacksprat9172]

Yeah, and so relevant!

[@sharonellis8776]

Hi Stacey. This is one of my all time favourite songs by this incredible band ! xx

[@mt8tube]

Iron Maiden has written many songs about history. Alexander the Great, Paschendale (WW1), the Trooper (Crimean war), Empire of the clouds, the Clansman…etc.

[@zatoichi1]

Run to the Hills, The Duellists, Flash of the Blade, Silent Running, Mother Russia and of course the greatest song of Arrakean history, To Tame a Land.

[@andymoitou]

Ooooooooh @StaceyRPG thanks a lot you've made a Masterclass react for a Masterpiece song. I've got goose bumps during the quiet part as always and you felt some emotions too, we can see through your eyes. One of my fav's Maiden song and you definitely need to see them LIVE, Bruce has always few funny words during the show and the group are still full of energy and they are always at 110%. Believe me it worth it !!! See ya @StaceyRPG Bye'n'cha - Shiryu___23

[@danjmcs]

Can't wait to see the boys again in October!! This World Slavery Tour was my first live Maiden show, Twisted Sister was the opener and 40 years later, they still put on an amazing live show. Hope you get to see them live, but always enjoy the reactions!

[@denis.patritti]

Iron Maiden's great song! Two other great songs: "When The Wild Wind Blows". "Blood Brothers". And from Rainbow, "Stargazer".

[@denis.patritti]

@@evil_chuckWho are you? I love all Iron Maiden's songs I know. I propose, Stacey decides.

[@stefanstock953]

You're no Maiden fans. We're one big fakkn family and don't fight with each other bout shit that doesn't really matters..UP THE IRONS

[@denis.patritti]

@@stefanstock953Dear pure and real Maiden fan, I've just read your comment. Stacey writes above: "I am always wanting to expand my music knowledge!" In my opinion, it is important to recommend songs she may not know.

[@stefanstock953]

​@@denis.patrittii'm absolut with you...of course Songs that Stacey don't know. I meant this guy 'evil_chuck', or so, with 'not a Maidenfan'. Cause he wrote something rude, can't remember exactly what. And it seems his comment is already delete. She should defently react to "When The Wild Blows", live EnVivo, Chile. Megamasterpiece...stay safe, Bloodbrother

[@denis.patritti]

@@stefanstock953 Thank you for your support! I agree, "When The Wild Wind Blows" (En Vivo!) [HD] is a masterpiece. They are fantastic. When I answer that kind of guys, I try to stay calm even if it’s not easy. Stay safe too my friend!

[@ronmartinelli5772]

Seeing this song performed in concert is amazing. Steve is one of the greatest rock bassists of all time!

[@palladinodessa8988]

Remember, old guys ROCK! Also, Seeing Iron Maiden live will only enrich your soul - for a whole bunch of us, it completes our soul. I am so happy to see a younger generation appreciate the music that I grew up appreciating - it confirms my belief that I haven't been crazy all this time - just a loyal metal fan for 4 decades. Also for 4 decades these talented artists have toured the world over and over sharing their craft with anyone and everyone. Up the Irons! 🤘 I can't even pick a favorite song - maybe a favorite from each album... ROCK ON Stacey - we appreciate you.

[@eh.505]

SOMEBODY, please get this lady an Iron Maiden t-shirt.... 🙏

[@jye_24]

You have a new Sub! One of my favourite Maiden songs and One of Their Best Performances! I loved that you loved it your reaction was Perfect, you feel It!

[@vicprovost2561]

Great epic, Steve Harris on bass and the focus and leader of Iron Maiden, they have so many great tunes! Enjoy. 🎵🎸🎤🎸🎸🎶

[@JAT009]

🤘🏻 Oh yea!!!! Love your Maiden reactions.

[@davevail4138]

Saw them numerous times in heyday and you are correct, always amazing live.

[@michaelczemper1965]

„The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner“ is also a wonderful masterpiece, based on a movie with the same title. Listening to it and its rhythm and lyrics you almost fiel like the runner himself. Greetings Michael

[@James_Russell]

*Nice! If you are able to, check out the "Flight 666" live version of this song. My favorite live version of the best Maiden song in their massive catalog*

[@josephstevenson552]

Yes, I think the mix sounds better on that version. Bruce sounds more articulate, and I feel that the 3 guitarists give it a fuller sound. Great reaction! Up the Irons!!!

[@Trygvar13]

@@josephstevenson552 The World Slavert Tour was exhausting and affected Bruce's voice for almost 10 years. The Flight 666 version is better but I still love this one.

[@alexandremaireno-ni4ec]

Not better but still very good...we just saw Maiden at the peak of its performance, but it was amazing to watch the guys playing it 23 years later, already in their early 50s (Bruce still 49)

[@christopherdavidson4382]

​@@Trygvar13they were absolutely incredible on the World Slavery Tour! I saw that tour in Cleveland and Twisted Sister opened for them. Twisted Sister hadn't turned into the more commercial version that they become later on yet so they were actually really good as well that night. They played a lot of stuff off of their debut album which was actually pretty hard and a little more my type of music than their later stuff.

[@opticFPV]

I don't know why she did this version, I had the most upvoted comment on her last Maiden video suggesting the Flight 666 version, and she liked it lol

[@mmccracken8478]

Gotta say I'm lovin' your Maiden reactions!! Totally agree with you on their transitions. The most impressive part to me has always been how perfectly in sync every band member is with the others especially considering they've got 3 guitarists just pitching it back and forth to each other all the time. It's almost like a hive mind how in tune with each other they are and seeing/hearing/feeling it live is truly something special....don't miss it. I'd recommend checking out Revelations live 2008 in Sydney. Up the Irons!!

[@myranyazzie421]

Awesome Song.. They are one of the best bands.. Their Style is Unique.. And.. I Enjoyed Your Honest Genuine Reaction.. Real n Humble

[@dred000]

I love how you react to their music. Welcome to Maiden Family 🙂

[@emcsquared8681]

Saw them last year, and they were as good live as they were when I saw them in 85’.

[@DustinHakonson]

Queen Victoria had really bad period pains. Learn something new everyday.

[@cjw9257]

So glad another fan has joined,Your fabulous. From Australia up the irons.

[@andyreid6826]

Saw them in 1988. It was the first show of their seventh son tour. They tore the roof of the coliseum. I found an audio recording of that show in recent years and they were spot on. It was the year I graduated high school. Great reaction!

[@marcelopessoa4911]

Nice reaction! 👍 Surely the bass guitarist loves this song, he is "the boss" and he's written it! 😅 He is such an amazing underrated song writer - I don't see people who are experts in music mentioning his name when they talk about the best rock song writers! And, as a bass guitarist, he is awesome, too! He and Geddy Lee (Rush) are the world's greatest bass guitarists, in my opinion. You said you were impressed by the drummer's performance; I'm gonna tell you a funny story: when I got to know Iron Maiden, I was a teenager and they had just released their 4th album, "Piece of mind", and me and my school mates, we had loved their previous albums, "Killers" and "The Number of the beast" and we used to comment Maiden had such a good drummer - Clive Burr, who left the band just before "Piece of mind", and I remember we asked "Who is this Nicko McBrain? He's got such a weird name!" Today I gotta tell you I've seen Maiden live in Rock in Rio 2021 and in Rock in Rio 2022, when Nicko's performances made me believe he is the best drummer live! Referring to the lyrics, I don't know if you know, Bruce is graduated in History - it probably helps when composing songs about events and civilizations. So, I recommend for you to react to: "Alexander the great"; "The flight of Icarus"; "The clansman"; "Powerslave"; "Aces High"; "Phantom of the opera". I also recommend those hits I love the most: "Wasted years"; "Infinite dreams"; "Stranger in a strange land"; "The prisoner". Nice journey for you and, as you're already a Maiden's fan...up the irons! 🤘

[@marcgrote7540]

Nicko's drum kit hasn't appreciably changed in 40 years. The only differences between the kit here and what he uses now are a ride cymbal & the two chinas in the back & the chimes. Outside of that, its pretty much the same. Same number, sizes, & configuration of the drums themselves. As far as the song goes, it was written by Steve Harris, the bass player, who has written about 85-90% of their songs. I remember reading an interview with him where he said he got the idea for the song because he read the poem in school as a kid. The song is faithful to the poem & a few of the lyrics are direct quotes from the poem.

[@sumonjamal1653]

I was lucky enough to see Iron Maiden perform 'Rime of the Ancient Mariner' live in concert in 2008 on the 'Flight 666' tour (They had not performed it live since their 1986/ '87 tour) ... and u can check out that live clip from that tour as well 🤘🤘 This clip was from their 80's heyday on their 1984/ '85 'World slavery' tour (Their 1984 album was called 'Powerslave') which was captured on film and audio for their live record (and concert video) 'Live after death' in 1985 when Iron Maiden was a 5-piece band (Vocalist Bruce Dickinson, bassist Steve Harris, guitarists Dave Murray and Adrian Smith, and drummer Nicko McBrain) Nicko McBrain (drums) joined Iron Maiden in 1983 (He replaced drummer Clive Burr) for their 4th album 'Piece of Mind' and has been the band's powerhouse drummer... His kit was always built very high because McBrain is a tall fella, and the audience at Maiden concerts unfortunately never get a good view of him playing live but he's got a following... Steve Harris (bass) is the band's founder/ co-producer/ songwriter and from day 1, he has always been a manic performer onstage and gives 100% of his energy! His drive & dedication has been Maiden's constant boon since their inception in 1975 in the pubs of London. Some of the more 'epic' songs by Iron Maiden that became live favorites included - 'Sign of the Cross' ... 'The red and the black' ... 'The Clansman' ... 'Paschendale' ... 🔥🔥

[@koendeprez9815]

It's with reason that Iron Maiden has an unbreakable live reputation . Steve Harris , the bassist , is the only original band member . Also , Bruce is a certified pilot and is into history , I remember seeing a clip of him even driving a WW2 tank .

[@johnroberthines7811]

What distinguishes IRON MAIDEN and their sound i think is galloping, transitions, three lead guitarist, the fastest and in my opinion the best Bass player, and Bruce's amazing vocals

[@jockmason5922]

Seventh son of a seventh son live 2012 Nickos drumming is just perfect

[@Mister_Samsonite]

"Still Life" is a great deep track from Piece Of Mind that deserves more attention. Nobody EVER reacts to it, and very few people seem to even talk about it. I wish there were more live clips of it, but I've only found one decent one.

[@derricklarsen2919]

You are a connoisseur

[@Duncan2199]

They are amazing live in concert. I saw them on this tour back in the day. They are touring the U.S. this year. You need go see them.

[@TheVallixx]

The day you will discover Dio will be so fun. If you do, you have to begin with Stargazer, Last in Line or Don't talk to strangers. As for Maiden.... definitely my favorite band, I saw them live so many times, each experience was mind blowing. Up the irons!l

[@scottdavey3804]

Excellent reaction. You have excellent taste in music. They are touring atm, on the future past tour. I saw them last Friday and Saturday. They were f'king awesome, like always. Did you end up getting a ticket to see them? Cause you won't have too many more opportunities to go see them. They're coming towards the end of their career. Best metal band in the world

[@carlospardo7010]

Hi Stacy, I am an unconditional fan of Iron Maiden, I have seen them live 25 times. My suggestion, if you decide to accept it, since I have seen that you love his transitions in his songs, is the song For the Greater Good of God. Sorry for my English, I don't speak it, I come from Spain

[@BannorPhil]

Each Iron Maiden song is several songs all rolled into one. They are just AWESOME! :) BTW - there's only 1 place you should be at a Maiden concert - and that's at the front, in the mosh-pit!

[@dieselbourbon3728]

At 15:10. I saw the powerslave tour back in the 80s. That part felt like a freight train running through by chest.

[@robertmartyr9432]

Thx for reacting to one of my favourite Iron Maiden songs, great reaction once again! Up The Irons!!

[@michaelbuttner4262]

I got this as Orginal VHS Version at home and today with over 56 years the same long hair like Bruce at this Concert

[@seanmalone9947]

Its so beautiful to see a newer Iron Maiden fan!!! I saw them live in 1983!!! And many times after!! Alexander the great has a lot of history in it !! Hope you get to see them live beautiful!! ❤

[@azzajames7661]

Iron Maiden is the GREATEST(live;)BAND in the world now and forever🤘 Up the mighty Irons🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@tylerdirden6680]

Also, "To Tame A Land" is an AWESOME song you should react to. Its based from the book "Dune" and is as epic as Rime of the Ancient Mariner, if not more so.

[@TonyPucci11]

I saw Iron Maiden on this Powerslave tour in 1984 (I was 16)....Twisted Sister opened for them when I saw them (Minneapolis), but Queensryche also opened for then on a lot of that tour.

[@Kerz300]

We listened to this song in our English class in high school when we were learning about this poem and author. It was great it kept me from falling asleep!! 🤣

[@jackschleich9475]

this is one of my favorite, especially when it changes halfway through

[@arn8475]

I'm glad I suggested this song and that you liked it. My next suggestion: Infinite Dreams.

[@thomaspetzak4993]

I absolutely love iron maiden, so go for it girl

[@lobeznomx4763]

Try with "Rime of the ancient mariner" from Flight 666 tour, it´s powerful

[@szeleddie]

Don't miss them!!! Go to their concert and you will get everything what you needed for life!!! THEY ARE THE GODS!!! UP THE IRONS!!! 🤘🤘🤘 (yes i am fanatic and proud of it!)

[@crazyforblues1967]

Had the album and I saw this tour in Philly. I don't remember anything but giant EDDIE on stage :D

[@talismanmia2537]

Likely mentioned below, the superior version is 24 years later on the Flight 666 DVD. This isn't bad, but the other one is a top-5 Maiden live song. Bruce's vocal performance much better on that one as Bruce hit 50 years old.

[@moatsart2977]

. You said the bass player really loves this song. Steve Harris is his name and he writes the lyrics for most of the songs. So, he's always singing along with Bruce because most are his songs.. Recommendation off of (Piece of Mind) Album: "Where Eagles Dare" &/or "Revelations" are high on my fav list. Also check out for sure: "Infinite Dreams" off of (Seventh Son of a Seventh Son) album

[@frankj10000]

Not for all the songs but for many of them.

[@deaner4910]

Nicko plays 22 drums in his set, and he is adding onto it too!

[@srj6678]

We must always bear in mind the great ability and versatility that Bruce Dickinson has shown in his life. He has his career as a historian, he has written books, he has written a film script, he has been an award-winning fencer, in addition to being a Boeing 747 pilot. It's not unusual for him to give these historical connotations from time to time, not so much now. I like your reactions. Greetings from Argentina to be able to show the video on youtube without being overridden by the algorithm some youtubers do is to invert the image from right to left, sure you knew it...but, I hope it is worth the help.

[@sumonjamal1653]

Steve Harris (bass) has always been a geek... 😁He says inspiration for his lyrics come from movies as well as fictional writing and poetry as well. He wrote 'Children of the damned' ... from the movie 'Village of the damned'... 'The Clansman' from the movie 'Braveheart' ... He wrote 'The Prisoner' about the British TV series w/ the same name... Songs like 'The Trooper' ... 'Alexander the Great' ... 'Mother Russia' ... 'Afraid to shoot strangers'... were written from either history texts (or movies) or from current events.

[@MichaelWitkowski-dq1nr]

Remember seeing them in NYC on Superbowl Sunday 1985. Got so pissed off at Bruce Dickenson when he stated that San Francisco had beaten Miami...spoiled the end for me as I was taping the game, but it was a great concert, and colder than shit outside. We walked there from Grand Central Station and had icicles two inches long hanging from our beards when we arrived at Radio City.