Classical Composer Reacts to The Number of the Beast (Iron Maiden) | The Daily Doug (Episode 364)

#IronMaiden #NumberOfTheBeast #UpTheIrons
In this edition of #TheDailyDoug, I'm returning to Iron Maiden for one of their classic early tracks. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this past week, Number of the Beast is one of the more controversial tunes from IM's catalog...especially with its overt Biblical references. This is my first time hearing it...and I have thoughts. I hope you enjoy! #UpTheIrons
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[@Zebula77]

"That guitar solo was too short" - finally, a man who knows what he's talking about! :D

[@terjeweum3677]

Lol😅

[@MetalMania1788]

Up the Irons!! 🤘🤘

[@chriswalshe499]

Blistering solo.

[@Steffipantsify]

Was just about to say the same thing brother

[@toddcrookham515]

That what she said!

[@isaacbobjork7053]

After all these years listening to this classic, now I cannot unhear "Oh when the saints"

[@Doug.Helvering]

Sorry!

[@professionnel111]

@@Doug.Helvering Don't be 😁

[@rothed16]

😂😂😂 same

[@LIF3ISTOOGOOD]

thats the first thing i though of when i heard this song

[@johncarry5989]

I love how Dave’s solos are a bit more thrash/speed metal and then Adrian comes in with the more Blues type solo. But still perfectly complimenting each other.

[@GibsonBuck]

Dave: legato Adrian: Melodic

[@DB-me3jt]

That’s the strength of this epic guitar duo.

[@rohantiwari7801]

Dave is defenitely faster and thrashier. Some of his solos are so exotic sounding too.

[@peterhineinlegen4672]

Even the songs without a music video, you could tell who was who when they had solos.

[@iwannaseenow1]

i absolutely love maiden solos! some of the very best IMO.

[@guitarizt68]

"That guitar solo was too short". That's why we love you, Doug. Thanks for paying homage to one of greatest Metal songs of all time.

[@stefandsc1028]

from "who's Iron Maiden" through "Hey, he can actually sing" (about B. Dickinson) all the way to becoming an expert in their music. yep, Iron Maiden is really that legendary. love them!

[@lovelovelove5744]

"The saints go marching in" I will never be able to listen to this song the same way again.

[@shanebilowitz7261]

Iron Maiden wrote the D major to F major chromatic third section because they knew dream theater was going to use that technique twenty years later.

[@kcrknp]

Or because it sounded cool…but more probably because they could see the future

[@shanebilowitz7261]

@@kcrknp definitely the future part

[@chassisskirts6967]

* chef's kiss 👌

[@gkol69]

You should listen to "22 Acacia Avenue" from the same album. Heavier and more complex/interesting!

[@richpeltier9519]

Yes, but should be heard in the order of the epic chronicles; Charlotte first, then 22 and so on. Rich tAMB

[@stuartsutton9350]

@@richpeltier9519 Hooks in You then Hell is from here to Eternity makes up the 4 if I remember correctly

[@onerays]

Right on, 22 Acacia Ave, is a MUST

[@davidebasile9422]

would be nice also to analyse and compare the song with its earlier version, Countdown of Urchin

[@fatihsendur7544]

...and which includes my favourite Adrian Smith solo.

[@stoppropaganda2573]

Doug, your "when the saints go marching in" is spot on! Although I like many of their albums, I get this persistent "galloping on horseback" feel to the songs ... always riding into battle in some ancient war ... I can always spot an Iron Maiden song just on that soundscape.

[@ajcoopa]

The "Galloping" bass line is so iconically Steve Harris... it's like Johnny Cash/Tennessee three songs and the "bom chicka bom chicka bom chicka bom" rhythm section that sounds just like a train.

[@protrainingtips]

Steve Harrison wrote most of the songs and he is notorious for the gallop technique on bass. Dude is a beast and knows what works.

[@ocarinafrek]

listen to "destroy the orcs"

[@MrTmccord]

Took my 22 year old son to Maiden two years ago, and he was surprised on how much he enjoyed the show. It was a phenomenal show the multiple sets for each songs were great. Iron Maiden is a must for everyone to see. My parents in the 80’s were wrong Metal is the greatest music ever.

[@Ennello]

Coincidentally, one of their simplest songs is arguably one of their best!

[@hughcdavies]

Yes even I can play it on Bass and rhythm guitar. And I will revisit it tomorrow morning after some pillow duty.

[@maxrav1831]

That's usually the case.

[@olavjorvik94]

@@hughcdavies I personally think this is one of their most difficult songs to play on bass. The whole solo section before and after Adrian solo is quite hard…🤷🏻‍♂️😅

[@giusolino]

Simple, yes to listen. Playing it is another thing...

[@Testibus00]

Run To The Hills is pretty easy to play. Fun, too.

[@richardhudson4649]

Iron Maiden are a great live show. Do whatever you can to to see them live, you won't be disappointed.

[@Alberto_1965_BR]

Best Metal band. Best Metal album. Best Metal line-up Clive Burr was a monster on his drum kit! And yes, the best Metal drummer! RIP Clive

[@3500ton]

Clive’s drums made this song IMO

[@anthonyleone6487]

Totally agree about the drums. They are this song.

[@biffbarely7045]

Please do some of Bruce's solo stuff. "Tears of a Dragon," "Dark Side of Aquarius," "Chemical Wedding..."

[@sarty23]

Chemical Wedding and Accident of birth are such great albums!. Definetly in my all time top 10 heavy metal albums.

[@topfloorstudio2684]

Yeah definitely and Change Of Heart off Balls To Picasso is a powerful song!

[@leandroP2323]

The Tower

[@petetobey3933]

“Tears of the Dragon” is the best Maiden song that’s not actually Maiden…

[@agirotto1]

Book of Thel.

[@Musicvault2k6]

You absolutely have to see them live if you have the chance. They are my favorite band, but I can say without bias that they might just be the best live band around (still). They put bands almost a quarter of their age to shame with their energy and performance.

[@hughcdavies]

Wasn't an there a early Maiden advert in the press. "We Rock, We Shock, We make the rest look average stock" They were Excellent both times I saw them, Powerslave and Somewhere tours. They've never been as good since. IMO.

[@mournblade1066]

@@hughcdavies I saw the Somewhere in Time tour back in 1987. It was the very first concert I ever saw. Absolutely sublime. I saw them a few times after, and then I took my daughter to see them in 2019. It was the best show I've seen them since 1987. Seriously. Bruce sounded better then than he had since the first time I saw them.

[@tackle47]

My top 4 live acts I have ever seen, Maiden (World Slavery Tour, 1st concert), Dio, Babymetal and Jinjer.

[@leifkjnny5424]

Yeah, I've seen them a number of times over the years; probably the most professional touring act on the planet.

[@jamesmclaughlin6380]

Agreed, and seeing them again this fall!

[@lukehendrickson3200]

"That guitar solo was too short, we have to go back." Doug is a fearless adventurer

[@bradgrant3338]

Ha ha ha! You just won the internet today.

[@terjeweum3677]

Doug is just a Maiden fan🥇🏅🥇🏅🥇🏅

For me, this is THE Iron Maiden song. It so much embodies what Iron Maiden is like. I wouldn't make it a second shorter or longer, it is just as it should be. And thanks for your reaction!

[@jakemaattanen]

Mine, the Maiden song, is 2 min to midnight. Fast, to the point and it has rythm change 😊

[@eddiecarter9831]

One of my favorite Maiden songs and albums! I remember all the fuss about Maiden and other metal bands being satanic. Now a pastor myself, I still enjoy this song. I've always taken it as more of a warning, but I do remember the movie as well. Terrifying! Out of all the metal bands I used to listen to as a teenager, Maiden is one of the few that still makes it to my playlist.

[@RushAss]

That is one of the most soul piercing screams to ever tear itself out of a human throat. EDIT: A bit of lore about that scream as I understand it: the scream wasn't supposed to be there. During the recording process Bruce was having a tough time with the timing in the intro and producer Martin Birch (look him up please!) was relentlessly pushing Bruce to nail the part. At one point Bruce got so frustrated that he just howled at the top of his lungs. Fortunately for all of us, the tape was still rolling. And there you have it!

[@edhunterofmaidengrad]

I thought the scream was always supposed to be in there, but Bruce's pent-up frustration just helped him really nail it when they finally finished the intro.

[@williampanic8292]

@@edhunterofmaidengrad Correct - the scream was always meant to be there - but Mr. Birch pushed Bruce for a VVVVVVVERRRRRY long time to ge it nailed - resulting in a proper rock n' roll strop, resulting in broken furniture and - eventually - that absolutely killer scream!

[@leonbateman1529]

@@edhunterofmaidengrad that's correct. Martin Birch wouldn't stop the takes as he wasn't happy with the scream. Bruce's frustration was borne out of continually doing the scream over and over again, he threw chairs and got really angry which led to the take that is on the album. It's one of the greatest screams in music history. Nothing much comes close.

[@Kylora2112]

@@leonbateman1529 It was the opening lines that Martin kept having Bruce do, trying to get it that much more perfect. Then when it was time to record the scream, Bruce let out all the frustration from dozens of takes...then Martin was like "Yup, good." Just watch the Classic Albums documentary because it's hilarious :)

[@whamsie4022]

Always meant to be there. Inspired by Daltrey in “We Don’t Get Fooled Again”

[@mcdgtodd]

I have seen every tour since 1982 from the NOTB to present! I'm going to go see Maiden in Salt Lake City on September 19, 2022 and then in Seattle on September 29, 2022! Greatest band ever in my humble opinion. Their shows are electric and when the crowd joins in it's magic! As a kid I was in a few bands and yes, we played us some Maiden! Coolest songs that we played in our band were Aces High and Rime of the Ancient Mariner! Singing and playing those songs were amazing! We played the Dianno stuff, my favorites were Murders in the Rue Morgue, Remember Tomorrow and Phantom of the Opera. And that stuff blew people away. They were ask questions like, how do you know how to play that, it was the 80s mankind was a simpler breed. UP THE IRONS!

[@davidmarsh3058]

So, Doug, you’ve asked before about the differences between guitar solo styles with the Maiden guitarists. This is a great one to highlight it … Dave is the first solo - legato, fast, ‘twiddly’ and lots of hammering on and off rather than picking every note. Adrian on the second solo is then a total contrast - sharper tone, accurate but almost in a lazy way, more graceful and more ‘rocky’ but without anything ever feeling forced. Janick is a different story altogether! Dance of Death which you’ve already reacted to highlights him really well.

[@jackclements2163]

...Janice?

[@Mitch_NZ]

Who’s Janice?

[@davidmarsh3058]

@@jackclements2163 well spotted! Changed now

[@LuisGarcia-ee2tr]

On most of the songs it's like you say in terms of the order of the guitar solos: first Dave Murray, then Adrian Smith.

[@davidmarsh3058]

@@LuisGarcia-ee2tr yes 100% … though there are also some really great examples of that contrast working the other way around … Trooper is probably the most famous, though I actually really like the way the solos work in Final Frontier!

[@egrsok9388]

The long-awaited Maiden Monday! Woo hoo! Always a treat, Doug. Educational, mature, and informed reviews. We, the Maidenheads, WILL catapult you to 200K subscribers!

[@egrsok9388]

200K, just as I said! Up the irons!

[@tinkerwithstuff]

I'm really glad that the Religious sometimes even well into the 90s took Maiden as "satanic". In school where the religion teacher gave a lecture about "Satanism", also Iron Maiden was mentioned. I wondered what the heck that might sound like, and found out - that's how I started listening to Maiden ;) So, thanks, concerned teacher! :D

[@kcrknp]

Damn that satan fellow can inspire a sick jam

[@bradgrant3338]

tinkerwithstuff, your username is awesome, btw.

[@vanessap7656]

Seen you since the first Maiden song reaction and so thrilled that you MIGHT go to a live show. Love seeing how your brain works to this! Thanks so much! Up The Irons!

[@CJReaper666]

Steve Harris is the master of making major keys sound heavy. I miss their shorter, to the point songs like this from back in the day. The new stuff is cool but I get tired of the long, bloated arrangements, I wish they would throw in a few shorter, kick you-in-the-face old-school burners on the new albums.

[@vahrzawofficialtracks]

I have no idea why they don’t do 3-4min belters anymore. The current era long songs are boring.

[@hugolafhugolaf]

Agreed. I listened to their latest album once. ONCE. That was it.

[@terjeweum3677]

I am with ya on that/ it seems they have those silent long openings on like half of albums / It dont makes those songs better/ Never get to the point 🙄 But still they are great but would have been greater if they got a easier way out sometimes/

[@LordEriolTolkien]

The 'bloat' was what lead to the death of metal via grunge.

[@kriskeen6739]

I also really, really miss those crystal clear Martin Birch productions.

[@ChrisRamsbottom]

My husband was a school friend of Derek Riggs, who does Iron Maiden's artwork and created Eddie the head.

[@NoelBenavente]

whaaaaaaaaat?!?!??! 😲

[@prestige35able]

Cool

[@Nebucanezzer]

Does he remember any old stories about Derek in the past?. School nicknames etc. maybe he saw some of Derek's early artwork. I'm curious which school we're they both at?

[@Vortigan07]

Wonderful video!!! NOTB was my very first exposure to Maiden back when I was 13/14 and they've been a faithful companion to me for the nigh on 40 years that have passed since. If I had my way, Doug, I'd pay you to make one of these videos for every single Maiden track 😅 I don't suppose that's feasible though somehow. Man I really hope you get to go and see them, you certainly won't regret it!!

[@joefairbairn1978]

What a great video as usual but so amazing to hear you might be able to get to see the band and experience it in person! Go for it Doug, you know it makes sense! Much love from across the pond in Manchester 🇬🇧

[@robyporto]

So glad I landed here by pure chance. Love the channel!

[@Miwna]

One of the all time greats. It's one of those songs even non-rock fans have at least heard of, some would call it infamous. I still remember when I was 14 and we had an assignment in English class where we picked songs to translate into Swedish. I chose this song first and then one more as homework, Rime of the Ancient Mariner. Great video as always Doug. Thank you!

[@Frostrazor]

"That guitar solo was too short" Bet ya didn't expect you'd ever mutter those words in that order 2 years ago! lol You would LOVE the show. Very very exciting with lots of art and adrenaline. I have tickets to see them in Sept in Concord, CA.

[@Paul_Allaker8450]

I've been a heavy metal fan for nearly 40 years and I just live how Doug breaks the music down and it gives me a whole new perspective on the songs I love. Keep up the great work Doug. #UpTheIrons 🤘

[@danzemacabre8899]

The bass work under the second solo kicks total ass.

[@metalcrypt]

when Bruce screams and Doug temporarily loses control of his arms! LOL 5:35

[@ericansems]

Dear Doug, I went to Iron Maiden with my sons, who were 16 and 12 at that time. It's a legacy, my sons and I loved it! Please do go, you won't regret it, it's something to enjoy and being part of it will benefit you for all Metal Mondays to come!

[@NelsonMontana1234]

You may have noticed -- when Maiden has a guitar solo it tends to be a different key than the preceding section. And rarely will both Adrian and Dave solo over the same section which gives the impression that the song is moving to different places before returning to the main theme. It's smart arranging.

[@BlackieNuff]

ROFL Doug!! You singing "When The Saints Go Marching In" to the intro, now I can never unhear that! Hahaha, I'll be singing that now every time the song comes up. ♫ Oh when the Saints go marching in, oh when the Saints go marching in, Yes I want to be, be, be in that Number (Of The Beast), oh yeah... ♫ LOL

[@HenrikKKristensen]

Great reaction Doug. You find and care about the small stuff in songs, even in a tune that isn't really considered "epic", but indeed a classic. I love it when your enthusiasm shines through :-) I have to say.. I do believe you've become a real Maiden fan - there is no turning back now good man.

[@brucefrye8799]

Hey y'all 👋! This was a great breakdown and a good video. I look forward to the next

[@bjorn6495]

YES! I love it when people make the connection between this and When The Saints.

[@paulreed5077]

I saw Iron Maiden in 1980, when the singer was Paul DiAnno. It was at a small venue in the North East England called the Redcar Coatham Bowl. Ticket was about £3 and I was in the front row of only several hundred who'd gone to see them. One of the best rock shows I've ever been to. My cousin is Janik Gers who is now one of the current lead guitarists and from my home town of Hartlepool.

[@RjakVegas]

For 40 years I’ve been a fanatical adorer of this song as the classic heavy metal exemplar that it is. I hold that Bruce’s scream here is still unmatched. Now in 2023 this guy comes along and points out the opening melody is “When the Saints Go Marching In”? INSTANT subscribe!! Never laughed so hard at myself before. One of my favourite reactions on all of KZbin!!

[@One_Proud_Papa]

You really MUST see Maiden live. They'll be in the Northeast October 17, 19, and 21st for the Legacy of the Beast Tour. It will blow your mind.

[@wm-nu1yf]

Saw them on the Somewhere Back in Time tour in Ft Lauderdale. One of the best concerts I've ever seen. Highly recommend seeing them live.

[@nornog]

I have my tix, I will be seeing them in Worcester

[@Kylora2112]

@@nornog See you there, dude :)

[@zella417bcarter9]

Definately except that Bruce will be 64 in August and his high notes are not anywhere near as good as they used to be, which is understandable of course

[@Bryman1970]

I used to play this one in a cover band years ago. Very energetic and fast paced. I loved this cassette quite a bit when I was a young teen. Steve Harris is a big prog rock fan. From what i remember, a lot of the galloping riffs were possibly influenced by Jethro Tull. RIP Clive Burr

[@terjeweum3677]

He also have admitted I was crazy about the Thin Lizzy sound of harmonies / And yes Maiden did a cover of Massacre a Thin Lizzy tune that have some crucial Maiden moments in it / Bass playing alongside guitars fast tempo upbeat drums thundering around 🥇🏅🥇🏅🥇🏅

[@Christophergarcia-pt2qj]

Love your take on these selections. I like your attention to detail.

[@Perfectpitch-ql9lt]

You said the magic words Sir "Up the Irons!" Unless it's a life event like a Funeral or Wedding ..everything else can wait. If you get a chance to see them live do so and you will be so glad you did. You will find no finer company than those at a Maiden show.

[@bradgrant3338]

100% spot on!

[@ickelpete]

When this first came out my friend, a big Maiden fan, was raving about the new album after a listen I was hooked. Doug if you get the chance to see them live do they are amazing.

[@wildmustangart1577]

MAN I love this song.... have for decades... Steve Harris is a monster on bass. The powerful, driving tempo... it never fails to give me goosebumps. Their lyrics are always interesting. .. Bruce Dickenson is also a 747 Pilot.

[@rubentullenaar2934]

Hey Doug, The first album with Bruce Dickinson, an absolute epic album. It's said that during the recording of the album, unexplained phenomena occurred and producer Martin Burch was involved in accident with a mini van transporting a group of nuns, the repair bill he received was £666 pounds😂😂.

[@darkounet2585]

Doug on January the 27th 2021 after his review of Fear Of The Dark, 10:43 "Would I go and pay money to be in the audience and experience that ? Likely not." And here is Doug, a year later, hoping he makes it to his very first Iron Maiden concert. Attaboy : )

[@Perhotep]

Awesome reaction & content as usual, dear Doug! And excellent choice of course! Somewhere in time, please do that or maybe Starblind or Isle of Avalon, any of them boggles the soul!

[@PavenMetal]

When you did say you might see Maiden later this year, I got goosebumps 😀 Hope you will Doug 🤘 As always, amazing to see your videos 👍🙂

[@UrbanSkyProject]

Iconic song! Best metal scream (even better live)

[@mikephillips8810]

I got into Maiden when they started but this first album with Bruce launched them into the stratosphere!

[@user-pz1zw3ue3h]

I love your show Doug BTW :) you bring a new light to old classic, thank you very much and keep it up !!!

[@alextozzi8619]

I was 14, with The Number of the Beast t-shirt and posters in my room and this LP at max volume... and my mother shouting after me calling me "satanist". Nice times, I guess all the old generations were shocked, but WHO GAVE A DAMN?! Thanks Dough! As you I'm still amazed of the solo part of the song, still after decades.

[@blgeiger71]

Awesome and good for you, Doug! I have been a Maiden fan since the videos for the singles from this album were on the MTV like so many millions of others who are around my age. I have never gotten to attend one of their shows but I am excited for you! I recommend you make a trip to the nearest large airport to the venue so you can hopefully see Captain Dickinson land “Ed Force One”, their Boeing 747! 😎🤘🏻🤘🏻❤️

[@chress98]

5:00 thanks for the good chuckle, I never realized that and probably won't be able to listen to it the same way ever again ;)

[@edelcorrallira]

Wow Doug, this was awesome; hadn't seen the harmonic connection to Saints... Really Cool stuff Plus that Profile bit made me laugh silly

[@drdylanman]

"That could really be lengthened, by some more solos.... some more screamin, and all that sort of stuff!" hahaha That was hilarious! Your videos are really good, and I'm glad I found them. :-)

[@Stryker2203]

Hey Doug! Nice Review as always!!! Try next time Candlemass - The Well of Souls!

[@danc472]

Or A sorcerer's pledge from the first album, such an epic and atmospheric album

[@MartinUnderwood]

ahhhhh. The song that introduced me to Iron Maiden, thanks weirdly enough to the Tony Hawk Pro Skater game series when I was a junior in high school. Been a massive fan ever since. The first Maiden riff I learned on guitar as well. Such a absolute killer of a track.

[@SilverHornet13]

A suggestion for you Doug when you go to your first Maiden show, don't forget to bring ear plugs. They are one of the loudest bands (still) and if you have sensitive ears, you'll need them. Hell, you might need them anyway. I was 14 when I saw my first Maiden show (that was the Somewhere in Time tour), and my ears haven't been the same since. And no I'm not complaining. Just offering friendly advice.

[@williampanic8292]

I have to say - Maiden have been using a new sound engineer for the last couple of tours. I saw them at the London O2 towards the earlier stage of the Legacy...Tour and it was EASILY the best I have every heard them sound live - loud enough sure, but no so loud that it hurt. Perfectly mixed, perfectly balanced - and I thought Bruce was singing better than I have ever heard him (and I've seen them A LOT!)

[@Vortigan07]

@@williampanic8292 Absolutely right!! I'm ashamed to admit it but before I saw them on The Legacy tour, I'd been having thoughts that surely by now they'd be showing signs of time and circumstance etc, especially with Bruce having been through and beaten the cancer and all. But no, not a bit of it, the man was immense and sounded incredible!!!! The excitement, the energy and the utter commitment of the band was all there in spades, just as much as every other time!! Greatest of all time!! 🤘

[@Acre00]

Totally agree. A good set of ear plugs is essential for any metal show, imo

[@SMenkveld]

My first concert was Somewhere in Time. San Diego, early 1986, I was in the 8th grade. And, no, I didn't wear earplugs. And, yes, my life was forever changed.

[@SilverHornet13]

@@SMenkveld I saw them at Long Beach Arena for the Somewhere In Time tour. I was in 9th grade. I can remember having a cold and having a Halls cough drop in my mouth at times during that show. I couldn't hear myself crunch / chew on the cough drop. That's a weird feeling lol... I went to school the next day wearing the tie dye Somewhere In Time Eddie. I got a lot of attention that day at school lmao.

[@stevenattias1803]

I am seeing for the 13th time on October 19th at the new UBS arena in Belmont, Long Island. I hope you get to see them. Never a bad show .

[@richpeltier9519]

Such a good album. This would have been my first Maiden show, but I had to sell my tickets because it was the same weekend as the US Festival. I did get to see them on the next two tours, so not complaining. Piece of Mind and Powerslave were legendary shows. Even has Twister Sister for support. Unfortunately it was the last album/tour with Clive Burr on drums. Another great drummer forced into early retirement because of MS. Rich the Ancient Metal Beast

[@drums4metal]

This song is one of my favorite of all time. Watching them play it live was a dream come true 🤘

[@jeffnordman]

I 1000% hope you get to see Iron Maiden live! I'm 51 years old, listened to them since I discovered them in 1986, and have only seen them live 3 times. I envy those who have seen them so many more times! Every concert is both an adventure and almost a ritual.

[@lv1853]

As always, great analysis/reaction! I remember my adolescence. Good music. People don't have this experience because of preconception. Up the Irons!

[@68pointbreak]

I still remember going to the record store waiting for this album to come out. I now have it on cd

[@-Heavy-]

40 Years old - Still Metal Gold!!!

[@Fabio_Perf]

I really hope you could attend their show! and, of course, we would love to get a complete report

[@IRanOutOfPhrases]

Really hoping to see him tap into Ghost's catalogue one of these days. They have always struck me as a band that puts a lot of care in the general composition of their songs. They can be a bit poppy for being a metal band, but that doesn't mean there's not actual effort and thought behind it. As for the bible thumpers, Number of the Beast in particular has always been a weird one for that sect of Christians to get upset about. The story is about a guy who sees some satanist activity taking place, freaks out about it, wants to stop it, wants to call the cops, etc... But then the evil takes hold of him and he becomes just another victim. I feel like it's pretty easy to see this as a song warning you about the powers of evil. There's plenty of classic literature that hits on the same sort of notes. In fact, there's even stories in the Bible that hone in on this same exact sort of message (Adam & Eve & The Snake???) But the guitars are loud, so must be bad, lol....

[@rsfields2009]

I caught Maiden in Indianapolis 3 years ago. I'm 50 and have been to countless concerts and they were hands down the best I have ever seen. They still sound amazing and the stage show is unlike anything else out there.

[@michaeleaster1815]

9:32 LOL ... well done! really fun video

[@modifish68]

It's all about that bass.....Just listen to Steve's bass and everything else just compliments him.When I was 12 this album came out and I was staying at my Grandparents farm in early summer. They had a nice speaker system and I would listen to this album over and over. I was just picking up bass guitar and I eventually developed a similar sound to Harris. I learned every, what I called "trick" that Harris would use and to this day I find my love for Maiden is due to focusing on the bass lines and his cool licks and fills. It's much the same for me and Chris Squire of Yes....I focus on the bass and everything else builds around it....but it is all about that bass. P.S.----damn you for that Saints go Marching In reference----I never heard it that way and now I picture an Iron Maiden String Band dressed as devils marching on Broad Street Philadelphia on New Year Day complete with Steve Harris and Dickinson in Dem Golden Slippers...lol

[@steveb9151]

Doug, I have always had the same song come into my mind when I hear this riff: "When The Saints Go Marching In" Good call!

[@fredcookerly9385]

GO SEE THEM LIVE! They are the only band I know that sounds better live than in the studio. Got to see them on them most recently on the first leg of their "Legacy" tour a few years ago. Took my teenage boys to their first big concert and it is a great memory to have together.

[@terjeweum3677]

👍😎👍

[@zarkruzam3090]

I love how you stopped mid-sentence when Bruce unleashed that scream LOL!

[@ozzydoop1473]

Love these videos thank you Doug

[@glennsmusicchannel]

This is one of their best songs and albums. Got to see them on their Powerslave tour - unbelievable. Have a great time.

[@tricknee253]

I hope you made it to their concert. One of the best bands to see live.

[@thepiratecats801]

Brilliant album, the next few years cemented Maiden in the metal halls of fame.

[@jeffshafer9079]

Glad you didn’t do that one in the church! I always felt it started in D major, slid down to C major and back for the intro/outdo. Then went to good old E minor for the verse/chorus, and shifted to D minor for the solos. That jazzy bit in the solo section still twists my fingers on the bass. Feels pentatonic. Great tune, and the whole controversy probably sold more albums than radio play ever could!

[@werc85music]

Thanks for this Dough! Up the irons! 🤘🏻😎

[@johnjanovsky]

It’s cool that you’re going to check out all of these bands live. I wish you could’ve seen Rush. Fantastic show and musicianship.

[@duanevigue1603]

We have Maiden tickets for next fall in Mass and my 14 year old cant wait. And my wife, a music & theatre teacher for the last 22 years, is excited to see the show.

[@User_vjp_92753]

Oh my gosh! I saw Damien: Omen II and it scared me so bad, I never watched another horror movie !! Thanks for doing this one Doug. We all appreciate your time and your great reactions to music ~ I'm a fan and a big "HI" to Megan !✌👍

[@blamingfish432]

5:36 For that scream, producer Martin Birch (RIP) made bruce do the take over and over ad naseum to the point where he was throwing furniture across the studio in rage. They talk about it more in the Early Days documentary available on their KZbin channel

[@Kirkland101365]

I have been listening to this song for the 40 years that it has been released. I have seen them 10 over those 40 years, so if you do get to go see them live I highly recommend it and you won’t be disappointed.

[@jfernsten]

Iron Maiden live is amazing. Got to see them with Dio and Motorhead. I got so lucky....

[@gapjunction11]

Great! I've been listening to this song for more than thirty years and NEVER had the association with "When the Saints ..." Now I can't unhear it! :)

[@stewjacks1]

Great choice. Now time for some Fates Warning 😉

[@MrHaaaj]

Awaken the guardian yes!

[@clintstudt3796]

@@MrHaaaj JON ARCH IS THE BEST !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@chrishare9858]

Great choice. Would love to see an analysis of the entire album.

[@gucwmi01]

"Sounds like the great opening of a Tinder profile".................friggin' hilarious!

[@ChicagoJ351]

One of my all time favorite metal tunes. When the guitars kick in, it’s rock bliss until the end of the song. It’s perfect. Always gets me in a great motivated mood. Classic maiden.

[@Retrogamer71]

🤘Doug Maiden! This is great. I only connected to this metal music when I bought it on release. This is amazing to get acquainted with the musicality to enjoy.

[@GormlyKeep]

"oh, when the saints..." Thanks for that. I can't unhear it now. You can go off people, y'know

[@dobly58]

Love this new channel discovery. So cool to see my favourite metal music being given some critique by a classical composer. I have a recommendation for you Doug - United States of Eurasia by Muse. Pleeeeaaaase!!

[@jordanmaiden0073]

This was the song that not only got me into Maiden but metal, music in general and playing guitar.

[@hubertrzyha5457]

Doug you need go for concert on this tour it's some of the best setlist ever! UpTheIrons

[@olgak.1139]

The Force is strong with these Metal Knights. Can't wait for your first ever IM concert experience! 🙏🤞🍀🎸!