The Maiden Legacy feat. Nicko McBrain | The Bands of HM Royal Marines

Join the Massed Bands of His Majesty's Royal Marines and Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain in the Royal Albert Hall, London for Captain Phil Trudgeon's arrangement of some of the most popular hits from the world famous Iron Maiden.
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[@NZMateus]

71 years old, after a recent stroke recovery, and playing amazingly! The joyfullness he shows while performing is incredible. As a fan and drummer, all admiration and respect.

[@badllama8090]

Ditto in EVERY respect chap!

[@gosportgeezer]

Nicko is an absolute legend 🥁

[@jansennhenn579]

PLUS: playing with his back to orchestra and conductor!

[@dannyruckert9359]

Sir Elton, and Sir Paul can be knighted by the Queen. Having HM Marines play your songs is a much greater honor in my opinion!!!!

[@LeoGagnone]

I agree!

[@amilcarderas1624]

I AGREE 💯 PERCENT!!! WELL SAID dannyruckert9359!!!!!!👍👍👍🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@JaredHoutsma]

HM Marines have played music by Sir Elton & Sir Paul

[@iTubeYourDadsMinge]

@@JaredHoutsma yeah but nobody cares about those two dweebs.

[@janfranzen3124]

Same level 7:54 , they all are sooo great! No need for competition.

[@OldVikingSchool]

Nicko smiling is just cure for sadness. He's 72 and having a freaking blast doing what he's doing and he knows it's a freaking blessing which he shares with everyone around him.

[@paulreed5077]

If someone said to me 40 years ago I'd have an electronic phone in my car sat watching the Royal Marines playing Iron Maiden songs I wouldn't have believed them.

[@enrico20957]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jackburton2680]

Utilizing a "world wide web" no less

[@RaceDayReplay]

surely a dream come true for the guitarists

[@JaceyMitchell]

I'm 23 and I've been a Maiden fan for about 23 years! 😂 Dad's a Maiden fan and he made sure to raise his daughters right! My first ever rock concert was seeing Iron Maiden with my dad, my uncle, and my two sisters. Up the irons! 🤘

[@AnthonyAnthony-tk4ye]

I took my son to his first concert, Iron Maiden, FRONT ROW when he was 7 years old!!!

[@temekuguy3465]

It's great to see Metal music getting the respect the genre deserves.

[@ricknesar1627]

0.00 Churchill´s Speech 0.25-0.55 Aces High 0.56-3.50 The Trooper 4.00 Wasted Years 7.27 Nicko drum solo 9.00 Run To The Hills Dude playing the Dave Murray, Fender looked like he was havin´the time of his life! Also RIP to Iron Maiden´s first drummer, Clive Burr 1957-2013

[@antoonfeyaerts6089]

After Winston Churchill I expected Aces High ... This set list didn't disappoint ! Love for the troops that keep war away.

[@ricknesar1627]

Coreect! 30 seconds of the intro of it S Too short to mention it I thought 😀

[@timoteoperlar7886]

Dio maledica per sempre uno degli eserciti più sanguinari e oppressori della storia che è quello di sua maestà (l'uso della lettere iniziali minuscole non è erroneo)

[@percy1978]

Imagine the Royal marines banging out Rime of the ancient mariner

[@lookwaticando909]

:O METALLICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@alanblasczyk1779]

We are so Blessed to see Nicko playing again after his stroke.

[@stephenallsman8913]

True! The man is still a beast!

[@anddataforall]

I had no idea he had a stroke! for the first 2 minutes I was like: why is he holding back, seems like he's tired or just don't want to play like he usually does. Then I saw your comment.

[@alanblasczyk1779]

@@anddataforall I saw a blog on it the other day. You should search it out. He came thru it fine, but it took some hard work !

[@Almost027]

Blessed? To see this crooked playing?

[@cindi1992]

Seriously! I got to see them last year within the SAME year he had his stroke. Like, beyond grateful him and Bruce are still rocking after what they’ve been through 🙏🏻

[@phillipzx3754]

Dude playing the Strat is on point. 👍

[@willcastilloe]

The guy with the strat did an awesome job ...

[@RonaldPatino]

Was thinking the same thing

[@KABModels]

I didnt know Adrian Smith was a corporal in The Royal Marines lmao

[@jayusher576]

I know both leads were on point.

[@stephenallsman8913]

Yeah! Obviously both fans!

[@steve-vx3lx]

he was having the time of his life man

[@judiharris8796]

One of the finest bands in the world playing with one of the best drummers to songs from one of the greatest bands ever! What's not to love!

[@jamescavalera]

I come here just to say one thing. This Gentleman is unique. Long live Master Nicko McBrain. Hugs from Portugal! Your 2nd home! Up the Irons!🤘

[@xw1ngnutsx952]

The guitarist nailed the solos.

[@SoFiK-DP]

It is awesome to see how much joy Nicko have from that playing.

[@TinusTegenlicht]

Nice to see Nicko enoying himself so much, what an honour to play HM Royal Marines bands!

[@HeimirTomm]

I'm pretty sure when all those people joined the military they never thought they'd be performing music with a member of Iron Maiden. Talk about twist and turns.

[@Denathorn]

I was there, and it was even more epic then the video suggests... A proper treat for the lugs... They all blew the Royal Albert Halls dome roof off with this one! :) Absolute brilliant... The whole show was, so much so... I'll be back next year, and if you havent seen them... Just go!!! ;)

[@user-er8sf4wt9g]

Вживую концерт всегда будет лучше

[@Paradiseislonely]

Was it chills assns energy field? I could feel it I’m all the way in Australia

[@expatbe]

I'm American and I grew up with this song. I'm really impressed how well this is performed. The bass guitar...wow..hes's good. You guys are so fortunate to have a military band that can lay down the beats and someone who can orchestrate an old 70s song!

[@adam666notb]

Guy with the strat stole the show not only one of our countrys heroes but a legend on the axe too! 🤟

[@pcorcoran100]

He nailed those solos. Especially the Wasted Years one.

[@ScarsNotFresh]

Was looking for a comment like this :)

[@fillo1971]

Ho le lacrime agli occhi, di gioia immensa, perché penso che avevo soltanto 11anni quando ascoltai per la prima volta gli Iron Maiden, da allora non ho mai piu smesso. Oggi a 53 ascoltare e vedere questo video mi fa essere ancora più orgoglioso fiero e assolutamente fortunato per essere nato nel 1971 e aver vissuto poi a 11anni quelle canzoni e soprattutto suonato fino allo sfinimento tutta la loro musica. Niko sei un grande e sono felice che tu abbia superato una cosa così spaventosa di salute. Vedere questi ragazzi queste generazioni suonare la vostra musica mi riempie il cuore. E da lustro al mio pensiero che diceva che la vostra musica era sana. Alla faccia di chi all'epoca asseriva diversamente nei vostri confronti. Lunga vita a voi grandi Maiden❤

[@luis_marron_99]

I'm crying 😢

[@fillo1971]

@@luis_marron_99 🙋‍♂️🙏

[@eyectormetal]

I have not any words to explain it.....Wasted Years is a very great treasure for me....thanks for all!!!

[@jcbass2u]

Moved me to tears. So beautifully arranged.

[@eyectormetal]

@@jcbass2u Me too...

[@andrewwickstead3802]

Looks like nicko had an amazing time with this

[@chrisizzy1801]

And the biggest Iron Maiden Fan of them all got the best place in the house. Right behind the kit in front of the amazing orchestra. Good to see Nico back after the stroke!

[@SDartmoor]

Oh wow, i've been listening to Iron Maiden for almost 40 years and this arrangement just blew my mind - Fantastic, Thank You 😎

[@intradibles]

Post-stroke Nicko is still the best! That was soooo crazy!

[@Almost027]

Nope.

[@markpitts5194]

@@Almost027 yup

[@Almost027]

@@markpitts5194 looks like a bear has stepped on your ear, dude. He is off AF.

[@emersongomes8000]

Niko and his huge contribution to Heavy Metal drumming way to play... I'm curious if he's ready to face one more tour.

[@iainbradford4254]

Up the Irons! Per Mare, Per Terram. Amazing performance from all involved

[@davidian7787]

I used to play bass in a band, way back and you lock in with the drummer to drive it. Nicko and Steve Harris got it and it was a gift to anyone who listens to Maiden.

[@familienlund4879]

I can't tell how much respect I have for this man. He's been a role model for me as a drummer, and a human being for the majority of my life. Seeing him play in all kind of settings with fans and collegues and of course with Maiden, he's always had a positive attitude and an open mindset towards the public. I absolute honour this. Seeing him with The HM Royal Marines in this video here just makes me bow my head in awe. Nicko, you truly are a master of your trade, and you are not nowhere near being finished with your mission yet! Looking forward to seeing you on the road in the future! And thank you, Nicko!

[@michaelgray1351]

One word for this performance AWESOME 🤘🤘👏👏👏

[@raunovittaniemi4905]

Han är ju fantastiskt trummis...har alltid gillat han .snäll och samtidigt mycket genial tacktöversyn.....kör på Nicko......👍❤️❤️

[@raulalbuquerque6846]

Tears, tears, tears... 🤘 Mr. Steve Harris, please, please.... IRON MAIDEN + ORCHESTRA!! EPIC! CLASSIC! PHENOMENAL!! EXCITING!! CHILLING!! BEAUTIFUL!!

[@Truthseeker1984wales.]

Nicko looks like he's having the best time and the marines played bloody amazing too! I actually found it emotional, especially when my grandsons favourite song "Run to the Hills" came on!

[@brian_mfr]

I feel so proud, this is my favorite band ever. It was amazing. Good for you Mr. Nikko Mc. Braiiiiiiiiiiin!

[@scottbouchard2673]

Not gonna lie, this is awesome. Those guitar players need to get props.

[@chadstokes6532]

I love the faces Nicko makes.. Looks like he is trying to push out the biggest terd possible but loving every second of it

[@stargazrBrass]

OMG. That. Was AMAZING!!! 🎉 god bless those feet, arms and hands of a master. Nicko. I love you. You are truly a phenomenon. You and the rest of those boys and girls did a fantastic job. You did Maiden justice. I’m just stunned. I’m proud to be a fan and dam proud of your work. UP THE IRONS!!!!!

[@420_johny2]

Clean my tears, i cannot see! 🥲

[@jayusher576]

I think I have something in my eye as well.

[@LineuLucas]

Oh for god's sake, what is this? Well, this is a sonic tapestry of epic proportions, woven with the virtuosic threads of musical legends, the Massed Bands of His Majesty's Royal Marines and Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain delivered a performance that transcended the boundaries of mortal comprehension, leaving the audience spellbound in a state of euphoric awe.

[@CBadger]

Aces High played that way, fully orchestrated, sounds almost like a Final Fantasy boss theme to me. Overall though, absolutely epic.

[@jimmymorrison8314]

Wow! Two of my favourite bands playing together. Blown away. 🤘👌

[@deanworsley2244]

I'm beginning to think the Maiden guys are really unstoppable, first Bruce kicks cancer's arse then Nicko "pfft, what stroke?" What a performance guys, those guys on guitar haven't embarrassed themselves at all, Davey, Adrian and Janick would've loved those solos, bravo from an Aussie vet, Maiden nut and bagpiper (what a mix eh) ❤

[@marthastubbs8321]

Blaze beat a heart attack too

[@eduardogw7167]

Excellent !!! Fantastic recognition for Iron Maiden. They well deserve to be ambassadors of the English flag. The performance of this military guitarist is excellent. Dream night for him... Hugs from Lisbon. 🇵🇹 Up the Irons !💪🏻

[@paulocarvalho6480]

Oh gods. What's not to love about Nicko? A very kind hearted, polite, always smiling and the best heavy metal drummer in the world. I'm so glad he has recovered from that scary stroke. Anyone else in his place would be complaining about their bad luck.

[@josephkirsch4650]

It's impossible to not smile while watching Nicko play😊

[@timothyhetherington]

Iron maiden is legendary! How awesome we get to still see this band in 2024.

[@snaper19krille44]

2025. I hope in Sweden

[@martin1203]

Metal marines wow way to go.fantastic you done maiden proud .Bruce Dickerson proud and all the guys in Iron maiden. Greatest Heavy metal group in the world. Mother's and fathers thought their offspring would be corrupted by this sound.Yet here they are applauding it. How times change. Should have had Bruce there to join in that would have been something.

[@clintonbos9252]

Just brilliant. Love watching Nicko and those are 2 great guitarists. An honor for Nicko and the boys of Iron Maiden.

[@paulhopkins5353]

Major Davis, you rock, keep up the great work. Congrats to all RMBS.

[@Busc-j9m]

Were so thankful youre back Niko. Ur the greatest drummer. God bless !!

[@badllama8090]

Absolutely bloody brilliant! How did i not see this advertised before it happened??

[@AvStevieStevenJamesDrums]

Much love and blessings Nicko 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@ayronmeyden560]

"A Metall heart is too hard to be torn apart!" Glad to see that Nicko compensated his stroke so well!👍👍

[@jayspears7245]

🥁look at that handsome guy...

[@Richie_]

Never seen a drummer to be so happy playing. Up the Irons..

[@waynelee17]

Wow, as a Maiden fan since their first album, it's great to see that the music can be adapted to suit all generations. This was a pleasure to watch

[@vobis002]

Iron Maiden will lives forever

[@ChadSebald]

I have a smile on my face watching this. So wonderful.

[@TheBlindAndTheBeautiful]

This may be the closest we ever get to seeing Maiden with a symphony. And honestly... I'm OK if this is as close as we get. These guys went all in on this and did something special

[@SUKOCONANUNGMETAL]

"Woow Amazing...!!" 🤘👍😎

[@doomsdaygray]

You can tell Nic is having a great time! Up the irons from Michigan!!

[@nesmaster14]

Cheers to Nicko! 💪Also, seeing marines shredding Iron Maiden is something I didn't know I had to see

[@captaincodisleofman5316]

Absolutely incredible.....great to see the people who protect our liberty enjoy music. Humbled ❤

[@MarkkuDrummer]

Did not know what hit me! Wow. One of the coolest things I have seen on youtube. Tears in my eyes so beautiful.

[@ViceSquad]

We used to play RAF Northolt for the Royal Marines Band, they are a wonderful bunch of people, had some great times in the NAAFI with em ROCK ON guys and girls 💥❤💥

[@kimelks9163]

I was at this show... I was so emotional to witness this.. as I was going into cancer surgery 3 days later... I was sat up behind the band... those guitarists omg ! Phenomenal gig! Well done Nicko x

[@Jay-ju9jw]

Chills watching this! Speechless… Truly amazing!!!! Long live the Maiden!!!! 🔥🔥

[@RealCelticGamer]

Absolutely phenomenal! Good to see, and hear Nicko back where he belongs!

[@allison663]

Love everything about it, Maiden and military band , a perfect match.

[@The_Original_Truebrit]

The guitarists nailed it.

[@shanegriffin2215]

I was in tears watching this. The whole thing was just amazing. Nicko is a legend. And to come back after a major stroke so close behind him just continues to give evidence for a loving Creator that is not through with him yet!

[@grantwallace1882]

Oh my God...... That was so great. They must have all had so much fun. I love the guitarist trying desperately not to rock out too much and lose all decorum.

[@blangfrd]

Seeing the pure joy on Nicko’s face … is so incredible. He’s absolutely loving watching the drumline too!

[@ragnarl9130]

Who ever came up with this is a genius,,, I'm a veteran, and I life long iron Maiden fan, I also play guitar,,, haha perfection for me,,, outstanding

[@thrymthorson2929]

great job, great performance of everyone but hands down to the strat player for nailing down the solos 1:1

[@bellbird]

So glad to see Nicko back (and wearing his normal footwear). What a marvelous tribute to Iron Maiden. Up the Irons.

[@roberthowes6614]

To think that RM Corporal can perfectly play an Iron Maiden solo one day and go and build an igloo somewhere in the Artic just goes to prove how well trained these guys are.

[@andreassinopoulos298]

Awesome concert! That guitarist with the strat is great, doin justice to the parts!

[@JamesWilliams-rp4ll]

Whatever your stances are on war as a concept, we all have to agree that this is pretty damn amazing.

[@user-lr4ht1uw1z]

What's amazing is that these great musicians also chose to possibly die to save their country. Something that most people would never have the balls to do.

[@alexkremer6243]

Stunning. What a great concert. Nico excellent on drums.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@gshockbabe6144]

🤟Rock on The Maidens and The Royal Marines!🤟🇬🇧The best of British!🇬🇧

[@miguelc.angelo3327]

Fantastic. Greetings from a very old ally. Portugal

[@gurlerium]

incredible work. different soft vibe. arrangement is nice. HATS OFF

[@AnthonyAnthony-tk4ye]

You go Nic!!! Beautiful artwork on the kit too!

[@TheHorrorificPodcast]

Well done Niko, well done Royals! Up the Irons! Per Mare Per Terram!

[@Ricardoflorenciocaruaru]

Sem palavras. Uma pérola do Metal. Vida longa ao Mr. NICKO MCBRAIN

[@MattMendians]

Amazing! Nicko just had a stroke recently so I’m happy to see him back again!

[@D_E_V_]

Complimenti. Greetings from italy 🎉

[@Power_DC_Official]

The sound of the snare is killer!

[@garethparr9482]

Quite simply one of the best things Iv ever seen. Tears rolling down my cheeks as I watch 1 because of Nicko and his recent health scare 2 because iron maiden are the best band ever!! And 3 because when you see the British armed forces doing what they do my heart nearly burst out my chest I’m so proud to be British ❤️💪👏

[@zuperpailon]

The "formality" of this somehow makes it sool damn cool

[@drumtech1976]

what a honor!! up the Irons!

[@DevonMel]

Fantastic - and they included my favourite IM song, Run To The Hills

[@Rg452]

Absolutely great performance!! Up the irons!!

[@stevielovelight1]

WOW! NICKO & THIS ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE TOTALLY ROCKED!! 🤩🥳🥳🥳 BRAVO & THANK YOU!!! 🥁🥁🥁🎻🎸🎷🎺🎸🎵🎵🎶🎶🎵🎵🎶👍😎❤🤝💥💫💥💫💥✨✨✨

[@Goosebear77]

I feel like a cup tea after that. BRAVO!!!

[@johanjofo]

Totally amazing❣️ Bless Nicko 🙏🏼❣️🤘🏼

[@MUSICLIFE179]

That was amazing, i had so many goosebumps. Thanks for the privilege, well done everybody.

[@magnuspersson1100]

Nicko clearly shows his talent and to see the joy in his face when playing is awesome!!