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

[@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 🙏🏻

[@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!

[@pedroaraujods]

The girl at 1:36 is singing without reading the lyrics and smiling towards Nicko... A true maiden fan!

[@BMiKChile]

yes yeah yes yeah!!!

[@danialm8122]

practice make her singing without reading the lyrics.

[@christschinwon]

Saucy!

[@steve-vx3lx]

noticed that

[@Kubixx10098]

@@danialm8122 So I guess that neither the singers or the orchestra have practiced since they need the lyrics and notes.

[@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.

[@oxouk]

As a 50 year old life long Maiden fan, I just want to say that this entire performance was incredible. However, any maiden fan that has listened to their catalog and knows every single note of maidens solos will tell you that the Marine on the left with the dark hair absolutely crushed it! His tone, note placement, bends, etc...was dead on the money! Well done Sir! You don't play that well just from reading sheet music. I promise you he's 100% a Maiden fan.

[@temekuguy3465]

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

[@willselley6693]

Two Royal Marines shredding The Trooper solo has got to be the coolest thing ever.

[@clintonbos9252]

I totally agree. 2 very good guitarists

[@PokojniToza1804]

They had to nail it. Either that or latrine duty for the whole week.

[@EdisonBernal-gy6nt]

That sólo was incredible

[@adammason2049]

The most Ironic thing ever, the song is about the white man invading foreign lands and killing the indigenous population, it's a protest song.

[@Perseus7567]

@@adammason2049 What's ironic about that?

[@AngelicusImmortus]

Great to see Niko powering away after his stroke, still awesome.

[@RaceDayReplay]

surely a dream come true for the guitarists

[@ByTorSnowDog2112]

That was incredible. Forty years ago Iron Maiden was scaring the pants off parents as they were going to corrupt the youth - and now they're basically a national treasure. Eff that. They're a global treasure. Can't wait to see Maiden live again this November in Fort Worth... where I saw them for the very first time back in 1988.

[@1972BoNeZ666]

YES, THIS? CERTAINLY MAKES UP FOR ALL OF THIS SO CALLED DEVILS MUSIC 🤣. PRETTY GoD DAMNED COOL.

[@mord-seed]

Maiden suck. Steve Harris and his music are good

[@temekuguy3465]

@@1972BoNeZ666 I remember I hid these albums from my parents. lol

[@Masterfighterx]

@@1972BoNeZ666 Why the ?

[@the_trooper_72]

Maiden are a National Institution!!! 🤘🏻😎

[@mykeday]

What I love most watching this is the joy on Nico's face. Knowing what he's been through recently and here he is playing at the top of his game is inspirational.

[@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!!!

[@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!

[@ChadSebald]

Can we take a second to appreciate the artwork on the drums?

[@jackburton2680]

Absolutely not, no, we cant

[@ChadSebald]

@@jackburton2680 🤓

[@martijnc.8249]

@@jackburton2680 But let's do it anyway. For the drums of the Royal Marines and especially for mister Nicko McBrain!

[@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!🤘

[@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 🙋‍♂️🙏

[@joserubenpolrico3441]

Gran comentario eres genial tío.

[@fillo1971]

​​@@joserubenpolrico3441 Grazie a te, per le tue parole. Davvero grazie amico

[@phillipzx3754]

Dude playing the Strat is on point. 👍

[@i2ifw10]

as a US Marine and Maiden being my fav band,I loved hearing/seeing this.much respect to them all.

[@GeorgeNormanJhb]

It's about time the establishment acknowledge Maiden for their contribution to music and British culture. Up the Irons!!!

[@SoFiK-DP]

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

[@titoz5019]

The guitarists are doing so well in resisting of making "The Face" when they hit the solos. 🤣

[@stephenallsman8913]

They were head banging a bit though! Lol😂

[@mykeday]

I know it's quite impossible to make a good bend without a guitar face.

[@equijano]

Check him out at 6:23...LOL. Hard to resist, man!!

[@stargazrBrass]

That took a lot snd I mean a lot of restraint. Great f’n job.

[@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

[@gillmietti]

I'm 55 years old, I play for fun in a rock band here in São Paulo Brazil I met Nicko when he came with Iron Maiden to São Paulo Brasil 1996 for a presentation of one of your drum clinics session on Cultura Inlglesa English school. Very kind guy patiently autographed around 200 banners, CDs and records from crazy fans in two stages of presentation,What a blessing to see that he recovered !

[@TinusTegenlicht]

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

[@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

[@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

[@PrinceJ933]

The entire show was AWESOME! (Yes, I'm from the U.S.). Nicko was incredible. However, the entire Band of HM Marines is always a sight to see and a treat to hear. Special congratulations to your Marines on the Strat and the Les Paul guitars. They ROCK! I love it when there is a fusion of Rock/Metal and accompanied by so many instruments, with the iconic HM Marine snare drummers marching and playing with their military precision. BRAVO!

[@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 :)

[@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!

[@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...

[@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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@xw1ngnutsx952]

The guitarist nailed the solos.

[@jeremyboles2558]

American here. One of the coolest things I’ve ever seen.

[@SDartmoor]

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

[@stephensmith4480]

That was Absolutely fantastic. Nicko playing with the Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines. That Royal Marine Lead Guitarist was Brilliant. 💯% Guys well done 🙏👍

[@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!

[@jimmybach1951]

Awesome!!! Love it how Nicko has a big smile on his face hammering the drums

[@christianboddum8783]

The reward of sticking to it for a long time, I guess he would have loved to have his parents there....

[@apbozo]

Nicko sempre superando! Maiden!

[@andrewwickstead3802]

Looks like nicko had an amazing time with this

[@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.

[@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.

[@Captain-Iglo]

Nicko is back in town, behind the drums. Good to see him back after being very ill. Recovered as a beast !

[@michaelgray1351]

One word for this performance AWESOME 🤘🤘👏👏👏

[@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

[@deanmc178]

absolutely brilliant . with so many songs from maiden based around war and conflict , this was a treasure to watch

[@RealCelticGamer]

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

[@jimmymorrison8314]

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

[@richardcarter5404]

I have been a massive Maiden Fan for the last 40 years and to see Nicko perform with The Band Of The Royal Marines is incredible, especially after recovering from a stroke. Massive respect to Nicko and massive respect to the Royal Marines. Up The Irons !!!!!!!

[@VincenzoMirabello-xy6zw]

May God always bless you Nicko and take care, get ready for the big event in 2025 50 years of Maiden🤘🤘🎸🥁🎤🔥🔥🔥☮❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@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!

[@kostaspanos]

whatever we say, this band is a myth, a legend, the best that the metal scene has produced!!! a fanatical fan for 30 years... I hope to be here one more time, to see them again in Greece!!

[@curtissmith5894]

Are you kidding me !!! This is not only a honor but freaking awesome for us , the military and Nicko . Awesome.

[@andreadellascala7292]

I feel like crying about how lucky I was to be a teenager in the 80's.

[@lsu1992]

Amen. Gen X childhood was the greatest ever.

[@rgthjdrtyjrtyjdrtyjr]

was born in 82 and by 1990 I realized my generations music was sub par at best. . . Found Metallica cause of the stupid black album, my badass drummer uncle turned me onto the good stuff, then Megadeth, then one day I was hangin out and he hooked me up with Piece of Mind, and Seventh Son, and Unleashed in the East. . . at first I didnt get it. Didnt have that crunchy thrashy sound the mid 80s big 4 had. Then!!! as my guitar skills grew I began to realize the magic in Dualing guitars, and it only opened a gateway to a better understanding of how nuanced and skilled Irond Maiden and Priest were. Holy shit and the Vocals. . .and the Bass. . . and the Guitars. . . and the extremely punctuated epic drumming. To this day if Im ever asked who I think the best metal band is its always Maiden>Priest>Sabbath>Dio>Metallica>Megadeth and pretty much in that order

[@jackburton2680]

Pathetic

[@GeorgeNormanJhb]

Amen!!!!

[@RedBeardTattoo]

I had the pleasure of meeting Nicko at a drum client in Harrisburg PA USA @ Dales Drum Shop, this was 1984/5, very nice Gentleman. God Bless you Nicko, keep rocking!

[@paulhopkins5353]

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

[@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!

[@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 !💪🏻

[@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.

[@AvStevieStevenJamesDrums]

Much love and blessings Nicko 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@andysteele5707]

What on earth? Amazing, how did this come together. Wow, Nicko, Legend. What a fantastic performance from all.

[@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.

[@Военно-исторический-л7ш]

I've grown up with this band since I was a child in the 90s and I still listen to great music. Give all these musicians health and good luck, they need rest already, and if they still have gunpowder in their soul, They wet the metal .

[@S666GRJ]

Love how Nico is just loving life.

[@j-sin3344]

Love to see Nicko having this much fun, if you asked them in the late 70s thru the 80s and 90s if he would be smiling this much after 50 years, Im sure its pure joy. I had 3 Iron Maiden posters in my room in Holyoke Massachusetts back in 1986, never even heard an Iron Maiden song, my girlfriend got me Somewhere in Time and I was hooked!!

[@stro_photography]

fantastic !! Maiden and the awesome talents of the HM Royals !! Thank you !

[@raulalbuquerque6846]

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

[@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.

[@iainbradford4254]

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

[@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.

[@corbysloan4926]

SEMPER-FI and Up the Irons from this US Marine and Iron Maiden fan

[@gshockbabe6144]

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

[@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!

[@tommystravels64]

If this doesn’t raise the hairs on your arms and neck… then you have no soul or pulse!! Absolutely FANTASTIC!!! 🇬🇧🤘🏻⚡️. Royal Marines ROCK! 💪🏻

[@denominator208]

Great show. This Icelander has loved Maiden for 25 years, they've stayed closed to my heart since I was a teenager. Got to see them here in '04 on their Early Days Tour. The only time I've seen them and I'll never forget.

[@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

[@SimonDickinson-nq2uk]

I’m a lifelong maiden fan and I have to say that was one of the best things I have ever seen. Congrats to all involved.

[@ІгунінДмитро]

Awesome gig, sergeant on the guitar 🎸🎉🎉🎉

[@michaelmclaughlin9410]

Man alive, this is totally out of the envelope by both the Rock Establishment AND the Royal Marines Band SERVICE loved the RM Band staff answering Nickos call to the drums!! ... excellent guys, bloody excellent!

[@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.

[@brian_mfr]

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

[@420_johny2]

Clean my tears, i cannot see! 🥲

[@jayusher576]

I think I have something in my eye as well.

[@EB1878]

This is awesome! Up the Irons, Nicko. 😊 🤘 So glad to see you're doing well.

[@andreassinopoulos298]

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

[@DMEB]

Up the irons and long live nicko. I saw this man just weeks after having a stroke playing with his usual fury live. Love this

[@timothyhetherington]

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

[@snaper19krille44]

2025. I hope in Sweden

[@blangfrd]

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

[@davuksta5116]

Incredible! Greetings from Bavaria!

[@clintonbos9252]

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

[@samright4661]

This has to be the Coolest Marines in the world! That Marine playing the Strat is an Absolute monster player, I’m going to name him Sargent Shredder!

[@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!!!!!

[@stephenhenning2538]

Great stuff. Nice one Royals & up the Irons!

[@paparia_mentoles]

Absolutely stunning

[@raunovittaniemi4905]

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

[@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

[@Goosebear77]

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

[@MattMendians]

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

[@Makku293]

There are a few top Metal bands in the world, but the impact of Iron Maiden has no equal. They introduced Metal to the world.

[@davidbrown8760]

Just Outstanding all of you thanks so much.

[@scottbouchard2673]

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

[@jonchristie7623]

Just wow. Nico at the drums is just❤. The Eddie artwork on the drums in different battle field dress is stunning and the band of the RM are the best in the world bar none. Truly exceptional peice of theatre and those who witnessed it at Royal Albert are very lucky people. Well done to everyone involved