The other comments in this thread makes me uncertain if its the medical physicians we should thank, or an upper being in the sky (which also would be responsible for the stroke in the first hand)
@@iamjesper Well, since there's no such childish thing as a god, or ghosts, or a boogeyman, then I guess we should be thanking the medical professionals. Grow up.
He is a wonderful man and I got to spend a little time with him years ago just talking face to face about stuff in general. I'm a professional drummer but it's nice to just talk about other stuff. *Nico is a great person and an inspiration.* ❤️🔥🤘🏽
To all the doctors and nursing staff at the hospital: thank you, thank you so much for keeping Nicko and his incredible talent with us. It was only because of you and Nicko's hard rehabilitation work, that I was able to fulfill my heart's desire and see Iron Maiden live in Dortmund, Germany for the first time ever. My Mum had a stroke at the age of 34 that was in 1990. All of her left side was paralyzed. She managed to learn to walk again, but it was more like “dragging her foot behind her”. Her left arm didn't recover and stays paralyzed.
This dude lives down the road from me. A very nice man. Run into him at concerts in boca and pompano beach amphitheater. Hes religious now but I’m thanking baptist health/regional for fixing him. He has a lot more drumming to do. Im glad he thanked you guys as well. Peace.
Are you saying that Nicko's not religious or that you are not religious? It wasn't entirely clear the way you worded it (Nicko is a born again christian). Cheers!
@@Nghilifa yea I know he is. He goes to Spanish river church. I was just saying he’s now religious but he thanked the doctors. Usually it’s alway god that gets the first thanks and not the doctors that paid for their schooling for 8 years and all the work they did to fix him. Many obviously don’t recover from strokes. He got good care and a lot of luck and the doctors deserve all the thanks and praise.
You are lucky to know him. Tell him he's loved by all Maiden fans. We are so grateful that he's well and going to be back behind the kit. We look for his smiling face back there. My boys go to many of Maiden's shows in Canada. We love this band and this drummer. Maiden for life. Three generations of fans in our family.
I saw him play 10 times on the last tour. The first time was the second show of the tour, and it was very noticeable that there was something up. He played very carefully and barely any fills. I then saw them a bunch of times all throughout the tour, and he got better every single time. By the middle of the tour, he was on fire. It's honestly amazing. What a legend. We love you Nicko.
Ten times for one tour is incredible. Good for you! Hopefully you get to see many more shows. In 1987 Iron Maiden was my first concert. The Somewhere In Time Tour. The opening band was Yngwie Malmsteen. A great performance by Yngwie and Iron Maiden. The show was at the famous Long Beach Arena in Long Beach, California, United States. The same arena where Iron Maiden's Live After Death album was recorded during the Powerslave Tour 1 or 2 years earlier. The concert I attended was a good memory of my teenage years. Never saw Iron Maiden again. Life got busy in the Air Force for the next 25+ years. A reminder to cherish every phase of life and try to slow down enough to value what you're doing at any particular time and the people you care for most. Wasted Years is the song I like most from the Somewhere In Time album. Aside from it simply being an outstanding piece of music, the lyrics were a reminder to me every time I listened to the song. I recommend every Maiden fan listen to it this week and focus on the lyrics. Crank up the volume.
@@RedondoBeach2 Thank you!:) I'm travelling to Australia later this year to catch 6 of their shows:) That sounds like an incredible memory! Somewhere in Time is something else! You should try and catch them on the current tour, if you can! It's the perfect tour, especially as a fan of Somewhere in Time!:)
@@RedondoBeach2 The lyrics are amazing, man. Adrian Smith is a genius. I'm sure he felt that way while composing it. He might have also felt the contradiction between yearning for the past and valuing the present.
@@mrcoatsworth429 Portalnd OR this Friday. I saw them in Tacoma last month and by myself. Not driving to Portland from up here by myself again but wish i had someone to go with then i would. He was perfect so was Bruce and everybody else.
I’ve met and hung out with Nicko a couple of times and he’s an absolute gentleman. Glad to see he’s recovered well. May The Lord continue to bless him.
I met him and Bruce in a pub in Chiswick many years ago now, when they were launching Trooper beer. Such a lovely guy, chatted for over an hour, and bought us a couple of pints!
Then plz transfer this to him: Dear Nicko, as an old Maiden fan I owe you: Try the herbs Lions mane and Gingko Biloba for your brains recovery and why not also try Homeopathy and Reiki. On all those you ll feel instant difference which means if you don't, change the brand or practitioner.
You must get treatment as soon as possible with a Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA), a stroke. Without treatment permanent damage or death. Don't be hesitant to get help if you have symptoms. Iron Maiden is permanently in my Brain! I saw them in Honolulu in 85. I was introduced to Iron Maiden by MTV. Good job Nicko getting treatment soon is essential. Stay safe and keep us rocking! Love you man!
Thank you to all those who looked after Nicko and got him back on to his drums, and praise God in Jesus Christ name for giving us more time with Nicko mcbrain and iron maiden, the joy he brings is so much bigger than anyone knows, he brings happiness and positivity to millions and millions of people, I'm one of them, thank you Nicko , God bless, we love you.
@@micknordstrom2591 my point is that god has nothing to do with making sick people healthy again. if that were the case we wouldnt have any hospitals and only churches
You're doing well Nicko. Just saw you live at The Prudential Center in Newark. Thanks for inspiring many other people who have had a stroke. I'm sure you give them hope. Take care, good buddy. See you next time.
Very fortunate man. I had a stroke in March of 2019; my left side is paralyzed as a result; what sucks is that I was a left handed artist and painter. Have not been able to use my left hand since then. I’m very grateful to hear he did not lose the ability to use his right arm or hand! It ain’t no damn fun!
This Man owns/runs one hell of a BBQ restaurant in Florida. Iron Maiden themed, of course. "Rock and Roll Ribs" Coconut Creek Fl. Go check em out. His band plays shows there as well, and you can actually shake hands and meet him just like a normal person. Because he is. I've ate myself sick in that joint😂
Great food there, and I had the good fortune to run into Nicko the one time I was able to visit several years ago. Definitely have to get back there someday soon!
There was never a complaint about Nicko. He tries to excel and hardly messes up from what I think. May God bless him another round of playing the drums for Maiden. Let's see how many more years Iron Maiden can shine!
Good work getting our Nicko back on track. Just saw the.boys play in perth (west australia) and you'd never know Nicko had undergone a serious injury, the man was on fire.
Outstanding! As a stroke survivor myself I can relate. I had a stroke when I was 39 years old and 2005. Congratulations on your recovery and every single day you get better and better and better.
As a stroke survivor myself (minor one just over a year ago) glad to see you up and about doing what you do best. God bless ya Nicko, and as always, UP THE IRONS!!!!
Your words struck a chord with me. I had a TIA Minor stroke on NYE Dec 2022. I had no idea what was happening to me. What followed was life-saving major open heart surgery and months of recovery. Like Nicko, I'm also a drummer and a Londoner. I'm not in Nicko's league (obviously!) but like him, it's been my lifetime passion for over 40 years. To think I'd never play again or even hold a drumstick was unthinkable. I have made a full recovery and I'm back playing. My own resilience and determination even shocked me. I hope you're doing well after the stroke.
@Colinl3052 I'm also a drummer. I started playing at 11yo and had a stroke at 49yo. 2 and a half years on and I still can't hold a drumstick but your story of recovery and Nicko's story of recovery gives me hope that one day I'll play again.
@garyb4356 Sorry to hear your story, Gary. Don't give up hope. All the time I was laid up in hospital, I kept thinking about playing drums again. Everyone is different, and our bodies are unique. We all recover at different speeds. I was lucky enough to be home 5 days after my major operation. I did all the rehabilitation and walked as much as I could. I sat tapping whenever I could and felt inclined to. Drumming is such a physical thing, and we feel it more than other musos. So, when our strength goes, our confidence goes with it. Don't forget that you can beat this (no pun intended!), and you will. Try to stay positive, keep your mind strong, and gradually try to regain the use of your limbs. Good luck, mate. You can do this!
Nicko , buddy, sincere congrats! I’m also a drummer, just turned 59yo. I played on the road for a few years back in early 2000s. Country music. What can I say, I’m from and live in Kentucky. But I can not hold a candle to you , my friend. I may have played country, but I’m a huge rock fan! You, Peart, Copeland, and my favorite since 1978, Phil Rudd, my top influences. So happy for you and of course Maiden! You are one of the good guys and our world needs more Nicko Mcbrains.
He's the whole reason I play drums in the first place. I'm 48 and almost had to have surgery on my left hand which still gives me trouble to this day. But I carry on. Awesome to see my hero not giving up!!!
@@DG-sf9ei Guess you've never played drums in your life, it's now about how many drums you have, how fast you play, or even keeping perfect time all of the time. It's about creativity. Try and create your OWN sound on a drum kit, write your own original material on drums/and music. Then get back to me. Or go back to playing your skin flute. Since you're about 10-12 years old son. Later.
My mom transitioned having a stroke while we were holding hands. To see Nicko back at it after this at his age and he's still better than most drummers will ever be is awesome. His brothers at Maiden slowed the pace to cater to his physical capabilities shows thwir love for him!!!
@@DG-sf9eipeople like you are stuck in the 70s. 3/4 of Black Sabbath was Catholic, and they arguably invented the genre. Time and time again it’s been proven these artists are just telling a story and not promoting Satanism or anything of that nature.
Baptist Health is renowned for their neurological care, even here in North Carolina. I’m a brain tumor survivor and and I owe my life to Baptist Health although the name has been changed to Atrium Health now.
I live in Miami, and Baptist has a very good team of doctors. My doctors are all from Baptist. So thankfully, Nicko went to them for help. I am glad to hear of his recovery. I say that personally, as a drummer!
May God watch over you Nicko 5:32 . You are a great person and great dummer. I listen to your music everyday while working out. Saw yu live at 3 concerts 2 at PNC in NJ great
Being a drummer myself, an Iron Maiden fan, watching my dad survive two strokes, and being a Baptist who loves God (Baptist Health) I caught that, I'm glad Nicko had such a great team. The people who work stroke units are really special. They have great patience and from what I saw with my father's team they love helping people regain their lives. Up the Irons!
I saw Maiden play in New Zealand in September 2024. Nicko was hidden in the set. Not sure whether that's normal for Maiden, but the drumming sounded good. He came out at the end of the concert to thank all the fans. Great guy!
I saw Nicko McBrain for the very first time in 82' playing with Maiden and have been a fan since. Special thanks to Baptist Health for bringing Nicko through but I'm also very grateful for Nicko's relationship with the King of Kings. May He continue to bless you always..........
Had the pleasure of meeting Nicko a few weeks prior to this posting. He spoke of his stroke and his road back to recovery openly. He's very grateful to his lord as well as his recovery team. He played a great show. I thanked him for being a major part of the soundtrack of my life. All the best to him and his medical staff. Iron Maiden Forever !! 🤘
As a Maiden fan I thank you from the bottom of my heart! He’s the reason why I started drumming back in 1983! Also, I can just imagine how much he made you all laugh. Such a warm and funny guy! Up the Irons!
Thank you Baptist Health and the entire medical team. Me and my son had the pleasure of seeing Nicko and the rest of Maiden start their latest US tour in San Diego last night. He played amazingly!! Sounded so good and it made me smile seeing him play every time the camera cut to him on the big screen. What an awesome video this is. Thank you again Baptist Health!
nicko has always been one of my heroes..... not only for his drumming, but he's also been such a good role model for drummers and is a complete gentleman... his regard for music so classy, he speaks with such regard about everyone and everything... so glad he's back playing, can't wait to see Maiden in Toronto this October!! See you there Nicko....
As a life long Maiden fan, all the way back to before Nicko joined the band, I just want to say thanks to all the folks at Boca Raton Regional Hospital for getting the lad healthy and back out on the road. He's a character. Even if he didn't play again, seeing him in good health and able to tell all those stories means a lot but he's playing and loving life! Up the Irons!
He's a sweet man and one tough mofo too! God is a Maiden fan fo' sure! "Heaven can wait! "Good health & safe travels to Nicko and the whole Maiden family🥁🤘💂🤘🎶🎶🎶
Glad to see you've recovered Nicko. I'm 71 years old, and I remember the 70's when you were with the Pat Travers Band, and I heard the Makin' Magic album for the first time. You, Mars, and Pat were great on that album. You're one great drummer.
Thank you to every member of his care team. This was only possible, because of the entire team. Much like Maiden, it's not just one bloke. Stay healthy Nicko! Love your work! Thanks for all you've done and sacrificed for your fans. Keep your Iron's UP!!!!!
Hard to believe everyone gets that much care. His own doctor was praising him . No credits from me Doc . I am sure he had the best of care in every single way
What a sound bloke! Nicko, you're determination is inspiring. Yes, a great medical team, but Nicko did the hard work here. All the best for the future. Keep pounding those skins!
Great to hear some excellent news. I'm so happy that things are going well for Nicko. I saw Iron Maiden once and had a great time. Look forward to more music etc. with Nicko :)
Nicko I wish you all the luck in the world and a great recovery! Thank you to the entire medical team committed to the recovery of this magnificent drummer! From Brazil... up the irons!
Outstanding. Thank you to all the Doctors, Nurses, Therapists, all involved in helping him become strong and get through this very scary time. God Bless you all . Nikko is such a kind soul and wonderful talent. So happy he’s back on his first chair doing what he does best ! Thank you all
Saw him in 1983 at the Frankfurt Music Messe. He just tried out some drums. Very polite and unassuming. I was in doubt, but my buddy pointed out: "Hey, that's Nicko McBrain!". He just smiled politely. What a gentleman.
Bless you all. Not only because you have helped our beloved rock star to recover but because I really believe you are doing a great job no matters who seeks your help. Thank You. Iron Maiden fans around the world are grateful. Greetings from Lisboa, PORTUGAL
Thank God for Great Doctors. Nicko I'm so glad you caught onto your troubles so very early and understood you needed to get to a hospital so quickly. May you continue your journey and keep pushing this story out to the public. Strokes can and will hit anyone at any time and yes at any age. May God continue to Bless the Doctors and Nurses of the World
Bless you people, for helping our hero. Iron maiden fan since 1983, and Nicko was one of my biggest inspirations and influences to grab the sticks and start drumming. Thank you and bless you. We need him, Nicko is the Ringo Starr of Heavy Metal💖
This man is precious. The world needs Nicko McBrain and Iron Maiden. Up The Irons.
Well stated! Up the IRONS, mate!
Absolutely.Up the Irons
He is very inspiring!
Here here!
Up the Irons 🤘
He's a nice guy, I went to one of his evening with Nicko shows, also very funny individual, best of Luck Nicko
The world is a better place when Nicko is behind his drums.
Class act indeed! 😎
The Iron Maiden fans are thanking you!
The other comments in this thread makes me uncertain if its the medical physicians we should thank, or an upper being in the sky (which also would be responsible for the stroke in the first hand)
@@iamjesper Well, since there's no such childish thing as a god, or ghosts, or a boogeyman, then I guess we should be thanking the medical professionals. Grow up.
Isn't it incredible that Nicko, a drummer, did his rehab at this institute called DRUMMOND!
Great drummer and a true gentleman. Still going strong, man is over 70 and still beat the drums like a young panther.
He is a wonderful man and I got to spend a little time with him years ago just talking face to face about stuff in general. I'm a professional drummer but it's nice to just talk about other stuff.
*Nico is a great person and an inspiration.*
❤️🔥🤘🏽
He pounds em like a young buckskin for sure I’ve seen em over 10 times and they disappoint
"true gentleman",.....Exactly.
Age doesn’t matter. Keep following your dreams like the Bryan Adams song ‘18 till I die.’
To all the doctors and nursing staff at the hospital: thank you, thank you so much for keeping Nicko and his incredible talent with us. It was only because of you and Nicko's hard rehabilitation work, that I was able to fulfill my heart's desire and see Iron Maiden live in Dortmund, Germany for the first time ever.
My Mum had a stroke at the age of 34 that was in 1990. All of her left side was paralyzed. She managed to learn to walk again, but it was more like “dragging her foot behind her”. Her left arm didn't recover and stays paralyzed.
Horrible. At 34? Must have been some weak part from birth.. Glad she survived!!!!!!!!!!!!
❤❤❤❤❤
I’m so glad Nico is ok. This is an amazing band & I wish them all well! ❤️🤘🤘🤘❤️
Thanks to the Medical Team and long life to Niko!
This dude lives down the road from me. A very nice man. Run into him at concerts in boca and pompano beach amphitheater. Hes religious now but I’m thanking baptist health/regional for fixing him. He has a lot more drumming to do. Im glad he thanked you guys as well. Peace.
Are you saying that Nicko's not religious or that you are not religious? It wasn't entirely clear the way you worded it (Nicko is a born again christian).
Cheers!
@@Nghilifa yea I know he is. He goes to Spanish river church. I was just saying he’s now religious but he thanked the doctors. Usually it’s alway god that gets the first thanks and not the doctors that paid for their schooling for 8 years and all the work they did to fix him. Many obviously don’t recover from strokes. He got good care and a lot of luck and the doctors deserve all the thanks and praise.
You are lucky to know him. Tell him he's loved by all Maiden fans. We are so grateful that he's well and going to be back behind the kit. We look for his smiling face back there. My boys go to many of Maiden's shows in Canada. We love this band and this drummer. Maiden for life. Three generations of fans in our family.
Does he still have his Jaguar cars as their all very personal to him
He might be “ Religious” but do he believe in God or some other entity ?
Thank you Baptist Health for helping Nicko!!!!!!! Up The Irons!!!!!!! 🇬🇧
I hope Nick never has another stroke. A long life to an amazing drummer.
I saw him play 10 times on the last tour. The first time was the second show of the tour, and it was very noticeable that there was something up. He played very carefully and barely any fills. I then saw them a bunch of times all throughout the tour, and he got better every single time. By the middle of the tour, he was on fire. It's honestly amazing. What a legend.
We love you Nicko.
Ten times for one tour is incredible. Good for you! Hopefully you get to see many more shows. In 1987 Iron Maiden was my first concert. The Somewhere In Time Tour. The opening band was Yngwie Malmsteen. A great performance by Yngwie and Iron Maiden. The show was at the famous Long Beach Arena in Long Beach, California, United States. The same arena where Iron Maiden's Live After Death album was recorded during the Powerslave Tour 1 or 2 years earlier. The concert I attended was a good memory of my teenage years. Never saw Iron Maiden again. Life got busy in the Air Force for the next 25+ years. A reminder to cherish every phase of life and try to slow down enough to value what you're doing at any particular time and the people you care for most. Wasted Years is the song I like most from the Somewhere In Time album. Aside from it simply being an outstanding piece of music, the lyrics were a reminder to me every time I listened to the song. I recommend every Maiden fan listen to it this week and focus on the lyrics. Crank up the volume.
@@RedondoBeach2 Thank you!:) I'm travelling to Australia later this year to catch 6 of their shows:)
That sounds like an incredible memory! Somewhere in Time is something else! You should try and catch them on the current tour, if you can! It's the perfect tour, especially as a fan of Somewhere in Time!:)
@@RedondoBeach2 This is youtube and there's only thumbs but I wish I could ckick the 'heart' emoticon for your comment.
@@RedondoBeach2 The lyrics are amazing, man. Adrian Smith is a genius. I'm sure he felt that way while composing it. He might have also felt the contradiction between yearning for the past and valuing the present.
@@mrcoatsworth429 Portalnd OR this Friday. I saw them in Tacoma last month and by myself. Not driving to Portland from up here by myself again but wish i had someone to go with then i would. He was perfect so was Bruce and everybody else.
Iron Maiden is the best metal band of all time!!! 62-year-old metalhead here. So proud of you, Nicko!!! Irons up!!!!
I’ve met and hung out with Nicko a couple of times and he’s an absolute gentleman. Glad to see he’s recovered well.
May The Lord continue to bless him.
Yes ....
I met him and Bruce in a pub in Chiswick many years ago now, when they were launching Trooper beer. Such a lovely guy, chatted for over an hour, and bought us a couple of pints!
Then plz transfer this to him:
Dear Nicko, as an old Maiden fan I owe you:
Try the herbs Lions mane and Gingko Biloba for your brains recovery and why not also try Homeopathy and Reiki. On all those you ll feel instant difference which means if you don't, change the brand or practitioner.
You must get treatment as soon as possible with a Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA), a stroke. Without treatment permanent damage or death. Don't be hesitant to get help if you have symptoms. Iron Maiden is permanently in my Brain! I saw them in Honolulu in 85. I was introduced to Iron Maiden by MTV. Good job Nicko getting treatment soon is essential. Stay safe and keep us rocking! Love you man!
Thank you to all those who looked after Nicko and got him back on to his drums, and praise God in Jesus Christ name for giving us more time with Nicko mcbrain and iron maiden, the joy he brings is so much bigger than anyone knows, he brings happiness and positivity to millions and millions of people, I'm one of them, thank you Nicko , God bless, we love you.
A satanic band with a born again drummer..you are all so lost
Thank the medication instead of god
@@iamjesper I think McBrain himself thanks the Lord Almighty... he is a born again christian you know.
@@micknordstrom2591 my point is that god has nothing to do with making sick people healthy again. if that were the case we wouldnt have any hospitals and only churches
@@iamjesper your point is you just want to sh1t on people.
You're doing well Nicko. Just saw you live at The Prudential Center in Newark. Thanks for inspiring many other people who have had a stroke. I'm sure you give them hope. Take care, good buddy. See you next time.
Where Eagles dare introduced us to this legend. 😊Thanks, for all the great music.
yeah! it was like "hey guys,we got a new drummer".
My favorite Iron Maiden song!
I heard the intro as soon as I read it! 😎👍
Amazing, as I just posted my comments about Where Eagles Dare too. Excellent!
Very fortunate man. I had a stroke in March of 2019; my left side is paralyzed as a result; what sucks is that I was a left handed artist and painter. Have not been able to use my left hand since then. I’m very grateful to hear he did not lose the ability to use his right arm or hand! It ain’t no damn fun!
This Man owns/runs one hell of a BBQ restaurant in Florida.
Iron Maiden themed, of course.
"Rock and Roll Ribs"
Coconut Creek Fl.
Go check em out.
His band plays shows there as well, and you can actually shake hands and meet him just like a normal person. Because he is.
I've ate myself sick in that joint😂
Thanks for this comment. I go to South Florida a lot but didn't know about Nicko's BBQ place. Definitely going when I'm there next.
Great food there, and I had the good fortune to run into Nicko the one time I was able to visit several years ago. Definitely have to get back there someday soon!
There was never a complaint about Nicko. He tries to excel and hardly messes up from what I think. May God bless him another round of playing the drums for Maiden. Let's see how many more years Iron Maiden can shine!
This was incredible. Nicko is an amazing drummer and his personality could never be replaced. Here's to continued recovery.
Good work getting our Nicko back on track. Just saw the.boys play in perth (west australia) and you'd never know Nicko had undergone a serious injury, the man was on fire.
I'm so glad he recovered
Outstanding! As a stroke survivor myself I can relate. I had a stroke when I was 39 years old and 2005. Congratulations on your recovery and every single day you get better and better and better.
As a stroke survivor myself (minor one just over a year ago) glad to see you up and about doing what you do best. God bless ya Nicko, and as always, UP THE IRONS!!!!
Your words struck a chord with me. I had a TIA Minor stroke on NYE Dec 2022. I had no idea what was happening to me. What followed was life-saving major open heart surgery and months of recovery. Like Nicko, I'm also a drummer and a Londoner. I'm not in Nicko's league (obviously!) but like him, it's been my lifetime passion for over 40 years. To think I'd never play again or even hold a drumstick was unthinkable. I have made a full recovery and I'm back playing. My own resilience and determination even shocked me. I hope you're doing well after the stroke.
@Colinl3052 I'm also a drummer. I started playing at 11yo and had a stroke at 49yo. 2 and a half years on and I still can't hold a drumstick but your story of recovery and Nicko's story of recovery gives me hope that one day I'll play again.
@garyb4356 Sorry to hear your story, Gary. Don't give up hope. All the time I was laid up in hospital, I kept thinking about playing drums again. Everyone is different, and our bodies are unique. We all recover at different speeds. I was lucky enough to be home 5 days after my major operation. I did all the rehabilitation and walked as much as I could. I sat tapping whenever I could and felt inclined to. Drumming is such a physical thing, and we feel it more than other musos. So, when our strength goes, our confidence goes with it. Don't forget that you can beat this (no pun intended!), and you will. Try to stay positive, keep your mind strong, and gradually try to regain the use of your limbs. Good luck, mate. You can do this!
Nicko , buddy, sincere congrats! I’m also a drummer, just turned 59yo. I played on the road for a few years back in early 2000s. Country music. What can I say, I’m from and live in Kentucky. But I can not hold a candle to you , my friend. I may have played country, but I’m a huge rock fan! You, Peart, Copeland, and my favorite since 1978, Phil Rudd, my top influences. So happy for you and of course Maiden! You are one of the good guys and our world needs more Nicko Mcbrains.
He's the whole reason I play drums in the first place. I'm 48 and almost had to have surgery on my left hand which still gives me trouble to this day. But I carry on. Awesome to see my hero not giving up!!!
He sux and relies on a 40 piece kit to not even do what most drummers can do on a 4 piece
@@DG-sf9ei what the f--ck are yo on about you w--anker
@@DG-sf9ei Guess you've never played drums in your life, it's now about how many drums you have, how fast you play, or even keeping perfect time all of the time. It's about creativity. Try and create your OWN sound on a drum kit, write your own original material on drums/and music. Then get back to me. Or go back to playing your skin flute. Since you're about 10-12 years old son. Later.
@@DG-sf9ei Go listen to all the early maiden albums Especially Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son. Then tell me he sucks. Before you were born 1988.
@@DG-sf9ei
Yep, he sucks so bad thousands of concert-goers spend big money to see him perform his art.
My mom transitioned having a stroke while we were holding hands.
To see Nicko back at it after this at his age and he's still better than most drummers will ever be is awesome.
His brothers at Maiden slowed the pace to cater to his physical capabilities shows thwir love for him!!!
Thank you so much Baptist health for taking good care of nicko!
@@DG-sf9ei Nicko is a Christian. And a better one than you'll ever be. Fuck yourself
He said he got saved years ago...who knows
@@DG-sf9eipeople like you are stuck in the 70s. 3/4 of Black Sabbath was Catholic, and they arguably invented the genre. Time and time again it’s been proven these artists are just telling a story and not promoting Satanism or anything of that nature.
God Bless you and God Bless all the medical staff who worked on your recovery. You are amazing people . ❤️
Baptist Health is renowned for their neurological care, even here in North Carolina. I’m a brain tumor survivor and and I owe my life to Baptist Health although the name has been changed to Atrium Health now.
Nicko is one of the best.Nice man and a brilliant drummer.
I live in Miami, and Baptist has a very good team of doctors. My doctors are all from Baptist. So thankfully, Nicko went to them for help. I am glad to hear of his recovery. I say that personally, as a drummer!
Musicians are special. A drummer is divine. Niko is a blessing to us fans
Nicko is not only a great guy and drummer, he’s an inspiration to so many.
Saw him at a drum clinic and he was warm, funny, entertaining and an awesome drummer. Glad he's back behind the drums !
Thanks for all those doctors taking care of the drummer of my favourite band since 1990.
May God watch over you Nicko 5:32 . You are a great person and great dummer. I listen to your music everyday while working out. Saw yu live at 3 concerts 2 at PNC in NJ great
What an incredible human being! God bless you Nicko!
Nicko is a real Trooper🤣🥁🤘 Great post thank you.
Look forward to my kids and me seeing you and the Maiden in October!
Being a drummer myself, an Iron Maiden fan, watching my dad survive two strokes, and being a Baptist who loves God (Baptist Health) I caught that, I'm glad Nicko had such a great team. The people who work stroke units are really special. They have great patience and from what I saw with my father's team they love helping people regain their lives. Up the Irons!
You serve two masters
I saw Maiden play in New Zealand in September 2024. Nicko was hidden in the set. Not sure whether that's normal for Maiden, but the drumming sounded good. He came out at the end of the concert to thank all the fans. Great guy!
I saw Nicko McBrain for the very first time in 82' playing with Maiden and have been a fan since. Special thanks to Baptist Health for bringing Nicko through but I'm also very grateful for Nicko's relationship with the King of Kings. May He continue to bless you always..........
I love Nicko! A very honest and most gracious man. Keep well man and stay safe…. Rock on Iron Maiden!
In my late ⏰ 50’s and a Londoner born not far from Nicos childhood home .
Followed Maiden from the very beginning and I’ll be there until the end 😎
Had the pleasure of meeting Nicko a few weeks prior to this posting. He spoke of his stroke and his road back to recovery openly. He's very grateful to his lord as well as his recovery team. He played a great show. I thanked him for being a major part of the soundtrack of my life. All the best to him and his medical staff.
Iron Maiden Forever !! 🤘
As a Maiden fan I thank you from the bottom of my heart! He’s the reason why I started drumming back in 1983! Also, I can just imagine how much he made you all laugh. Such a warm and funny guy! Up the Irons!
Thank you Baptist Health and the entire medical team. Me and my son had the pleasure of seeing Nicko and the rest of Maiden start their latest US tour in San Diego last night. He played amazingly!! Sounded so good and it made me smile seeing him play every time the camera cut to him on the big screen. What an awesome video this is. Thank you again Baptist Health!
nicko has always been one of my heroes..... not only for his drumming, but he's also been such a good role model for drummers and is a complete gentleman... his regard for music so classy, he speaks with such regard about everyone and everything... so glad he's back playing, can't wait to see Maiden in Toronto this October!! See you there Nicko....
Iron Maiden was the reason i started playing Bass in 1986.
I still play and still love playing their music.
Good bless you all, the whole Heavy Metal community around de the World is very grateful for Help Nicko to recover so fast!
I'm glad you're doing better. I noticed you weren't as lively on this past tour now it makes sense. Pray!! 🙏
Amazing work. Thank you all.
Such a joy to follow a story with a good ending. Bless Nicko, the clinicians and everyone who helps stroke survivors.
As a life long Maiden fan, all the way back to before Nicko joined the band, I just want to say thanks to all the folks at Boca Raton Regional Hospital for getting the lad healthy and back out on the road. He's a character. Even if he didn't play again, seeing him in good health and able to tell all those stories means a lot but he's playing and loving life!
Up the Irons!
I had the pleasure of meeting Nicko. Quite the "Gentleman Drummer." So glad he's on the mend.
He's a sweet man and one tough mofo too! God is a Maiden fan fo' sure! "Heaven can wait! "Good health & safe travels to Nicko and the whole Maiden family🥁🤘💂🤘🎶🎶🎶
Long time fan of Iron Maiden and Nicko. I’m so glad to see that he is recovering so well. Such a talented musician. We love you, Nicko!
Glad to see you've recovered Nicko. I'm 71 years old, and I remember the 70's when you were with the Pat Travers Band, and I heard the Makin' Magic album for the first time. You, Mars, and Pat were great on that album. You're one great drummer.
Fantastic person Nicko. Exceptional Maiden drummer. May God be with you!!
Big love to a great drummer.
Crazy recovery! Amazing work by the doctors. Long live Nico.
Nicko good health!
Glad you caught this medical problem we rockers need that drummer around thank you doctor !
"Heavy metal" in quotes is something my grandmother would do.
Thank you to every member of his care team. This was only possible, because of the entire team. Much like Maiden, it's not just one bloke. Stay healthy Nicko! Love your work! Thanks for all you've done and sacrificed for your fans. Keep your Iron's UP!!!!!
Hard to believe everyone gets that much care. His own doctor was praising him . No credits from me Doc . I am sure he had the best of care in every single way
If he's as influenctial and successful as he thinks he is, then why is he getting medical assistance from a charity organization
@@DG-sf9ei are you a w--ker?
@@DG-sf9ei Maybe because their the best?
What a sound bloke! Nicko, you're determination is inspiring. Yes, a great medical team, but Nicko did the hard work here. All the best for the future. Keep pounding those skins!
So was it the clot inducing MRNA that did it? Or the Astro one?
Serious question, no joke. Tjat was the cause of mine sept22
@@christophergibson6142 Yes sir
Thank you all and God bless you for looking after him! This from a long time Iron Maiden fan. Up The Irons!
Safe and Effective?
Absolute Legend. Love you Nico. Thanks to all involved in helping Nico back to health ❤
Has he had the jab?
Yes
God bless. Look forward to seeing Maiden in November
Wonder if he took the Covid shot before the stroke.
probably yes .
Because strokes were completely unheard of before the COVID vaccine 😂😂😂😂.
@@denachternaam1515yes, no doubt he had the jabs for travelling etc,!
@@chriswilkinson7636you don't get it, do you!!
@@pasgas12safe58 It's true because nobody ever had a stroke before the vaccine was developed 😂😂
thank you very much! God bless you all!
I'll bet my life he was jabbed and boosted. Just sayin
Absolutely love Nicko. Such a classy man and a very amazing bloke. Up The Irons. God Bless
* "Vaxxed Heavy Metal Drummer"
Grow up
Lucky guy !!! Taken myself 6 years to walk a little but im getting there ( I used to do lighting for rock n roll tours) well done 👍
Between his medical support team and the prayers of his church, how could he not recover. God is good.
Great to hear some excellent news. I'm so happy that things are going well for Nicko. I saw Iron Maiden once and had a great time. Look forward to more music etc. with Nicko :)
Nicko I wish you all the luck in the world and a great recovery! Thank you to the entire medical team committed to the recovery of this magnificent drummer! From Brazil... up the irons!
God bless Nicko and the whole Maiden TEAM and world. Been having I.M for breakfast for 42 years! UP THE IRONS MATES! Love from kodiak, Alaska
Outstanding. Thank you to all the Doctors, Nurses, Therapists, all involved in helping him become strong and get through this very scary time. God Bless you all . Nikko is such a kind soul and wonderful talent. So happy he’s back on his first chair doing what he does best ! Thank you all
This interview is very emotionnal thanks to the simplicity of Nicko. Tank you for sharing.
Hey I'm very glad you recovered from that stroke I always love seeing you with Iron Maiden pray that you would recover and you have
Thank you for taking care of Nicko! Up the Irons!
Saw him in 1983 at the Frankfurt Music Messe. He just tried out some drums. Very polite and unassuming. I was in doubt, but my buddy pointed out: "Hey, that's Nicko McBrain!". He just smiled politely. What a gentleman.
Thank you for the care you gave Nic, as a Maiden for 30 years I appreciate this tremendously!!
What a great video! Thanks to this medical team for keeping Nicko drumming! ❤
You Sir are a world treasure along with your other band mates !!!!! Thank you for everything
Bless you all. Not only because you have helped our beloved rock star to recover but because I really believe you are doing a great job no matters who seeks your help. Thank You. Iron Maiden fans around the world are grateful.
Greetings from Lisboa, PORTUGAL
Non scherziamo lui è il grande batterista dei miei Iron Maiden, Dio ti prego aiuta questo grande uomo❤
Thank God for Great Doctors. Nicko I'm so glad you caught onto your troubles so very early and understood you needed to get to a hospital so quickly. May you continue your journey and keep pushing this story out to the public. Strokes can and will hit anyone at any time and yes at any age. May God continue to Bless the Doctors and Nurses of the World
Bless you people, for helping our hero.
Iron maiden fan since 1983, and Nicko was one of my biggest inspirations and influences to grab the sticks and start drumming.
Thank you and bless you.
We need him, Nicko is the Ringo Starr of Heavy Metal💖
Wishing him well. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
So glad you have made such a good recovery and thank you health care team!! It’s good to hear how you are helping people like Nicko
He kicked ass in Seattle/Tacoma last month. Brilliant! God Bless. And Bruce too with his tongue. Love you both.
Nicko is absolutely one of the nicest, most sincere, guys you will ever meet in the music industry. Thank you Baptist Health and Up the Irons!
"A metal heart is too hard to be torn apart"
Nicko: Glad to see you in good condition!
Keep on rocking!👍👍
God bless you Nicko. Your positive attitude is what everyone needs.