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Check out iron maiden live at the hammersmith odeon 1982 beast on the road tour , It was bruce dickinsons first tour with maiden , maiden in their prime at the time and well worth a look, You'll find it on youtube easily
I saw them at the San Diego sports Arena in 1985, that stage show was Amazing, especially when they opened up with Aces High. I still remember Churchill's speach to this day.
@@DadalorianCreates I just didn’t watch World Slavery Tour because I was born on that date. 😂🥲 How luck you are. But, at least, I watched every Maiden concert that I could since 10 years old. I think 15 times, more or less. 🤘🏼
Vocalist Bruce Dickinson, pilot, champion fencer, throat cancer survivor, and this is a fairly recent concert. He flies the band on tour. Amazing group and excellent first experience.
I’ve been a fan since about 1984, at age 10 my friends and I that hung out, were introduced to them by one of the older brothers of somebody in our group of friends. I’ve been a fan ever since, I’m now 48.
@@debbieallan5173 I'd agree with you there... but in terms of fan allegiance and longevity, Maiden wins it. It's safer to take food from a rabid dog than to take a ticket from a rabid Maiden fan!
if now maiden or sabbath... for me are both more important for the music in generally than beatles or stones... beatles are so or so the most overrated band together with nirvana...
This to me is one of the greatest rock songs ever. I'm a late starter when it comes to Iron Maiden. I'm 53, and only really discovered them at 51. It was The Trooper that hooked me. Was lucky enough to go and see them live in Barcelona the following year. What an incredible show that was. Music legends 🤟🤟
Better late than never! I couldn't imagine having grown up without their music as I've been listening to them since '84 (Powerslave) & I'm 45 so that pits me at like 6 or 7. The single greatest musical influence on my life.
The Trooper is one of my favorites too. There is another band who sound like Maiden and are the future of metal. LOVEBITES - ruclips.net/video/30yWisiRBuM/видео.html
"Rime of the Ancient Mariner" is my personal favorite, especially the live version from Live After Death. Samuel Taylor Coleridge as a metal song...pure FIRE! I think STC would have approved!
Clive Burr was actually the drummer when this song was originally released. And he also created the drumming for run to the hills! Sadly he was let go and ended up dying from some major health issues! RIP to Clive Burr!
I was at THIS concert in Toronto! They played amazing all night and had as much energy as they did in the 80s! This might not be their best version of Hallowed, but it was fast and furious and shook the whole place!! UP THE IRONS!
Welcome to the Iron Maiden world of amazing music, haunting lyrics, dedication towards the fans, fantastic musicians and a singer that has no competition to face! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
There will never be another band like Maiden. Their unique sound and talent are like no other. I wish I could take you back with me. I remember when they came to America. Also, this is later on in their career. Imagine what they were like in their prime. #ironmaiden
Was lucky to see them in their prime in the early 80's, was my first gig ever while still at school, totally blew me away. My music taste is pretty eclectic now, but i still put on those first 7 albums on for a listen from time to time. great stuff.
I am not a big Metal fan... still own every single one of their albums on vinyl. So that says a lot: they are even loved by those who don't normally listen to Metal. The storytelling, sang poetry, musicianship that helps with that story is what drew me to them.
I love iron maidens transitions between different parts of the song. It's flawless. My favorite album is powerslave. Their music is almost operatic, telling stories. Bruce Dickinson is legendary.
Great reaction!!! This is a so so version of this song in my opinion. The one in Hammersmith in 1982 IS the version to check out. You have now opened the door to the greatest band ever without any media or radio support. Check out Aces High, Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Run to the Hills, Powerslave, Paschendale, Alexander the Great, The Clansman, Dance of Death and Fear of the Dark, to start.... Live if possible, and the best crowds are usually in Brazil, Argentina and Chile. The 2001 Rock in Rio and EnVivo concert are legendary. Enjoy and Up the Irons!!!
Bruce Dickenson! Singer, Songwriter, Children's Book Author, Playwright, Theatrical Actor, Pilot, Professional Fencer, Historian, and Scholar! 💯😎 The dude is Captain Kirk, Indiana Jones, Robert Plant, and Batman all rolled into 5 foot 6 inches of absolute AWESOME!!! 🤣💯😎
Privileged to have known and seen this band in the Rusking Arms and Cart & Horses,East London, 40 odd years ago when they started, followed them everywhere, class then , class now.😊
1st time I saw Iron Maiden was for Number of the Beast in the 80s when this song first came out and just saw them last year and they are still rocking as no time has elapsed at all. UP the Irons for life!!!!!!!!
Arguably the greatest metal band ever. The showmanship of Bruce and the musical talent is second to none. Bruce makes the people in the back feel like they’re in the front. Seen them many times and never failed.
I passed so many history tests because of Iron Maiden. In fact, I have a classics degree because of them. They got me interested in Classical Greece by way of Hellenic Greece from their song Alexander The Great.
I read Samuel Taylor Coleridge because of Iron Maiden (didn’t get an English degree but did get two other degrees lol). Great band. My favorite as a kid for sure! I once had Rime of the Ancient Mariner played in my high school English class and my English teacher, Kathy Palermo, played it every year for the next 25 she said until she retired. Kept kids interested in an amazing author.
One of the greatest things about seeing maiden live is its so obvious they're having a much fun as the crowd. First band i saw live at 13, first band my son saw live at 14 and my daughter at 14 , my daughter started playing drums after watching Nicko because he looked like he was having so much fun
Iron Maiden. Consistently voted best live performance year after year. The top band for giving the fans the show they want and expect to see as well as giving respect to their fans because they know without them they wouldn't be where they are today. The one metal band that doesn't need radio airplay to be successful, and the one metal band with the largest fan following in the world. Other metal bands wish they could be like Iron Maiden and have the same following and the same success. Iron Maiden... the greatest metal band in the world. UP THE IRONS!!🤘🏼🤘🏼
As a lifelong Maiden fan, this is a great reaction. Good to see other folks discovering the talent and brilliance that is Iron Maiden. If you ever get the chance to see them live it will change your life. Cheers!!!
A bit of extra context here is that this song is an encore performance at he end of an already long show, and they still deliver all the energy. Maiden are the gold standard for delivering at a concert, and having fun doing it.
Hell - I've seen them 13 times, and would say that I have just as much fun seeing them now as I did on the Seventh Son tour (my first). The Church of Eddie still rocks after all these years \m/\m/ Up the Irons!
Maiden, like Tool, is a deep dive (very different bands obviously). Love the storytelling in their songs, "Alexander The Great" is probably my favourite track.
This is a great live version, howevever the studio version, & the original live recording from Hammersmith Ballroom in ‘82!! Will leave you breathless. The note he holds on the ‘Running looooooooowwwwww…. I forget, but I’m sure someone will correct me, I believe he holds that note for around 28 seconds. Hammersmith is nearly identical to the studio… but with the added energy of a he insane love audience. This is absolutely one of the quintessential Heavy Metal songs ever. All true metal fans will have this in their top 10.
I don't think, there is a place like that, it is either the Hammersmith Odeon in London or the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York (but Maiden didn't play in the Ballroom on the Beast tour) However, you are certainly right with the Running looooooooowwwwww…. I believe the best recording is from the world Piece Tour 83. That my favorite vocal performance of the song, but I find the instruments and the ways they play the song better from 2000 onwards.. Up the Irons
My favourite Iron Maiden song is still one of their earliest songs "The Phantom of the Opera" because it largely pioneered Speed Metal (even though Motörhead had already done Speed Metal a couple years earlier and many other bands were trying similar stuff on demos). When it comes to a lot of these classic bands, their most popular songs are often not the most influential songs they've made. But these classics are still the classics, literally every true metalhead knows this song!
They were on my bucket list. I have accepted it won't happen. I have seen most of my favorites, though. Can't have it all. For old school I caught Sabbath, Priest, UFO, Motorhead, Megadeth, Metallica, Saxon, Anthrax, Slayer, and some others. First concert was Pantera/White Zombie in '96, and just went on a binge for years. Missed some of my favorite bands for work or relationships and I regret most of it.
This is my favorite band of all time, they’re absolute legends. If you ever get the chance please please see them live! I saw them a few months ago and it was the best of the 7 shows I’ve seen. These guys are in their f*cking 60s and they rock with this energy the entire 2-3 hour show. Complete intricate set changes every few songs, insane pyrotechnics; Bruce even came out with flame throwers!!! Thank you so much for this reaction, love seeing a new Maiden fan fall in love with their magic 💖
I had the pleasure to see them in person while working for a hotel, and Bruce was absolutely awesome to the fans, he arrived at the hotel and pretty much jumped on the 20-30 guys waiting for them, those fans just couldn't believe it! and Janick is know for going out for drinks and running into fans in bars. Just awesome band and awesome guys
That's the energy of every Iron Maiden concert I've ever been to, 12 times so far! My husband had been to many more, but he's been a fan for over 30 years and he only introduced me to them in 2010! UP THE IRONS!!!
Iron Maiden is one of the best Metall Band s The Singer Bruce Dickenson is one of the best Metall singer he is now 65years old his Band maits ha ve the same age have fun
I’ve been listening to Maiden since Paul Di’anno fronted the group. I was in high school at the time. Their music takes me home and I never grow tired of hearing it! Thanks for posting your reaction video! 🤘 Up the Irons⚡️
You think? But queen was voted best live concert ever. Live Aid for 20 minutes and done. This live concert is so awesome and everyone in the band to fans is having a blast and alot of energy.
You know that part where all the solos come in and before Bruce sings "hallowed be Thy Name"? It gives me goosebumps everytime. It drives near to tears. It's because the story is about a convict who is being led to his death and before they execute him, he cried out to the heavens and cried "Hallowed be Thy Name". He's crying out for forgiveness. Iron Maiden is one of my favorite bands forever!!
Keeping Janick in the band after Adrian came back took them to another level. Been a fan since Number of The Beast and forty some years later these guys still tearing it up.
And Adrian wouldn't have it any other way. He was willing to return to Maiden only if that meant that Janick wouldn't be kicked out. And three guitars really worked great since Brave New World onwards.
Great reaction! Love it when a sharp person with an open mind learns about bands like Iron Maiden. (Have seen them twice!) Your enjoyment allows all us Maiden fans to enjoy all over again! First time I have watched your channel! Will subscribe & be in touch!!
Welcome to the best of the NWOBHM and Bruce Dickenson: licensed 747 pilot, cancer survivor, word class fencer, author, TV and radio personality, entrepreneur, and one of the best singers in metal. Oh, and creator of his own craft beer. Truly a man for all seasons. Great reaction, horns up!
@@Ca11signNob13 New Wave of British Heavy Metal; Bands that emerged from England in the Mid-70's. Iron Maiden, Def Leppard, Motörhead and Saxon are probably the most well-known bands.
@@cedricbarcelona3983 I have to respectfully disagree. Most of the bands most impactful and memorable songs were after he left the band, and his drug addiction caused too many problems.
Its a shame now they just make 10 minute snore fests and are close to having more mid albums then good ones. up the irons. Also Bruce sounds like a dying dog.
the beauty of this song is that it's dark but it goes to major chords to make it more of a celebration. the song feels like a funeral - sad at first, then a celebration of someone's life. it's a work of art this track
Bruce D!!! One of the greatest front men of ALL TIME!! I've loved Iron Maiden the second I heard them, I was about 10 or 11- 43 now and still loving them!!!!
Saw them the first time June 29 1985 at Red Rocks and it changed the way I listen to music! Each time I see them they sound the same! So together and complimentary to each other! Up The Irons!
Incredible musicians, incredible storytellers. There's a wealth of tracks from Maiden that will be incredible for you to experience. One of, if not the most iconic metal bands of all time.
It's always Great watching someone reaction to Iron Maiden. Just trying to imagine what I felt like in the Front Row and in the middle of the Mosh Pit.
Iron Maiden is definitely a band you need to see the live performances. The album versions are phenomenal but live is a whole other level and the crowds add a lot
There's no band like Iron Maiden and never will be again. They have put out 17 studio albums with many songs as good as this one. Plus their latest album is every bit the masterpiece that their older material is. Their fan base is the most generational there's ever been and their audiences are actually get younger, not older. My son is 17 and absolutely loves them. He's seen them in concert several times already and can't wait for their next tour!
I took my whole family to Legacy of the Beast: 26 year old son and his 26 year old girlfriend, 16 year old, 14 year old, and a 10 year old. They all had a blast. Mind you, I met their dad on the Maiden forum, so I think it’s in their blood! 🤘🏻
I saw them on this tour in Puerto Rico. By the 4th song I had already lost my voice and it didn't come back for two days. Possibly the loudest crowd of any show I've ever been to. With Iron Maiden people sing every efing song!
I have been a Maiden fan since around 1983 when I was 13 years old...their live shows are the best in the world for a metal band. Heaven Can Wait is another great live song - there is one part where their entire crew comes out on stage to chant with the crowd, always an epic moment!
Yesssss!! Absolutely amazing!! Top notch performance. Every person in the stadium, a sea of people, all fired up. The energy just bleeds through the screen and speakers. I can only imagine being there IRL.
I love watching these reactions. You're an insightful guy, this is my favorite Maiden song (I'm a fan of 40 years), and man, you saw the same things in it that I do. Not bad for a first time listening, dude.
its already been said millions of times, but you just witnessed quite literally the most talented musicians of the past 40 years to exist. UP THE IRONS!!!!!!
Back in the 80s, Bruce had a huge house not far from where I lived. Me, my brother and a couple of mates cycled up to see if we could see him. Didn't get to meet Bruce but Steve Harris came out, asked what we were up to and told us to bugger off 🤣 Probably the best band in the world, up the irons
@@docrob5320, I saw Trivium the first time as a support band for Iron Maiden many moons ago. They have improved their shows since then. I think Maiden showed them the way.
What's truly amazing is that this song is either an encore or almost the end of a two-hour show, so - Bruce has been singing like that and they've been playing like that at high-octane levels for about two hours AND THEN played this song! They just SLAY from beginning to end. Next song? "Can I Play With Madness," or ANYTHING ELSE off of "Seventh Son of a Seventh Son." Up the Irons!
One key thing about Maiden that we all love - notice they are ALWAYS HAPPY. They are all genuine, likable chaps who've been giving us music for almost 50 years.
They really are the best band. I've followed them for over 40 years and seem then numerous times. Going to see them again this summer. The energy they project is just incredible and the most amazing thing is their ages, all over 60 and Nicko on drums is 70! They are a legend!!
I was in that audience. This was clipped from their Flight 666 concert DVD/documentary. They have numerous concert video you could choose from, spanning over 40 years. Beast Over Hammersmith, Live After Death, Maiden England 88, Rock In Rio, Death on the Road, En Vivo, etc.
Well, let me congratulate you for appreciating Iron Maiden for their music. I've been a fan since 1988 but I always love seeing people get their first taste of them and getting blown away by them. The band knows what it's really about, not the money, the fame, the women or the ego. It's about the fans, the people that spend their hard earned money to buy their albums and go see them live. It's a lesson that many performers seem to have forgot about.
I'm 45 & my first album (yes actual vinyl) was Iron Maiden's Powerslave followed by Live After Death which included this track recorded live in Long Beach, CA. Bruce Dickinson os one of the most legendary front men as he has such a way getting the crowd into it, & this performance is these guys as old men & yet the energy they bring to the table is amazing. Glad you got a kick out of this as it's one of my favorite live songs.
Maiden was my first concert in 1983. Beast on the Road tour. They are all classically training musicians. After seeing 1000's of shows of different bands & seeing them over a dozen times, they are the best live performers I have ever seen.
Don't forget Charlotte the Harlot, Wrathchild, For the Greater Good of God, Sign of the Cross, Afraid to Shoot Strangers, Wasted Years, Caught Somewhere in Time, Revelations, 2 Minutes to Midnight, Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Brave New World, Ghost of the Navigator, The Legacy, The Alchemist, The Talisman, The Book of Souls, The Red and the Black, The Writing on the Wall, Dance of Death, basically almost all of their songs.
Bruce is one of those singers that is just timeless, even after he had a really bad brush with throat cancer. a couple of years after this video was recorded if my timing is right.... I have been lucky enough to see them live twice, and my god, videos do not do their live shows justice. absolutely amazing to see live
If you plan on seeing Iron Miaden live, then I highly recommend that you go and see them asap. Seeing them live is a blast and my kids abosulutely loved them. They are also getting up there in age and Bruce has mentioned it's getting harder for him to run around the stage like he used to.
I was at that show, Toronto is close to me. Amazing band, always puts on a incredible show. Bruce is always in control of the crowd, excellent performer and singer. The trooper is another classic, 2 minutes till midnight is a personal favorite. Glad you enjoyed the band, it's always cool to see someone experience the greatness the first time. Thanks for sharing.
They recorded the Somewhere in Time album in Frankfurt Germany at the time my dad was stationed there. During their off time they would party downtown and all of my fellow Army brats got to meet and party with the band.
I really think this song needs to be heard on the album. Live is great, but the album version is slowed down some and much more in the vibes of the lyrics. so just crazy.
Glad I found your channel. I grew up on Maiden. My first concert was in 84 to see them and my sons first concert was 2016 to see them. Amazing history and musicians. You owe it to yourself if you like audible books. Bruce has an amazing life story. “What does this button do” Also, listen to the studio mix. While you lose the amazing energy of the live show but so good. But the Rock in Rio of this is amazing too. Flight 666 Bruce flew the 747 for the tour. Well several tours. Thanks for this truly enjoyed the sincere reaction and appreciation of the music. God Bless!
I remember seeing them at the Spectrum in Philly, that’s where most of the metal bands were. Pantera at Electric Factory in the 90s. Saw Metallica every dam time they were here. I have close up photos of Dio at the Spectrum . I snuck my camera in 😀 Before cell phones .. 😊
That’s awesome …yeah, the Iron Maiden/Anthrax show I saw was at The Spectrum too. I saw Metallica there in ‘92 or ‘93 …whenever the Black Album tour came through 🤔
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Afraid of the dark in concert
Most Iron Maiden s videos are out of sinck...dont sweat it...dont worry...you did what we like to watch...people getting nuts about theire performance
Sign of the cross
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Check out iron maiden live at the hammersmith odeon 1982 beast on the road tour , It was bruce dickinsons first tour with maiden , maiden in their prime at the time and well worth a look, You'll find it on youtube easily
As an African American female, Maiden has been my favorite band since 1982! They are ridiculous live and Bruce's voice is amazing. Up the Irons!
You just had me grab my bicep and rock my fist. Up the irons!
I saw them at the San Diego sports Arena in 1985, that stage show was Amazing, especially when they opened up with Aces High. I still remember Churchill's speach to this day.
I was lucky enough to see the Power Slave tour... some advantages to being old :)
The bell was intro to Black Sabbath ,,,,, Black Sabbath ,,,,,,,, it has been used many time after
@@DadalorianCreates I just didn’t watch World Slavery Tour because I was born on that date. 😂🥲
How luck you are. But, at least, I watched every Maiden concert that I could since 10 years old. I think 15 times, more or less. 🤘🏼
Vocalist Bruce Dickinson, pilot, champion fencer, throat cancer survivor, and this is a fairly recent concert. He flies the band on tour. Amazing group and excellent first experience.
He can drive tanks too
He's one of those guys that's just so damn good at everything that it's just not fair..
You said it all.
Still amazing. I saw them last at Ozzfest 11 years ago now! This band never misses a beat!
Forgot Author as well...
"I wasn't expecting... This energy this fast..."
Welcome to Iron Maiden. 🤘🤘
These guys are the real deal. Outstanding musicians
No one can scratch that metal itch like Maiden. One of my faves since the 80s and Bruce is an amazing individual.
Except Judas Priest 70s n early 80s era
@@gypsysteve3576 nope, Iron Maiden is still better, well once they picked up Bruce on vocals.
I thought so too, until I heard LOVEBITES. Have you seen them yet? ruclips.net/video/30yWisiRBuM/видео.html
I've been a Maiden fan since the early 80s and I absolutely love seeing new people discovering this band! Up the Irons!!!
I’ve been a fan since about 1984, at age 10 my friends and I that hung out, were introduced to them by one of the older brothers of somebody in our group of friends. I’ve been a fan ever since, I’m now 48.
Maiden is the greatest band of all time. But the future of metal lies with Lovebites - ruclips.net/video/30yWisiRBuM/видео.html
Up The Irons!! ❤
They are the most influential heavy metal band in the world. 47 years, still jamming.
I'd go with black sabbath, personally, but they're up there for sure!
@@debbieallan5173
I'd agree with you there... but in terms of fan allegiance and longevity, Maiden wins it.
It's safer to take food from a rabid dog than to take a ticket from a rabid Maiden fan!
I say Black Sabbath takes that title, personally.
if now maiden or sabbath... for me are both more important for the music in generally than beatles or stones... beatles are so or so the most overrated band together with nirvana...
@@seelenwinter6662I agree with you on the Beatles.
This is just the tip of the iceberg with Maiden. Their music is crazy energetic and the vocals are outstanding. There's so much more....
This to me is one of the greatest rock songs ever. I'm a late starter when it comes to Iron Maiden. I'm 53, and only really discovered them at 51. It was The Trooper that hooked me. Was lucky enough to go and see them live in Barcelona the following year. What an incredible show that was.
Music legends 🤟🤟
Better late than never! I couldn't imagine having grown up without their music as I've been listening to them since '84 (Powerslave) & I'm 45 so that pits me at like 6 or 7. The single greatest musical influence on my life.
Ah, The Trooper, the ultimate gateway drug into Iron Maiden. That’s the one that got me too 30 years ago.
The Trooper is one of my favorites too. There is another band who sound like Maiden and are the future of metal. LOVEBITES - ruclips.net/video/30yWisiRBuM/видео.html
Maiden is one of the best concerts ever. Crowd is involved in every song. Great experience
Seen them 11 times. Montreal and Quebec City since 1982. Up the irons forever!
In my opinion, "Rime Of The Ancient Mariner " is one of their best songs. So much talent in this band. They're my favorite
I would have to vote for the trooper. But that does not invalidate your favorite
"Rime of the Ancient Mariner" is my personal favorite, especially the live version from Live After Death. Samuel Taylor Coleridge as a metal song...pure FIRE! I think STC would have approved!
Flight of icarus from peice of mind and clairvoyant from seventh son also blood brothers off brave new world .. really like all maiden
Yeah, brilliant song but... the list is endless, Man! 👍
And what’s the moral of the story? None whatsoever. Lol
Nicko (the drummer ) is 70 right now and still tearing it up!
60 soon,,,,,getting ready for a tour 👍👍👍
he's so talented :(
Nicko is a legend. Such good fun as a person and so down to earth.
Clive Burr was actually the drummer when this song was originally released. And he also created the drumming for run to the hills! Sadly he was let go and ended up dying from some major health issues! RIP to Clive Burr!
Nico is my favourite drummer. That kit isn't for show!
I have heard this song 1000's of times. It STILL makes the hairs go up on the back of my neck!
I only see FACTS in this comment.
🙏 Amen
THE metal song
I was at THIS concert in Toronto! They played amazing all night and had as much energy as they did in the 80s! This might not be their best version of Hallowed, but it was fast and furious and shook the whole place!! UP THE IRONS!
Welcome to the Iron Maiden world of amazing music, haunting lyrics, dedication towards the fans, fantastic musicians and a singer that has no competition to face! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
There will never be another band like Maiden. Their unique sound and talent are like no other. I wish I could take you back with me. I remember when they came to America. Also, this is later on in their career. Imagine what they were like in their prime. #ironmaiden
they are still in their prime, their prime has just lasted for 30 years.. lol
I agree with you Becky. IM stands alone
Was lucky to see them in their prime in the early 80's, was my first gig ever while still at school, totally blew me away. My music taste is pretty eclectic now, but i still put on those first 7 albums on for a listen from time to time. great stuff.
I was 13yo & saw them open for Judas Priest in 1983. It formed my musical preferences for life.
I am not a big Metal fan... still own every single one of their albums on vinyl. So that says a lot: they are even loved by those who don't normally listen to Metal. The storytelling, sang poetry, musicianship that helps with that story is what drew me to them.
I love iron maidens transitions between different parts of the song. It's flawless. My favorite album is powerslave. Their music is almost operatic, telling stories. Bruce Dickinson is legendary.
Great reaction!!! This is a so so version of this song in my opinion. The one in Hammersmith in 1982 IS the version to check out. You have now opened the door to the greatest band ever without any media or radio support. Check out Aces High, Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Run to the Hills, Powerslave, Paschendale, Alexander the Great, The Clansman, Dance of Death and Fear of the Dark, to start.... Live if possible, and the best crowds are usually in Brazil, Argentina and Chile. The 2001 Rock in Rio and EnVivo concert are legendary.
Enjoy and Up the Irons!!!
I agree... but I like the original singer better.
@@fredtello huh?
Exactly, i always slightly cringe when i click and it's this version.
Aces High was my Iron Maiden introduction to this band back in '91. A little late, but glad to get into them...
@@fredtello Bruce WAS the original singer of this song. Unless you mean original singer for Iron Maiden, then that's Paul Di'Anno.
Bruce Dickenson! Singer, Songwriter, Children's Book Author, Playwright, Theatrical Actor, Pilot, Professional Fencer, Historian, and Scholar! 💯😎
The dude is Captain Kirk, Indiana Jones, Robert Plant, and Batman all rolled into 5 foot 6 inches of absolute AWESOME!!! 🤣💯😎
Don't forget Pro Soccer player😃
@Wizzard033 You ARE correct! 😎💯 In my defense, it's sorta easy to forget all the ways Bruce Dickenson is fucking awesome! I mean, it's a LONG list! 😎💯
Privileged to have known and seen this band in the Rusking Arms and Cart & Horses,East London, 40 odd years ago when they started, followed them everywhere, class then , class now.😊
1st time I saw Iron Maiden was for Number of the Beast in the 80s when this song first came out and just saw them last year and they are still rocking as no time has elapsed at all. UP the Irons for life!!!!!!!!
Arguably the greatest metal band ever. The showmanship of Bruce and the musical talent is second to none. Bruce makes the people in the back feel like they’re in the front. Seen them many times and never failed.
I passed so many history tests because of Iron Maiden. In fact, I have a classics degree because of them. They got me interested in Classical Greece by way of Hellenic Greece from their song Alexander The Great.
Got me into Classics because of Alexander the Great as well, it's in my Top 10 Maiden songs
Me too! BA in Classics and Religion.
Bruce Dickinson is the Bard of our generation
I read Samuel Taylor Coleridge because of Iron Maiden (didn’t get an English degree but did get two other degrees lol). Great band. My favorite as a kid for sure! I once had Rime of the Ancient Mariner played in my high school English class and my English teacher, Kathy Palermo, played it every year for the next 25 she said until she retired. Kept kids interested in an amazing author.
Same here lol
One of the greatest things about seeing maiden live is its so obvious they're having a much fun as the crowd. First band i saw live at 13, first band my son saw live at 14 and my daughter at 14 , my daughter started playing drums after watching Nicko because he looked like he was having so much fun
Iron Maiden. Consistently voted best live performance year after year. The top band for giving the fans the show they want and expect to see as well as giving respect to their fans because they know without them they wouldn't be where they are today. The one metal band that doesn't need radio airplay to be successful, and the one metal band with the largest fan following in the world. Other metal bands wish they could be like Iron Maiden and have the same following and the same success. Iron Maiden... the greatest metal band in the world. UP THE IRONS!!🤘🏼🤘🏼
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I've seen Maiden live four times, most recently was this past fall. Every single show was incredible!
I literally have chills. For this to be your first experience with maiden is awesome. Please do more!
Hallowed Be Thy Name is arguably the greatest metal song of all time. Great choice!
This and Master of Puppets top two no matter which order you place them.
As a lifelong Maiden fan, this is a great reaction. Good to see other folks discovering the talent and brilliance that is Iron Maiden. If you ever get the chance to see them live it will change your life. Cheers!!!
I’m FINALLY getting to see them live in Toronto next month. I can hardly wait !!!!
A bit of extra context here is that this song is an encore performance at he end of an already long show, and they still deliver all the energy. Maiden are the gold standard for delivering at a concert, and having fun doing it.
Performing this song as an encore is pure madness!! I feel for Bruce's vocal cords!!
Seeing Iron maiden at their peak in the mid eighties was like a religious experience
Tim Barry : I second this opinion! I saw them a few months ago and they sounded basically as they did in ‘82 on The Piece of Mind Tour.
@@Willie_McBride that's amazing!!
My first real concert was Iron Maiden and Accept at Poplar Creek in 19 84. Since then I've
seen them eight more times.
Correction 1985
Hell - I've seen them 13 times, and would say that I have just as much fun seeing them now as I did on the Seventh Son tour (my first). The Church of Eddie still rocks after all these years \m/\m/ Up the Irons!
Maiden, like Tool, is a deep dive (very different bands obviously). Love the storytelling in their songs, "Alexander The Great" is probably my favourite track.
This is a great live version, howevever the studio version, & the original live recording from Hammersmith Ballroom in ‘82!! Will leave you breathless.
The note he holds on the ‘Running looooooooowwwwww…. I forget, but I’m sure someone will correct me, I believe he holds that note for around 28 seconds.
Hammersmith is nearly identical to the studio… but with the added energy of a he insane love audience. This is absolutely one of the quintessential Heavy Metal songs ever. All true metal fans will have this in their top 10.
I don't think, there is a place like that, it is either the Hammersmith Odeon in London or the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York (but Maiden didn't play in the Ballroom on the Beast tour)
However, you are certainly right with the Running looooooooowwwwww…. I believe the best recording is from the world Piece Tour 83. That my favorite vocal performance of the song, but I find the instruments and the ways they play the song better from 2000 onwards.. Up the Irons
My favourite Iron Maiden song is still one of their earliest songs "The Phantom of the Opera" because it largely pioneered Speed Metal (even though Motörhead had already done Speed Metal a couple years earlier and many other bands were trying similar stuff on demos).
When it comes to a lot of these classic bands, their most popular songs are often not the most influential songs they've made.
But these classics are still the classics, literally every true metalhead knows this song!
The best heavy metal band there has ever been! Iron Maiden was the first band I saw live at the age of 13! Love this band
They were on my bucket list. I have accepted it won't happen. I have seen most of my favorites, though. Can't have it all. For old school I caught Sabbath, Priest, UFO, Motorhead, Megadeth, Metallica, Saxon, Anthrax, Slayer, and some others. First concert was Pantera/White Zombie in '96, and just went on a binge for years. Missed some of my favorite bands for work or relationships and I regret most of it.
Me too. I was 13 in 1987.
Something to take note these guys are in their 60s now. I have been going to their concerts since 1986, so ya, they totally rock.
It’s remarkable really. Nicko is 70! Still a phenomenal drummer. Beggars belief.
They were actually the first real band I saw in concert. I saw them with accept at Poplar Creek Arena in 1985
This is my favorite band of all time, they’re absolute legends. If you ever get the chance please please see them live! I saw them a few months ago and it was the best of the 7 shows I’ve seen. These guys are in their f*cking 60s and they rock with this energy the entire 2-3 hour show. Complete intricate set changes every few songs, insane pyrotechnics; Bruce even came out with flame throwers!!! Thank you so much for this reaction, love seeing a new Maiden fan fall in love with their magic 💖
I had the pleasure to see them in person while working for a hotel, and Bruce was absolutely awesome to the fans, he arrived at the hotel and pretty much jumped on the 20-30 guys waiting for them, those fans just couldn't believe it! and Janick is know for going out for drinks and running into fans in bars. Just awesome band and awesome guys
I never ever EVER get tired of them. Their songs are legendary!!
They are phenomenal live. I see them every chance I get.
Seen them last June. Roll on this June.
@@brianferris8668, I have tickets for June too. Manchester. 👍
@@karenrobinson4632. Mine is Dublin. Seen them in Belfast last year. Awesome 👍 🤘🏻
Great reaction Polo! Fear of the Dark from the Rock in Rio concert is one of Maiden’s best performances…imo
One of the greatest concerts of all time. Up there with Zeppelin in Madison Square and Ween in Chicago.
That's the energy of every Iron Maiden concert I've ever been to, 12 times so far! My husband had been to many more, but he's been a fan for over 30 years and he only introduced me to them in 2010! UP THE IRONS!!!
Iron Maiden is one of the best Metall Band s The Singer Bruce Dickenson is one of the best Metall singer he is now 65years old his Band maits ha ve the same age have fun
I’ve been listening to Maiden since Paul Di’anno fronted the group. I was in high school at the time. Their music takes me home and I never grow tired of hearing it! Thanks for posting your reaction video! 🤘 Up the Irons⚡️
One of the greatest songs in the history of heavy metal.
THE greatest metal song.
My favorite fact about Bruce is he warms up by rollerblading around the arena singing their whole setlist.
They are the greatest live rock band of all time. NOBODY touches Iron Maiden
You think? But queen was voted best live concert ever. Live Aid for 20 minutes and done.
This live concert is so awesome and everyone in the band to fans is having a blast and alot of energy.
NOBODY.
You know that part where all the solos come in and before Bruce sings "hallowed be Thy Name"? It gives me goosebumps everytime. It drives near to tears. It's because the story is about a convict who is being led to his death and before they execute him, he cried out to the heavens and cried "Hallowed be Thy Name". He's crying out for forgiveness.
Iron Maiden is one of my favorite bands forever!!
I fell in love with their music at the tender age of 13 (37 years ago) and have been chasing them on guitar ever since lol! Up the Irons!!!
Keeping Janick in the band after Adrian came back took them to another level. Been a fan since Number of The Beast and forty some years later these guys still tearing it up.
Facts! I wasn't a fan of what Jannick was doing for them without Adrian but all three guitarists together hit next level!
Yeah, I saw them live while Adrian was still out doing his own thing and was kinda disappointed. Was very glad when he came back.
And Adrian wouldn't have it any other way. He was willing to return to Maiden only if that meant that Janick wouldn't be kicked out. And three guitars really worked great since Brave New World onwards.
Janick had earned his stripes, and Steve saw that. He definitely saw an opportunity putting the three of them together at once.
Brave New World is probably my favorite album of theirs, and I’m an old school head!
Great reaction! Love it when a sharp person with an open mind learns about bands like Iron Maiden. (Have seen them twice!) Your enjoyment allows all us Maiden fans to enjoy all over again! First time I have watched your channel! Will subscribe & be in touch!!
Welcome to the best of the NWOBHM and Bruce Dickenson: licensed 747 pilot, cancer survivor, word class fencer, author, TV and radio personality, entrepreneur, and one of the best singers in metal. Oh, and creator of his own craft beer. Truly a man for all seasons. Great reaction, horns up!
What is NWOBHM
@@Ca11signNob13 New Wave of British Heavy Metal; Bands that emerged from England in the Mid-70's. Iron Maiden, Def Leppard, Motörhead and Saxon are probably the most well-known bands.
The best of NWOBHM was Maiden with the one and only Paul DiAnno,the REAL singer of Iron Maiden
@@cedricbarcelona3983 I have to respectfully disagree. Most of the bands most impactful and memorable songs were after he left the band, and his drug addiction caused too many problems.
Its a shame now they just make 10 minute snore fests and are close to having more mid albums then good ones. up the irons. Also Bruce sounds like a dying dog.
the beauty of this song is that it's dark but it goes to major chords to make it more of a celebration. the song feels like a funeral - sad at first, then a celebration of someone's life. it's a work of art this track
Very well said,your view is very thought provoking. Up the Irons!!
Bruce D!!! One of the greatest front men of ALL TIME!! I've loved Iron Maiden the second I heard them, I was about 10 or 11- 43 now and still loving them!!!!
Saw them the first time June 29 1985 at Red Rocks and it changed the way I listen to music! Each time I see them they sound the same! So together and complimentary to each other! Up The Irons!
My 1# since I heard them 42 years later.
It is all great music!!
Incredible musicians, incredible storytellers. There's a wealth of tracks from Maiden that will be incredible for you to experience. One of, if not the most iconic metal bands of all time.
It's always Great watching someone reaction to Iron Maiden. Just trying to imagine what I felt like in the Front Row and in the middle of the Mosh Pit.
I’m such an old fan of iron Maiden seen in concert 30 years ago
Iron Maiden is definitely a band you need to see the live performances. The album versions are phenomenal but live is a whole other level and the crowds add a lot
There's no band like Iron Maiden and never will be again. They have put out 17 studio albums with many songs as good as this one. Plus their latest album is every bit the masterpiece that their older material is. Their fan base is the most generational there's ever been and their audiences are actually get younger, not older. My son is 17 and absolutely loves them. He's seen them in concert several times already and can't wait for their next tour!
I took my whole family to Legacy of the Beast: 26 year old son and his 26 year old girlfriend, 16 year old, 14 year old, and a 10 year old. They all had a blast.
Mind you, I met their dad on the Maiden forum, so I think it’s in their blood! 🤘🏻
Yes!!! Bruce's voice is phenomenal! 🔥🤟Iron Maiden Deep Dive!
I saw them on this tour in Puerto Rico. By the 4th song I had already lost my voice and it didn't come back for two days. Possibly the loudest crowd of any show I've ever been to. With Iron Maiden people sing every efing song!
Maiden has been one of my favorites since I was 12 in 92. So rad to see people get into them and other metal bands! Cheers!
I have been a Maiden fan since around 1983 when I was 13 years old...their live shows are the best in the world for a metal band. Heaven Can Wait is another great live song - there is one part where their entire crew comes out on stage to chant with the crowd, always an epic moment!
The energy they put into their concerts is amazing. They're truly one of the best live performing bands on the planet
One thing I think u may have overlooked….. they were live not in a studio and the sound is always incredible. I’ve been a fan of them since 82’
Yesssss!! Absolutely amazing!!
Top notch performance. Every person in the stadium, a sea of people, all fired up. The energy just bleeds through the screen and speakers. I can only imagine being there IRL.
I love watching these reactions. You're an insightful guy, this is my favorite Maiden song (I'm a fan of 40 years), and man, you saw the same things in it that I do. Not bad for a first time listening, dude.
*_SCREAM FOR ME COMMENT SECTION!!!!_* 🤘
Greatest Metal Band Ever!! Been a fan since 1982
its already been said millions of times, but you just witnessed quite literally the most talented musicians of the past 40 years to exist. UP THE IRONS!!!!!!
I was at this concert! It’s been my dream to see them. Favorite metal band by far
Back in the 80s, Bruce had a huge house not far from where I lived. Me, my brother and a couple of mates cycled up to see if we could see him. Didn't get to meet Bruce but Steve Harris came out, asked what we were up to and told us to bugger off 🤣
Probably the best band in the world, up the irons
The lyrics of IRON MAIDEN are quite something.....pitty today nobody can do like this anymore......
They are great, my favs, but there are some good newer bands, try Trivium. Cool lyrics.
@@docrob5320, I saw Trivium the first time as a support band for Iron Maiden many moons ago. They have improved their shows since then. I think Maiden showed them the way.
Six baddass musicians who love their jobs and their fans.🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻.
What's truly amazing is that this song is either an encore or almost the end of a two-hour show, so - Bruce has been singing like that and they've been playing like that at high-octane levels for about two hours AND THEN played this song! They just SLAY from beginning to end.
Next song? "Can I Play With Madness," or ANYTHING ELSE off of "Seventh Son of a Seventh Son."
Up the Irons!
Me- 13 years old, a brand new Walkman and a cassette of Iron Maiden Number of the Beast
Damn what a time the early 80’ were… damn
Gentlemen of culture, welcome to our world of music. Here we have the mighty Iron Maiden at their very best. Enjoy 😈
One key thing about Maiden that we all love - notice they are ALWAYS HAPPY. They are all genuine, likable chaps who've been giving us music for almost 50 years.
I'd be happy too lol
OH YEAH!!!! UP THE IRONS!!!!!!!!!!
They really are the best band. I've followed them for over 40 years and seem then numerous times. Going to see them again this summer. The energy they project is just incredible and the most amazing thing is their ages, all over 60 and Nicko on drums is 70! They are a legend!!
I was in that audience. This was clipped from their Flight 666 concert DVD/documentary. They have numerous concert video you could choose from, spanning over 40 years. Beast Over Hammersmith, Live After Death, Maiden England 88, Rock In Rio, Death on the Road, En Vivo, etc.
Well, let me congratulate you for appreciating Iron Maiden for their music. I've been a fan since 1988 but I always love seeing people get their first taste of them and getting blown away by them. The band knows what it's really about, not the money, the fame, the women or the ego. It's about the fans, the people that spend their hard earned money to buy their albums and go see them live. It's a lesson that many performers seem to have forgot about.
I'm 45 & my first album (yes actual vinyl) was Iron Maiden's Powerslave followed by Live After Death which included this track recorded live in Long Beach, CA. Bruce Dickinson os one of the most legendary front men as he has such a way getting the crowd into it, & this performance is these guys as old men & yet the energy they bring to the table is amazing. Glad you got a kick out of this as it's one of my favorite live songs.
Live was the first album I ever bought in '83 after seeing Flight of Icarus on MtV. I was 12.
I'm 50 and Powerslave was my first one as well!
Maiden was my first concert in 1983. Beast on the Road tour. They are all classically training musicians. After seeing 1000's of shows of different bands & seeing them over a dozen times, they are the best live performers I have ever seen.
Now you gotta check out Number of the Beast, Run to the Hills, Aces High and the Trooper!
So many many more to listen to!
and fear of the dark
Don't forget Charlotte the Harlot, Wrathchild, For the Greater Good of God, Sign of the Cross, Afraid to Shoot Strangers, Wasted Years, Caught Somewhere in Time, Revelations, 2 Minutes to Midnight, Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Brave New World, Ghost of the Navigator, The Legacy, The Alchemist, The Talisman, The Book of Souls, The Red and the Black, The Writing on the Wall, Dance of Death, basically almost all of their songs.
My exact recommendations
LOVE how blown away you were! And these dudes have been doing this for more than 30 years and have toured heavily throughout!
Bruce is one of those singers that is just timeless, even after he had a really bad brush with throat cancer. a couple of years after this video was recorded if my timing is right.... I have been lucky enough to see them live twice, and my god, videos do not do their live shows justice. absolutely amazing to see live
More Maiden please, anything will do, its all fire!!
They are amazing. Listen to there live after death album. Best live album in history
If you plan on seeing Iron Miaden live, then I highly recommend that you go and see them asap. Seeing them live is a blast and my kids abosulutely loved them. They are also getting up there in age and Bruce has mentioned it's getting harder for him to run around the stage like he used to.
I was at that show, Toronto is close to me. Amazing band, always puts on a incredible show. Bruce is always in control of the crowd, excellent performer and singer. The trooper is another classic, 2 minutes till midnight is a personal favorite. Glad you enjoyed the band, it's always cool to see someone experience the greatness the first time. Thanks for sharing.
They recorded the Somewhere in Time album in Frankfurt Germany at the time my dad was stationed there. During their off time they would party downtown and all of my fellow Army brats got to meet and party with the band.
Iron Maiden is amazing. Steve Harris is why I picked up a bass and they’ve been unique from the start. Great metal band.
Me too 🔥🔥
I came for the tool I've stayed for everything else. You're my favorite reactor
I really think this song needs to be heard on the album. Live is great, but the album version is slowed down some and much more in the vibes of the lyrics. so just crazy.
Yeah, I agree with you!
Glad I found your channel. I grew up on Maiden. My first concert was in 84 to see them and my sons first concert was 2016 to see them. Amazing history and musicians. You owe it to yourself if you like audible books. Bruce has an amazing life story. “What does this button do”
Also, listen to the studio mix. While you lose the amazing energy of the live show but so good. But the Rock in Rio of this is amazing too. Flight 666 Bruce flew the 747 for the tour. Well several tours.
Thanks for this truly enjoyed the sincere reaction and appreciation of the music. God Bless!
I saw Iron Maiden in Philadelphia in 1991 …it was amazing …and they’re STILL going!
I remember seeing them at the Spectrum in Philly, that’s where most of the metal bands were. Pantera at Electric Factory in the 90s. Saw Metallica every dam time they were here. I have close up photos of Dio at the Spectrum . I snuck my camera in 😀
Before cell phones .. 😊
That’s awesome …yeah, the Iron Maiden/Anthrax show I saw was at The Spectrum too. I saw Metallica there in ‘92 or ‘93 …whenever the Black Album tour came through 🤔