The British band has faced emotional and professional dilemma after the drummer’s health problems, but decided to go on with respect and renewal
The legendary Heavy Metal Iron Maiden band was very close to the end of her activities after the drummer’s departure Nicko McBrain of the training of the tour. The revelation was made by Steve Harrisbassist and founding member of the group, in an interview with the magazine Rock Candy. The reason for the possible retirement was the removal of McBrain, who suffered a Hit In 2023 and had sequences that compromised their ability to play live.
Nicko McBrainwhich integrates the Iron Maiden Since 1982, he has faced a delicate moment in his personal and professional life. The stroke partially influenced the right side of your body, making it difficult to perform on the stage. Although it was intensely dedicated to rehabilitation, with force and stretching exercises, he recognized that he could not maintain the level required for live performances. In December 2024, McBrain played his latest show with the band, marking the end of an era.
Second HarrisThe band had to face a difficult decision: Continue without the trajectory of Nicko or End Iron Maiden: “We didn’t have much choice. We needed to make a decision after Nicko’s health problems. We had a planned tour and we all wanted to go on, but we respect his decision to get away”, Declared the bassist.
McBrain will remain involved with Iron Maiden in the studio
Despite having left the stage, McBrain will remain involved with the Iron Maiden in the studio. Will continue to record with the other members – Steve Harris, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Janick Gers AND Bruce Dickinson – in future musical projects. For live shows, the group has chosen Simon Dawson as a substitute. Although he received the support of McBrain And it was welcome by the fans, the drummer himself clarified that he cannot be replaced.
During a presentation in 2025, Nick he commented on his successor: “He is doing a great job and I’m glad you welcomed it. But it’s not me – nobody can replace me.”
The possibility of the activities of the Iron Maiden Being closed to the generation of concerns among the fans, who have accompanied the band since the 80s. With classics like Run to the hills, the soldier, wasted years AND Fear of darknessThe British group has become one of the pillars of the World Heavy Metal. The exit of McBrain Tours represent a significant change, but not the end of the trip.
The decision to continue Simon Dawson on stage and keep McBrain in the studies it shows that the Iron Maiden You are willing to adapt without losing its essence. The band recognizes that the legacy built for over four decades deserves to be preserved, even in the face of adversity.
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Source: Terra
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