Listen: Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son - Iron Maiden The Number Of The Beast - Iron Maiden Afraid To Shoot Strangers - Iron Maiden Master Of Puppets - Metallica One - Metallica Back In Black - ACDC I Dont Want To A Miss A Thing - Aerosmith Livin' On A Player - Bon Jovi Gods Of War - Def Leppard Sweet Child Of Mine - Guns N Roses November Rain - Guns N Roses Better - Guns N Roses
You must do the album version of Alexander The Great, you'll LOVE it! His vocal performance on the Somewhere In Time album (the title track especially!) is UNBELIEVABLE!
Please please please analysing "Seventh son of a seventh son","Ghost of the navigator" or "Phantom of the opera" from Maidens,Seventh son from Rock am Ring 2014 Berlin,please
This song made me a hero in 8th grade English class. My teacher could not believe that I could quote lines from the classic poem 😂. She had no idea it was all because of Iron Maiden!
Funny somewhat similar story, a friend of mine in 8th grade submitted a poem called "Losfer Words", completely blank, and the teacher also thought it was creative and gave him a good grade. Iron Maiden wins again!
My English teacher in High School was a metal head and knew I was too. One day we're talking about the Caine Mutiny, the part where they're stuck out in the middle of the Pacific baking under the sun. He says, "This reminds me of a part of a poem, The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Day after day, day after day, we stuck no breath nor motion..." and without missing a beat I replied out loud, "As idle as a painted ship, upon a painted ocean." The teacher just smiled knowingly, but the kid in front of me turned back like Wesley Snipes in Blade, with the "WTF look" This song got me into poetry.
@@alexisthibodeau1300 I know I definitely heard it before the Flight 666 version. As John Turgeon said, it was Live After Death. I just didn't remember the name of it until he said it
Thank you Elizabeth! I'm almost crying here. It was a dream coming true for me, a Brazilian 56 years old woman, Iron Maiden super fan. In my youth, I always talked to my friends about this strange desire to know the opinion of a true opera singer analyzing Bruce Dickinson's voice skills. Thank you ❤️ Thank you ❤️ Thank you ❤️
I remember the day my Dad came by as I was listening to this song and his attention was immediately drawn to the title and lyrics. Little did I kknow where the lyrics came from at the moment but he knew having studied classic English literature and I'll never forget the question that immediately followed:"Where did these guys go to school !?" He then proceeded to explain where the lyrics came from, show me the original text from an old, dusty book and I told him more about the band, where they're from and how long they had been around already back in the late eighties. He hasn't dismissed anything I listen to as quick as he used to ever since. The music is rich and complex by itself and so are the lyrics. No wonder Iron Maiden has lasted this long, they have so much depth to them.
Aint it great to be part of that depth , saw " Peice Of Mind "tour "Powerslave " tour "Somewhere In Time " tour , hundreds of various concerts since then but nothing , nobody , anywhere, comes close to that .. Up The Irons ⚔
Steve Harris (the bass player) is a absolute legend, the whole band is legendary...the stayed away from drugs and alcohol which definitely contributed to their longevity!
One of the few bands that didn’t let themselves get consumed by their own fame. I think that, on top of the talent exuding from those six men, are what make Iron Maiden untouchable
So many people think of rock bands= sex drugs and rock and rock and roll. Pretty damn sure that maiden only liked the rock and roll all the time, since they have been able to stay together for so long and play so great into their 60s.
They most definitely did not stay away from alcohol! Listen to a few of Bruce's stories about touring. He says they tried locking him in his room to keep him away from the bar! He also claims the band and the road crew went through 50,000 cans of beer on one world tour tour (bear in mind, a Maiden world tour in those days lasted 2 or 3 years).
So much to digest when analyzing Maiden. Love seeing your giddiness when looking into the harder genres of music. It's adorable. Keep up the great work.
I must say, I’m anxiously awaiting the day she decides to check out some newer Cattle Decapitation...probably a bit too heavy, but to hear what she thinks of Travis’ vocals would be great!
@@TheCharismaticVoice Hi, if you have an opportunity chech out one of their concerts from Chile or Brazil. EN VIVO is a great example they play to audiences of almost 400,000 people each night and a typical concert is nearly 3 hours of incredible energy cheers👋
When giving suggestions on music I don't like to use phrases such as "you need to listen to" or "you'll love (insert musician name here)", but you really need to listen to Ronnie James Dio, you'll love Ronnie James Dio. Heaven & Hell!
I think she'd enjoy Sacred Heart from the live video more. Way more theatrics and the song is complete. Heaven & Hell is incomplete on that Sacred Heart live video. Matter of fact we wouldn't get a complete version fo Heaven & Hell until "Live at Radio City Music Hall."
Watching Steve Harris mouth the words of the song while he’s killing the bass is awesome. He was one of my hero’s in school when I was playing. Bruce is just amazing, the whole band is just great, smart, good natured, musicians. Saw them headline twice and a Monsters of Metal tour. Great set every time, and better live every time.
That's awesome, do you mind if I ask when/where you saw them? I grew up in German, and was in my mid-teens in the mid-80's, and was so fortunately able to attend three of the earliest "Monsters of Rock" concerts (well, really just two, as I foolishly got so inebriated on the way to the third one that I pretty much don't remember anything but a huge, dull roar, and an incredibly disgusting floor I was so, so glad to be laying face-down on, as I was utterly unable to stand by that point. So stupid. Well, lesson learned, I guess!), where Maiden performed. I still have all three tour T-shirts! Or rather, my girlfriend has them, as she loves to sleep in them, for some reason... And yes, they played probably the tightest set of any of the bands every time! Although Ozzy was great too (Bark at the Moon tour with Jake E. Lee on guitar), as well as The Scorpions (Blackout tour, I believe), who where my favorite bend EVER...at that time..! Motorhead, Twisted Sister, Judas Priest, Michael Schenker Group, on and on, so many great bands! Man...I really miss the 80's. And the 90's. The couple since I could do without, and this one isn't shaping up great either...
I told my son recently that a concert at this time had a length of 3 hours. Maybe a 20 minute break in middle. He looked at me like I was crazy. These guys have incredible stamina and showmanship.
funny you say that, recently Guns N Roses had a 2 and a half hour show and was forced to shutdown the last song (Paradise City) because the show was located on a residential zone, and it was passed 10PM...funny thing, the crowd kept singing the song til the end even without the instruments. And yes drug free bands like Maiden can play up to 3 hours with great sound...other bands in drugs can actually do 3 hours...but most of the time they would sound like shit...if they were actually able to finish the show before passing out...don't do drugs kids.
I absolutely love how passionate she is and her reactions to everything! She is also great at explaining what she is looking for, while not being afraid to geek out at the same time. She makes me actually have better appreciation for a band that I have already considered to be the best live band ever!
I really love how you look amazed and enthusiastic about all the little details, tempo shifts, tricks used by Bruce to improve his performance etc. It really shows your passion for music and for being someone who listened to Maiden just twice you seem to really love them already. I'd really enjoy a Dance of Death reaction cause I think that song is really their masterpiece and the peak of Bruce's outstanding storytelling ability.
As a non-singing person, I find this kind of mechanical analysis absolutely fascinating. It really breaks the performance down in a very different way than casual listening or from a guitar centric point of view. I really like that.
I agree. I also like that different channels that do this type of thing focus on different aspects of the vocal performances. It really makes me appreciate how complex singing really is.
I love how the younger generation is learning respect for Iron Maiden and Bruce Dickinson. Anyone who knows great music understands they're legendary. Please listen to Bruce Dickinson's solo work, specifically Jerusalem and Gates of Urizen. Bruce is a modern day Polymath
@@malawigw Debut Maiden album Sanctuary was released in 1980 so she was how old? My point is she's a younger generation and it's positive to see her enjoying them. There's no negative connotation. I was seeing them live in concert before she was a teenager, so therefore a younger generation
I liked the bit about how he's got so much energy on tour. Ladies and gentleman, my name is Bruce, and I'll be the Captain on your flight to the next concert. I guess leasing your own tour plane and flying it saves a bit of money on tour costs. Oh, and in case of any disturbances, he is/was also a very good fencer.
This song is precisely why I have always loved Iron Maiden! The artistry, theatrics, vocal control, story telling, rhythm and melody changes (I’m not musically inclined) and energy generated by each one of the band members working together to give the audience the best experience possible at one of their shows. I saw them live at 17 and would definitely see them again as a 57 year old! Thanks for choosing this one 😉
was able to finally see them live on their "book of souls" tour and hoping to see them on their "senjetsu" tour with my new girlfriend and she does appreciate maiden!! up the irons!!
The gallop you mentioned is due to bass player Steve Harris. The "gallop" is his signature style. Steve is also the primary writer for the band, especially in the early years. Bruce has been compared to an air raid siren for his ability to wail with sustained volume and intensity.
I’ve been a Maiden fan since 1983. I’ve watched this concert, several hundred times. Thank you for seeing it in a different light and seeing the music history behind that performance. I certainly have leaned a lot. By the way, that performance was day 4 of a sold out performance. Bruce and the boys held their ground after 4 straight nights. That is what’s most impressive.
I attended the KC MO show during this tour! Still the best live show ever and why I think Live After Death is probably the best live album ever recorded! UP THE IRONS!
This band made history, poetry, and literature cool to a whole generation of metal heads. That's why they were known as the thinking man's/woman's metal band.
The thing I really love about their stage presence in later years is that you can plainly see how much they're enjoying themselves and there's nothing in the world they'd rather be doing.
I caught Maiden at the Ottawa Bluesfest some years back (2012? 2013?) Alice Cooper opened (how's that for a bill?) Even my dad was shocked at Bruce's energy level.
I love your connection to Shakespeare. I happen to be a Shakespeare actor/director by profession and am a longstanding Maiden fan, too. I've always felt more closely related to these singers than most people would imagine. It makes me so happy to hear you mention it. Thanks.
Huge reason why they're my favorite band ever. One of the few bands where I can literally hum (and tap!) every instrumental part because of how catchy they are.
The Albatross is THE crux of the curse/story..The Mariner killed 'The bird of good omen' a terrible curse fell upon him, love this stuff! I am 52 and played this to my dad when I was 15, he knew the words and freaked me out, I didn't realize this is a very old piece of poetry.
I've been waiting for this ever since you did Hallowed Be Thy Name. I love watching you discover great music, and I always learn something I didn't know about the music from you.
Bruce always said, based on his theater background, that he sung for the person in the back row. Steve Harris cannot be forgotten as a monster songwriter.
True about Steve Harris. He is the main writer and you can always see him mouthing the lyrics in time. His only problem is that he is the bassist, he wrote a lot of music backwards nd have the bass playing the lead with the guitars in the background - not that I am complaining about Murray and Smith as they are amazing.
Coleridge's Rime of the ancient mariner is a powerful piece of art with an also powerful message of redemption. When I listened it through Iron Maiden, after having studied it at school, it was a second chance to get in love with this piece of art.
My new neighbours listen to Drill with no regard for anyone who know's what a good set of phones does. So now they listen to Drill drowned out by Dickinson, Osbourne, Rose, Johnson, Draiman, Hetfield, Tankian et al. Yeah, never underestimate an old guy in a Maiden T-shirt, we have more money AND bigger speakers.
When I was a teenager back in the 80s, I turned to heavy metal as an expression of my teenage rebellion, and Maiden was my single favorite band. The fact that many of their songs were based on works of literature got me interested in literature and scholarship in general. Now, that I'm over 50, I am no longer all that rebellious and I have expanded my musical interests well beyond just the stuff I grew up with, and basically, I went from a high school dropout to someone who gets respect for those with masters degree and Ph. D., and I think Iron Maiden and similar bands has a lot to do with that.
You sound a lot like me--and probably millions of others of us. But the fact that Maiden's lyrics revolved so much around literature and history was always one of the things I loved about them. At 50, my musical tastes have also expanded way beyond metal--but when I'm rolling down the road with my windows down on a sunny day, I still love to crank up "The Trooper," "Run to the Hills," or "Aces High," and remember what it was like to be 17. \m/
I can't agree more, Iron Maiden had given a lot of literature and history lessons through their songs! without them, I would never know (the rhyme of the ancient mariner)
That's one of the beauties of rock and roll and all its sub genres. It's a timeless style capable of flourish unimaginable things on their fans. I got into guns n roses and iron maiden when I was about 9 years old. I learned english with their songs and now I'm an English teacher.
In a “behind the scenes” doc, Bruce shows his backstage routines and says he hydrates with 2L of warmed water because “cold water is the enemy of all things singing.” The man is a seriously hard-working performer!
@@johnman559 He changes costumes a dozen times, straps a flamethrower on and off, alter hairstyles. Little stuff like that. lol It’s like he’s the lead in a Broadway show! The video is on YT.
@@Dobie_ByTor Not just that! he is also like some actors, working on hes voice, goes in " that mood " and channeling hes inner voice so he can do what he does more, love the " behind the scenes" / " interview " with this man :P he is a legend and a well performing artist/singer/actor when on stage
"They had more energy in 2008 than in this 1985 performance...". Yeah, they probably did: the World Slavery Tour (the Powerslave album tour this footage is from) nearly finished them...literally. It was long, brutal, and relentless. From that tour they learnt to pace themselves - generally, they now have at least one day off between performances, and take better care of themselves.
If I remember right, it was a 1.5 year long tour, during the mid 80's full debauchery era (even if Maiden were known as crazy partiers like Crue/Poison etc.
So true Steve...I remember Bruce saying that toward the end of that brutal tour, that he felt like “A lighting rig”...I’m sure it would’ve been the end for mere mortals, but for The Irons? Good on ya!!!
You mention the Egyptian qualities of the final part... I'd say it's a transitional element into the next song, which is Powerslave, where they hit Phrygian territory.
Indeed. Powerslave followed Rime on the Live After Death album and what is perceived as Bruce's last notes of Rime are actually the first ones of Powerslave and I was pleasantly, amazingly impressed she picked up on the style of such a short, seemingly unrelated little tidbit almost immediately.
Yeah, Powerslave. All killer, no filler. My favourite Iron Maiden album ever, possibly my favourite album ever. Would like to see a three hour reaction to the full version, though 😁
It's notable you noted a sense of Egypt at the end of the song, since it transitioned into Powerslave, a song with clear Egyptian themes. With that being said, the album Live After Death is one of the greatest live albums of all time, and it is what got me into Iron Maiden as a teenager. This song was certainly one of the reasons why, and I wish I could have seen them do this song live.
I was blessed to see Maiden perform this masterpiece twice, once at Radio City Music Hall in NYC, the second time when I was serving in the Army in San Jose Ca
16:00 "I promise to pause less, I know it's a very long song" Narrator: She did not, in fact, pause less. And that is a good thing, we're here for your insights as well as your reactions
@@13Nagash13 I read it in Charles Gray’s voice. He played the narrator in “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and even though he’s got a great voice it surprised me when I ‘heard’ his voice in my head instead of Morgans.
Absolutely love her analysis of one of Maidens best songs! I was there! Long Beach Arena! Saw Maiden twice on the World Slavery Tour.. 🤘. Still one of the greatest concerts I have ever been to! UP THE IRONS!
Well It's not one of Maiden best songs, It's one of the best if not the best classic Heavy Metal Songs of all time! If someone would ask me what is Heavy Metal I would tell him hear Rime of The Ancient Mariner from Iron Maiden and you will know.
Saw them on the World Slavery tour, too. One of my fondest memories. Planning on seeing them with my son this coming October. Hope he will love it too.
Welcome to the "Human Air Raid Siren" show!!!! This concert launched Iron Maiden to the top of the personal list of many rockers around the world, and was the same year of the first Rock'n Rio (1985) Greeting and Blessings from Venezuela!!!!
28:55 rain here is actually the good thing, after a long time at the sea, with no water to drink, then the curse is broken and rain starts to fall. Mariner can finally drink the (rain) water, as the curse is lifted after he realized beauty of the world around him.
My mother and more specifically my grandmother taught piano and grandma managed a music shop. I remember her reaction when hearing "The Trooper" as my guitar teacher tried to show me how to play that track, she just walked by and nonchalantly said "professionally trained vocalist" and kept walking. Then we worked on "Queen of the Reich" and Geoff Tate. That time she actually stopped and said "now THAT guy has been practicing for a while"
This review was great, and it's wonderful to see music that I grew up with get such praise, but honestly, THE BEST PART of this review are you facial expressions. Very, very expressive!
It truly was a joy and a pleasure watching you discover a song that quickly became my favorite all those years ago. You pointed out issues like the way Bruce stands and the fact that he raises his arm all the time, and now I know why he always did that. I doubt you ever have to worry about pausing the video to speak, I'm pretty sure here in your analysis is the reason people keep requesting that you analyze our favorite songs. Thank you, you're awesomemost and a pleasure to watch.
Bruce was in a norwegian talk show where they asked how he could keep his voice all these years. He said the singing wasn't the thing destroying the voice, but all the talking in clubs after the gig, where you had to shout over the music to be heard. So he tried to avoid that.
I have been listening to heavy metal since I was 9 years old (I'm 47 now) and you are making me appreciate this music in a way I have never realized before. Your knowledge is impressive and your enthusiasm is infectious. Thank you for doing these videos!
So what Ive learned from this and the Hallowed Be Thy Name review is that the power stance and power fist not only look cool, they actually serve a purpose for vocals.
I hope everyone appreciates the musical knowledge that you are giving us. I get so much more from this song, knowing about the signatures and so forth as they relate to the “waves”. I feel like I’m in a music appreciation class!!
I'm SO pleased you chose an original 80s version of this - this shows what Bruce was truly like. It's no wonder he was named on the album sleeves as Bruce "Air Raid Siren" Dickinson!
They absolutely had more energy in 2008. A thing to understand is how hard they worked through the 80s in particular the World Slavery tour in which this video was shot. The performed 189 shows from August 1984 to July 1985. They toured, wrote and recorded endlessly and achieved massive success with virtually no radio play.
And I'm thinking that this tour was what gave Adiran Smith the idea for leaving the band to spend more time with his family. I believe he wrote Wasted Years on this tour which was his ode to his family while he was touring.
@@abbynormabrain6664 , yes he did play with them for 4 more years. I'm saying that this tour was what initiated his thoughts about leaving the band. Wasted Years is such a great song about how you can miss your family do much when on a grueling your such as they were on. Their 86 and 88 tours were not quite as extensive as their 84/85 tour. He had to have thought about his decision for years and years before finally coming to the final decision as they were at the top of their game and from all I have read getting along well with each other that it was not an easy decision to make.
Yeah, an odd one in that it’s not the strongest lyrically, but Bruce elevates it, plus the musical composition of the piece keeps you coming back for more!
Seventh son of a seventh son from Seventh son of a seventh son 😅 Yeah it's a great one. Probably my favorite album of theirs. Along with Piece of Mind.
A quality dissection of a Maiden classic, without doubt you know your stuff, always good to hear a professional opinion of a band that I’ve followed since I was a kid 👍🏻
So, the slowed down augmented segment represents the "doldrums" from the original work. Steve Harris is a student of literature and history. He is the primary writer in the band and this adaptation is his work.
The ethnic sound at the end of this masterpiece of metal led straight into possibly Maidens finest offering, Powerslave. I'm actually going to go as far as begging you to comment on this track from the Powerslave 84/85 tour, to me this is everything a metal song should be, awesome storytelling, amazing musicians and full on power vocal.
If you wanna hear the best voice ever - listen to Ronnie James Dio. I recommend a performance from the 70's or 80's when he is young and sounds amazing. He is in Rainbow in the 70's and in Black Sabbath and DIO in the 80's
I just love watching your brain process information since your facial expressions are totally meant for video. Beautiful inside and out. Love your insight
They are amazing to see live even to this day, from the vocals to the stories on the stage! They have some of the best live shows and even though they use the same stage set up... they still are brilliant in the performances! Seeing them four times in a row as of late at the front of the barrier has been some of the best experiences ever.
9:13 "The three horses between his legs" stance comes most likely from his long time training as a competitive fencer. If I remember correctly, in his early twenties, Bruce was in the top 10 among his peers in England.
My cousin was a decent fencer back in the day, county level I think, and he had the high honour of fencing Bruce, who is about ten years older than he, in a competition. Bruce is a left handed fencer which is apparently awkward for right handed fencers not used to it. My cousin is also left handed so that nullified Bruce's usual advantage somewhat... but still lost. 😆
Honestly, the best part of your content is the freshness with which I hear through your ears. I have listened to this song for decades, never once thought about the horse stance-arm up connections or any of the vocal connections that you mentioned. Your analysis are astounding and eye opening. Thank you for this. Keep on rocking!
I love your first impression of this classic Lament, it is good to see the uninitiated hold fast to such a monumental piece, Bruce is a true entertainer although he is held to task by an amazing band also. Steve Harris and Mr. McBrain drive the Rythm like a fireman and engineer feeds a steamtrain, Mr.Smith and Mr.Murry entice the melody with vigour. They are a team and you touched on that comradery for a moment. I love your face when you realise this is not just any old song, when you are in awe as I am every time I see and hear one the greatest bands of all time. Much love and respect from Australia.
For the full Iron Maiden experience, watch the entire Live After Death concert video. Not only are they great musicians, but they put on the absolute best stage show you've ever seen. You won't be disappointed.
Ronnie James Dio singing anything... too bad he has passed but Paul Rodgers is still around :) but what to choose his work in Free ? Bad Company ? QUeen ? Nope gotta go with The Firm all the way!
"I wonder what it would've been like to be his mom" - that made me laugh so hard, and also acknowledge that "yup, that's a fair reflection". Fantastic take on this epic song!
I JUST discovered you! I already adore and appreciate what you do. Your humility, energy, and appreciation of music and vocals is captivating. Thank you for being so open to hard rock/heavy metal music and for adding your musical and vocal expertise and analysis. I have instantly fell in love with you.
"Water, Water everywhere but not a drop to drink." The ship is at a stand still because of the albatros, they have no ability to get water and the salty ocean is everywhere but as thirsty as they are, they can't drink a drop. So the anger is more of a desperation and anger.
This is one of my very favorite songs of all time. Awesome reaction and breakdown! This channel is amazing. I love watching you experience these songs and break them down. Keep up the excellent work!
I've been a Maiden fan since I first heard them in the 80's. They are a fantastic band to see live. "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" is a musical masterpiece. I've seen them live eight times and they've only performed this song once in that time. It was the thrill of a lifetime for me!
Wow 8 times Lucky! And I guess I was pretty Lucky too only seen them once. Seventh son of a seventh son tour. I got to hear this live! Greatest show ever!
In 1985 I was 21, Elizabeth "that was a little bit before I was born", thanks for making me feel old lol. I think his voice has changed a bit over the years, but Bruce is still one of the best metal singers around.
I was born in 1989 and am so thankful that I was raised with Iron Maiden and other classic rock/metal bands on CD and the radio. Iron Maiden is as much a part of my life as if I was among your group of original fans. =D
Tell me about it, I was in college when they toured here. Interestly I had to miss Cleveland since they played the day before school started in Toledo but they didn't hit Toledo until the next leg of the tour and played on the day of my last final.
I was just 15. I remember my grandfather picking me up from school the day “Live after Death “ video was released and driving me around town until I found a copy 👍
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Listen:
Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son - Iron Maiden
The Number Of The Beast - Iron Maiden
Afraid To Shoot Strangers - Iron Maiden
Master Of Puppets - Metallica
One - Metallica
Back In Black - ACDC
I Dont Want To A Miss A Thing - Aerosmith
Livin' On A Player - Bon Jovi
Gods Of War - Def Leppard
Sweet Child Of Mine - Guns N Roses
November Rain - Guns N Roses
Better - Guns N Roses
You must do the album version of Alexander The Great, you'll LOVE it! His vocal performance on the Somewhere In Time album (the title track especially!) is UNBELIEVABLE!
Please please please analysing "Seventh son of a seventh son","Ghost of the navigator" or "Phantom of the opera" from Maidens,Seventh son from Rock am Ring 2014 Berlin,please
@@gokuultrainstinc9454 "I Don't Want to Miss at Thing"and Livin' On a Prayer",realy,among this songs,I don't think so
He stay hidrated because he drink ice coffe betwen songs in back stage
This song made me a hero in 8th grade English class. My teacher could not believe that I could quote lines from the classic poem 😂. She had no idea it was all because of Iron Maiden!
Lmao
Funny somewhat similar story, a friend of mine in 8th grade submitted a poem called "Losfer Words", completely blank, and the teacher also thought it was creative and gave him a good grade. Iron Maiden wins again!
My English teacher in High School was a metal head and knew I was too. One day we're talking about the Caine Mutiny, the part where they're stuck out in the middle of the Pacific baking under the sun. He says, "This reminds me of a part of a poem, The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Day after day, day after day, we stuck no breath nor motion..." and without missing a beat I replied out loud, "As idle as a painted ship, upon a painted ocean." The teacher just smiled knowingly, but the kid in front of me turned back like Wesley Snipes in Blade, with the "WTF look" This song got me into poetry.
and I kinda decided to go study English Lit because of this
@@BadgerNCarolina That is amazing! LOL!
Iron Maiden: the metal band that teaches you history and classics.
Sabaton: allow us to introduce ourselves.
Surely that's Sabaton.
I literally qouted (the majority) of Alexander the Great on a Western Civ (history 101) freshmen course final.
@@wolfsden6479 who do you think taught Sabaton?
Did you know Bruce was a history teacher in England, before his career move?
The best intro Bruce ever had for this song was. “Our next song is a story about what not to do when a bird shits on you!”
I love that.
If I remember correctly, that was in this concert, it was right before this video started.
Love Live After Death,
@@EricHegeman i don’t know about this show, but I’m 100% sure he says it in the Flight 666 version
@@alexisthibodeau1300 I know I definitely heard it before the Flight 666 version. As John Turgeon said, it was Live After Death. I just didn't remember the name of it until he said it
Samuel Taylor Coleridge would be so pleased to hear this masterpiece 223 years after he wrote these words.
Is it true,this is not their song
@@InfamousB9 the lyrics of the song are from a poem written by Coleridge. The music is composed by Iron Maiden.
@@trort2714 Thank you,,very important facr🙌🙌🙌
@@trort2714 I am sorry,I have to ask wich poem is this,I want to read that now
@@InfamousB9 it’s the name of the song.
Thank you Elizabeth! I'm almost crying here. It was a dream coming true for me, a Brazilian 56 years old woman, Iron Maiden super fan.
In my youth, I always talked to my friends about this strange desire to know the opinion of a true opera singer analyzing Bruce Dickinson's voice skills. Thank you ❤️ Thank you ❤️ Thank you ❤️
You are very much welcome. It's an honor.
Iron maiden contribuiu para a minha formação e construção enquanto ser pensante que sou, gratidão. 🤘🏻
Bass player Steve Harris is the primary writer, musically. He's brilliant.
Yes he's a genius.
I learned bass listening to him.
Steve is Iron Maiden himself:) the soul of Iron Maiden!
My #1 inspiration for playing bass and writing long songs!
Yep. I learned bass playing Iron Maiden songs everyday. He’s a legend.
I remember the day my Dad came by as I was listening to this song and his attention was immediately drawn to the title and lyrics. Little did I kknow where the lyrics came from at the moment but he knew having studied classic English literature and I'll never forget the question that immediately followed:"Where did these guys go to school !?" He then proceeded to explain where the lyrics came from, show me the original text from an old, dusty book and I told him more about the band, where they're from and how long they had been around already back in the late eighties. He hasn't dismissed anything I listen to as quick as he used to ever since.
The music is rich and complex by itself and so are the lyrics. No wonder Iron Maiden has lasted this long, they have so much depth to them.
Aint it great to be part of that depth , saw
" Peice Of Mind "tour
"Powerslave " tour
"Somewhere In Time "
tour , hundreds of various concerts since then but nothing , nobody , anywhere, comes close to that ..
Up The Irons ⚔
Steve Harris (the bass player) is a absolute legend, the whole band is legendary...the stayed away from drugs and alcohol which definitely contributed to their longevity!
Not to mention all the football matches between shows.
The man is a god among us bass players. He probably could crack walnuts with his right hand fingers and doesn’t seem to age
One of the few bands that didn’t let themselves get consumed by their own fame. I think that, on top of the talent exuding from those six men, are what make Iron Maiden untouchable
So many people think of rock bands= sex drugs and rock and rock and roll. Pretty damn sure that maiden only liked the rock and roll all the time, since they have been able to stay together for so long and play so great into their 60s.
They most definitely did not stay away from alcohol! Listen to a few of Bruce's stories about touring. He says they tried locking him in his room to keep him away from the bar! He also claims the band and the road crew went through 50,000 cans of beer on one world tour tour (bear in mind, a Maiden world tour in those days lasted 2 or 3 years).
I love how she took one of iron maiden’s longer songs and made it even longer. Never get tired of this song. That and Alexander the great.
I love love love love Alexander the Great!
Alexander the Great is a real love it or hate it song ain't it?
"Ask for thyself another kingdom, for that which I leave is too small for thee". 😉
@@maudglazbrooke1287 it's an absolute boss song
@@SilentBob731 Dunnnn dun duuuun dun dun duuuuun
So much to digest when analyzing Maiden. Love seeing your giddiness when looking into the harder genres of music. It's adorable.
Keep up the great work.
Thank you Capp00!
Exactly what I was thinking Capp00!
And at the same time...OMG!!! Capp00!
Lol.
I was just WAITING for the expression after things started to pick up and the explosions kicked in.
I must say, I’m anxiously awaiting the day she decides to check out some newer Cattle Decapitation...probably a bit too heavy, but to hear what she thinks of Travis’ vocals would be great!
@@TheCharismaticVoice Hi, if you have an opportunity chech out one of their concerts from Chile or Brazil. EN VIVO is a great example they play to audiences of almost 400,000 people each night and a typical concert is nearly 3 hours of incredible energy cheers👋
When giving suggestions on music I don't like to use phrases such as "you need to listen to" or "you'll love (insert musician name here)", but you really need to listen to Ronnie James Dio, you'll love Ronnie James Dio. Heaven & Hell!
I think she'd enjoy Sacred Heart from the live video more. Way more theatrics and the song is complete. Heaven & Hell is incomplete on that Sacred Heart live video. Matter of fact we wouldn't get a complete version fo Heaven & Hell until "Live at Radio City Music Hall."
Ah! Great recommendation, mate! Not only Black Sabbath days, but the solo career too!
Stargazer from Rainbow Rising is the best.
The Last in Line is another choice to react
@@nineer676 in my humble opinion one of the greatest rock performance of all time
Watching Steve Harris mouth the words of the song while he’s killing the bass is awesome. He was one of my hero’s in school when I was playing. Bruce is just amazing, the whole band is just great, smart, good natured, musicians. Saw them headline twice and a Monsters of Metal tour. Great set every time, and better live every time.
Lol, I'd never noticed that before, can't unsee it now...
Hell yeah. Steve wrote/writes most of the lyrics, so he shares the glory with Bruce \m/
That's awesome, do you mind if I ask when/where you saw them? I grew up in German, and was in my mid-teens in the mid-80's, and was so fortunately able to attend three of the earliest "Monsters of Rock" concerts (well, really just two, as I foolishly got so inebriated on the way to the third one that I pretty much don't remember anything but a huge, dull roar, and an incredibly disgusting floor I was so, so glad to be laying face-down on, as I was utterly unable to stand by that point. So stupid. Well, lesson learned, I guess!), where Maiden performed. I still have all three tour T-shirts! Or rather, my girlfriend has them, as she loves to sleep in them, for some reason... And yes, they played probably the tightest set of any of the bands every time! Although Ozzy was great too (Bark at the Moon tour with Jake E. Lee on guitar), as well as The Scorpions (Blackout tour, I believe), who where my favorite bend EVER...at that time..! Motorhead, Twisted Sister, Judas Priest, Michael Schenker Group, on and on, so many great bands! Man...I really miss the 80's. And the 90's. The couple since I could do without, and this one isn't shaping up great either...
Discovering your channel was one of the better things to happen during 2020
Agreed 😊
Absolutely. Her channel is as funny as didactic, I love her passionate way of living and explaining music and singing
Agreed!
maybe because she just started reacting in 2020?
I told my son recently that a concert at this time had a length of 3 hours. Maybe a 20 minute break in middle. He looked at me like I was crazy. These guys have incredible stamina and showmanship.
And a lot of coke for most bands back then.
@@bevil4aday Most, but not Maiden.
Incredible stamina😏
funny you say that, recently Guns N Roses had a 2 and a half hour show and was forced to shutdown the last song (Paradise City) because the show was located on a residential zone, and it was passed 10PM...funny thing, the crowd kept singing the song til the end even without the instruments. And yes drug free bands like Maiden can play up to 3 hours with great sound...other bands in drugs can actually do 3 hours...but most of the time they would sound like shit...if they were actually able to finish the show before passing out...don't do drugs kids.
I saw iron maiden in 2010 and bruce was still rinning around as if he was still in his teens. It was amazing to say yhe least
I absolutely love how passionate she is and her reactions to everything! She is also great at explaining what she is looking for, while not being afraid to geek out at the same time. She makes me actually have better appreciation for a band that I have already considered to be the best live band ever!
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This to me is the best piece they’ve ever done. The stage show, the lyrics, the guitar solos make this an absolute belter!!! Up the irons 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Depending on my mood I would agree with you. Seems like about 20 of their songs fall into that category for me.
both Dave and Adrian solos here are HUGE MASTERPIECES
AMEN ❤
100% ole bean.
I really love how you look amazed and enthusiastic about all the little details, tempo shifts, tricks used by Bruce to improve his performance etc. It really shows your passion for music and for being someone who listened to Maiden just twice you seem to really love them already. I'd really enjoy a Dance of Death reaction cause I think that song is really their masterpiece and the peak of Bruce's outstanding storytelling ability.
Yes!! React to Dance of Death! It's a musical journey. A real masterpiece!
As a non-singing person, I find this kind of mechanical analysis absolutely fascinating. It really breaks the performance down in a very different way than casual listening or from a guitar centric point of view. I really like that.
I agree. I also like that different channels that do this type of thing focus on different aspects of the vocal performances. It really makes me appreciate how complex singing really is.
I love how the younger generation is learning respect for Iron Maiden and Bruce Dickinson. Anyone who knows great music understands they're legendary. Please listen to Bruce Dickinson's solo work, specifically Jerusalem and Gates of Urizen. Bruce is a modern day Polymath
the younger generation? She is 36y old iirc.
@@malawigw Debut Maiden album Sanctuary was released in 1980 so she was how old? My point is she's a younger generation and it's positive to see her enjoying them. There's no negative connotation. I was seeing them live in concert before she was a teenager, so therefore a younger generation
I liked the bit about how he's got so much energy on tour. Ladies and gentleman, my name is Bruce, and I'll be the Captain on your flight to the next concert. I guess leasing your own tour plane and flying it saves a bit of money on tour costs. Oh, and in case of any disturbances, he is/was also a very good fencer.
And he flies their tour jet (747) just for fun. World class fencer as well. I wonder if young Elizabeth knows that!
Just this!
I listened to this song a million times back in the late 80’s and early 90’s. I’m 50 now. One of my all time favorites. Epic song
Me too! 57 and this is still in my top 20 favorite songs.
Steve Harris is a genius. Writes the songs & can twang that bass. Love it !
This song is precisely why I have always loved Iron Maiden! The artistry, theatrics, vocal control, story telling, rhythm and melody changes (I’m not musically inclined) and energy generated by each one of the band members working together to give the audience the best experience possible at one of their shows. I saw them live at 17 and would definitely see them again as a 57 year old! Thanks for choosing this one 😉
was able to finally see them live on their "book of souls" tour and hoping to see them on their "senjetsu" tour with my new girlfriend and she does appreciate maiden!! up the irons!!
The way they take a song and elevate it to a new level, performance of all members of the band. Brilliant
The gallop you mentioned is due to bass player Steve Harris. The "gallop" is his signature style. Steve is also the primary writer for the band, especially in the early years. Bruce has been compared to an air raid siren for his ability to wail with sustained volume and intensity.
I’ve been a Maiden fan since 1983. I’ve watched this concert, several hundred times. Thank you for seeing it in a different light and seeing the music history behind that performance. I certainly have leaned a lot. By the way, that performance was day 4 of a sold out performance. Bruce and the boys held their ground after 4 straight nights. That is what’s most impressive.
We won't see the like again...
Was NOTB for you too?
@@alistairogilvy7696 yes, The Prisoner was the first Iron Maiden song I heard and still my favorite today.
@@slayer2261it was 'run to the hills' for me. The album (NOTB) came very soon after and fully confirmed I'd found something special ;)
I attended the KC MO show during this tour! Still the best live show ever and why I think Live After Death is probably the best live album ever recorded! UP THE IRONS!
This band made history, poetry, and literature cool to a whole generation of metal heads. That's why they were known as the thinking man's/woman's metal band.
I was reading Dune when "To Tame a Land" was released on Piece of Mind. These dudes were in my heads.
The thing I really love about their stage presence in later years is that you can plainly see how much they're enjoying themselves and there's nothing in the world they'd rather be doing.
They are the only metal band that my wife came with me to see live. Such infectious performers!
That’s exactly why I go see them. Just brilliant trained musicians having fun. So cool to see!
Yes I last saw them at Rock Werchter in Belgium, 2009 or 10. They are great at festivals because of that enjoyment the project onto their audience.
Bruce is 62 years now and still have more energy, as i did have as an 6 year old!!!
Up the Irons forever!!!!
I caught Maiden at the Ottawa Bluesfest some years back (2012? 2013?) Alice Cooper opened (how's that for a bill?) Even my dad was shocked at Bruce's energy level.
I love your connection to Shakespeare. I happen to be a Shakespeare actor/director by profession and am a longstanding Maiden fan, too. I've always felt more closely related to these singers than most people would imagine. It makes me so happy to hear you mention it. Thanks.
Every song is a history lesson with Iron Maiden.
When Russia annexed the Crimea, I thought, "yeah, they've wanted that real estate for a minute now."
Let me tell you about a little band called Sabaton lol
isnt this song just about a poem though
@@stugeh I’m not sure if it’s about, but I know it has some of the lines in a poem about an albatross in it...so maybe? Lol
@@stugeh yes the song is an old poem written by Coleridge
"melodic guitar licks" no one really does that better than Maiden...
Huge reason why they're my favorite band ever. One of the few bands where I can literally hum (and tap!) every instrumental part because of how catchy they are.
Maiden does it very well, but not sure I agree with that statement.
@@Lleanlleawrg its alright... not everyone can be right lol
Very few bands also have 3 lead guitarists lol
@@Lleanlleawrg Hey no problem, everyone can have a wrong opinion ^^
May Iron Maiden be with you all!!! UP THE IRONS!!!
Up the fking Irons indeed \m/
Up the hammers!
Wherever you are Iron Maiden's gonna get you no matter how far!
The Albatross is THE crux of the curse/story..The Mariner killed 'The bird of good omen' a terrible curse fell upon him, love this stuff! I am 52 and played this to my dad when I was 15, he knew the words and freaked me out, I didn't realize this is a very old piece of poetry.
One of the most epic songs ever. Still sound incredible after all these years.
I've been waiting for this ever since you did Hallowed Be Thy Name. I love watching you discover great music, and I always learn something I didn't know about the music from you.
I agree 100%
Thing I like most about these videos is her positivity. Where others look for things to criticize, she looks for things to praise.
Iron Maiden teaching history with their music. I've been a fan since the 1st album and still going strong.
UP THE IRONS!!!
Bruce always said, based on his theater background, that he sung for the person in the back row. Steve Harris cannot be forgotten as a monster songwriter.
True about Steve Harris. He is the main writer and you can always see him mouthing the lyrics in time. His only problem is that he is the bassist, he wrote a lot of music backwards nd have the bass playing the lead with the guitars in the background - not that I am complaining about Murray and Smith as they are amazing.
Walt Maueroeder as the owner of a Steve Harris Fender Precision bass (all 13 lbs), I fail to see what is backwards.
@@seanj3667 by backwards, I mean treating the bass more as a lead guitar and the rhythm is left to the guitars
This is a true legendary song by a legendary band
Her facial expressions to this song are priceless. Love it.
Coleridge's Rime of the ancient mariner is a powerful piece of art with an also powerful message of redemption. When I listened it through Iron Maiden, after having studied it at school, it was a second chance to get in love with this piece of art.
When I listen to Iron Maiden, so do my neighbours.
lol mine to.
My entire street does😁
Hopefully in Leotards and Sports Socks too!!! 😂😅🤣
as they should~ up the irons \m/
My new neighbours listen to Drill with no regard for anyone who know's what a good set of phones does. So now they listen to Drill drowned out by Dickinson, Osbourne, Rose, Johnson, Draiman, Hetfield, Tankian et al. Yeah, never underestimate an old guy in a Maiden T-shirt, we have more money AND bigger speakers.
professional guitar solo analysis: it fuckin' rips
Golden
Here here!
When I was a teenager back in the 80s, I turned to heavy metal as an expression of my teenage rebellion, and Maiden was my single favorite band. The fact that many of their songs were based on works of literature got me interested in literature and scholarship in general. Now, that I'm over 50, I am no longer all that rebellious and I have expanded my musical interests well beyond just the stuff I grew up with, and basically, I went from a high school dropout to someone who gets respect for those with masters degree and Ph. D., and I think Iron Maiden and similar bands has a lot to do with that.
You sound a lot like me--and probably millions of others of us. But the fact that Maiden's lyrics revolved so much around literature and history was always one of the things I loved about them.
At 50, my musical tastes have also expanded way beyond metal--but when I'm rolling down the road with my windows down on a sunny day, I still love to crank up "The Trooper," "Run to the Hills," or "Aces High," and remember what it was like to be 17. \m/
I can't agree more, Iron Maiden had given a lot of literature and history lessons through their songs! without them, I would never know (the rhyme of the ancient mariner)
Ditto. Same generation, but I've never given up being a metalhead nor being a rebel. Guess it explains a lot about me, really :(
I was also drawn more to bands like Alice Cooper and Iron Maiden because their songs were so much more than just sex, drugs and rock&roll :)
That's one of the beauties of rock and roll and all its sub genres. It's a timeless style capable of flourish unimaginable things on their fans. I got into guns n roses and iron maiden when I was about 9 years old. I learned english with their songs and now I'm an English teacher.
In a “behind the scenes” doc, Bruce shows his backstage routines and says he hydrates with 2L of warmed water because “cold water is the enemy of all things singing.” The man is a seriously hard-working performer!
Interesting can you remember anything else he does?❤
@@johnman559 He changes costumes a dozen times, straps a flamethrower on and off, alter hairstyles. Little stuff like that. lol It’s like he’s the lead in a Broadway show! The video is on YT.
@@Dobie_ByTor Not just that! he is also like some actors, working on hes voice, goes in " that mood " and channeling hes inner voice so he can do what he does more, love the " behind the scenes" / " interview " with this man :P he is a legend and a well performing artist/singer/actor when on stage
And athlete. And commercial pilot.
@@johnman559 Pretty skilled fencer, you know, just to throw that out there.
"They had more energy in 2008 than in this 1985 performance...". Yeah, they probably did: the World Slavery Tour (the Powerslave album tour this footage is from) nearly finished them...literally. It was long, brutal, and relentless. From that tour they learnt to pace themselves - generally, they now have at least one day off between performances, and take better care of themselves.
They basically played every day from 1980 to 1985 or something, even whilst sacking singers and drummers. Incredible hard work
If I remember right, it was a 1.5 year long tour, during the mid 80's full debauchery era (even if Maiden were known as crazy partiers like Crue/Poison etc.
So true Steve...I remember Bruce saying that toward the end of that brutal tour, that he felt like “A lighting rig”...I’m sure it would’ve been the end for mere mortals, but for The Irons? Good on ya!!!
By the sounds of Powerslave, they should’ve spent more time writing songs and less time grinding on the road…
I second everyone asking for DIO. I would suggest "Don't Talk To Strangers", my personal favorite of RJD. May he rest in peace.
Live in Amsterdam 1983!!
This song is what got me into metal.
YES RONNIE JAMES DIO!! DONT TALK IS AWESOME !!
Yes that one ore Shame On The Night would be awesome
Fantastic suggestion, shows his falsetto and range so well.
You mention the Egyptian qualities of the final part... I'd say it's a transitional element into the next song, which is Powerslave, where they hit Phrygian territory.
Indeed. Powerslave followed Rime on the Live After Death album and what is perceived as Bruce's last notes of Rime are actually the first ones of Powerslave and I was pleasantly, amazingly impressed she picked up on the style of such a short, seemingly unrelated little tidbit almost immediately.
I was going to say the same. No rest. Goes right into Powerslave.
Powerslave also has almost the same main riff as Ancient Mariner.
Yeah, Powerslave. All killer, no filler. My favourite Iron Maiden album ever, possibly my favourite album ever. Would like to see a three hour reaction to the full version, though 😁
@@MrVeps1 yeah its the best, it rly is.
It's notable you noted a sense of Egypt at the end of the song, since it transitioned into Powerslave, a song with clear Egyptian themes.
With that being said, the album Live After Death is one of the greatest live albums of all time, and it is what got me into Iron Maiden as a teenager. This song was certainly one of the reasons why, and I wish I could have seen them do this song live.
Got Live after Death on my birthday when it came out. Wore that tape out!
I was there at this show at the Long Beach Arena when this was recorded!
I was blessed to see Maiden perform this masterpiece twice, once at Radio City Music Hall in NYC, the second time when I was serving in the Army in San Jose Ca
Powerslave Nashville. I was there.
Bruce's voice( a master storyteller/ orator ) combined with the ultimate singing and showmanship= "THE BEST" !!!!
16:00 "I promise to pause less, I know it's a very long song"
Narrator: She did not, in fact, pause less.
And that is a good thing, we're here for your insights as well as your reactions
I read that narrator line in Morgan freemans voice.
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I read it in Charles Gray’s voice. He played the narrator in “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and even though he’s got a great voice it surprised me when I ‘heard’ his voice in my head instead of Morgans.
I heard Dudley Moore.
Ron Howard for me as from Arrested Development.
She cut out part of the song that says gods creatures. I think she is very anti god. Don’t know why.
your facial expressions and passion for whatever music you're hearing cracks me up but it is also amazing. keep it up, I love these.
Absolutely love her analysis of one of Maidens best songs!
I was there! Long Beach Arena! Saw Maiden twice on the World Slavery Tour.. 🤘. Still one of the greatest concerts I have ever been to!
UP THE IRONS!
Well It's not one of Maiden best songs, It's one of the best if not the best classic Heavy Metal Songs of all time! If someone would ask me what is Heavy Metal I would tell him hear Rime of The Ancient Mariner from Iron Maiden and you will know.
I was there too brother. Packed Long Beach Arena with 100,000 people 2 nights in a row. Epic. Best band ever.
Me too. I saw them there 3 out of the 4 nights!
So lucky!
Saw them on the World Slavery tour, too. One of my fondest memories. Planning on seeing them with my son this coming October. Hope he will love it too.
Welcome to the "Human Air Raid Siren" show!!!! This concert launched Iron Maiden to the top of the personal list of many rockers around the world, and was the same year of the first Rock'n Rio (1985)
Greeting and Blessings from Venezuela!!!!
I wanna see Bruce’s reaction to her reaction of his singing.
I wanna see her reaction to Bruce’s reaction of her reaction
@@tonydardi332 DUDE SAME!!
@@tonydardi332 same thoughts
My thoughts as well!! That would be awesome!
Somebody email this to Bruce. He's got time on his hands.
28:55 rain here is actually the good thing, after a long time at the sea, with no water to drink, then the curse is broken and rain starts to fall. Mariner can finally drink the (rain) water, as the curse is lifted after he realized beauty of the world around him.
It's also symbolically baptismal. Washing the mariner & the ship. An act of providence / mercy / grace (Divinely so, to Coleridge at least).
Bruce theatrical singing always fascinated me, and this song always has a special place in my heart ... absolute genius composition
My mother and more specifically my grandmother taught piano and grandma managed a music shop. I remember her reaction when hearing "The Trooper" as my guitar teacher tried to show me how to play that track, she just walked by and nonchalantly said "professionally trained vocalist" and kept walking. Then we worked on "Queen of the Reich" and Geoff Tate. That time she actually stopped and said "now THAT guy has been practicing for a while"
This review was great, and it's wonderful to see music that I grew up with get such praise, but honestly, THE BEST PART of this review are you facial expressions. Very, very expressive!
Hearing someone put into words how "shakespearean" Bruce's singing can be is one of the most fitting things I've ever heard
Seventh son of a seventh son by Iron Maiden. Absolutely fantastic song with killer vocals.
I agree whole heartedly with this comment as well Number Of The Beast would make for an awesome reaction.
The Maiden England 88" version!
dean cooper imagine her reaction to that scream
It truly was a joy and a pleasure watching you discover a song that quickly became my favorite all those years ago. You pointed out issues like the way Bruce stands and the fact that he raises his arm all the time, and now I know why he always did that. I doubt you ever have to worry about pausing the video to speak, I'm pretty sure here in your analysis is the reason people keep requesting that you analyze our favorite songs. Thank you, you're awesomemost and a pleasure to watch.
Bruce was in a norwegian talk show where they asked how he could keep his voice all these years. He said the singing wasn't the thing destroying the voice, but all the talking in clubs after the gig, where you had to shout over the music to be heard. So he tried to avoid that.
She's absolutely infatuated with his singing ability. I love it.
I think we're all infatuated with her eargasms when listening to him!
There is no doubt, she is taken by Bruce’s ability and masculinity.
Her expression is priceless, just gorgeous all the way
i think she's more infatuated with his "magnificent stance" ;-)
@@glenbeestone4820 the #horsestance
Surgeon generals warning: metal music is known to be addictive
I have been listening to heavy metal since I was 9 years old (I'm 47 now) and you are making me appreciate this music in a way I have never realized before. Your knowledge is impressive and your enthusiasm is infectious. Thank you for doing these videos!
So what Ive learned from this and the Hallowed Be Thy Name review is that the power stance and power fist not only look cool, they actually serve a purpose for vocals.
"crowd is trained", you should see Fear of the Dark
That is the fucking truth!!!
Omg yes!! The power they give us during that song. On every gig my skin crawls while singing that song.
Running Free, from this concert is a great example of crowd participation. XD
How does one not do Fear of the Dark?
Crowd participation is what takes Fear of the Dark from good song on the album to a great song live.
I hope everyone appreciates the musical knowledge that you are giving us. I get so much more from this song, knowing about the signatures and so forth as they relate to the “waves”. I feel like I’m in a music appreciation class!!
I'm SO pleased you chose an original 80s version of this - this shows what Bruce was truly like. It's no wonder he was named on the album sleeves as Bruce "Air Raid Siren" Dickinson!
Yes!
They absolutely had more energy in 2008. A thing to understand is how hard they worked through the 80s in particular the World Slavery tour in which this video was shot. The performed 189 shows from August 1984 to July 1985. They toured, wrote and recorded endlessly and achieved massive success with virtually no radio play.
Man, Donnnington '88 was their finest hour.
And I'm thinking that this tour was what gave Adiran Smith the idea for leaving the band to spend more time with his family. I believe he wrote Wasted Years on this tour which was his ode to his family while he was touring.
Adrian smith played with Iron Maiden for four years after this tour. He left after Seventh Son of the Seventh Son in 1988
@@abbynormabrain6664 , yes he did play with them for 4 more years. I'm saying that this tour was what initiated his thoughts about leaving the band. Wasted Years is such a great song about how you can miss your family do much when on a grueling your such as they were on. Their 86 and 88 tours were not quite as extensive as their 84/85 tour. He had to have thought about his decision for years and years before finally coming to the final decision as they were at the top of their game and from all I have read getting along well with each other that it was not an easy decision to make.
oh so that's why his voice is pretty average here. xD version from Flight666 is the best live recorded from them.
Strongly recommend you, to know "Seventh Son of a Seventh Son..."
Yeah, an odd one in that it’s not the strongest lyrically, but Bruce elevates it, plus the musical composition of the piece keeps you coming back for more!
Dance of Death is a good one too
Seventh son of a seventh son from Seventh son of a seventh son 😅 Yeah it's a great one.
Probably my favorite album of theirs. Along with Piece of Mind.
love the vocal line "ooooohhh-ooo-ooh-oo-oh-oh-oh ohohoh"
@@PATRIOTxx3 that line is basically "write something for crowd participation here"
Dio - The Last in Line [Live at The Spectrum 1984]
100% second this!!
YES!
It’s so cool to see you loving this masterpiece ole bean.
A quality dissection of a Maiden classic, without doubt you know your stuff, always good to hear a professional opinion of a band that I’ve followed since I was a kid 👍🏻
So, the slowed down augmented segment represents the "doldrums" from the original work. Steve Harris is a student of literature and history. He is the primary writer in the band and this adaptation is his work.
Bruce is also a historian but his cup of tea is military history
Yeah, I absolutely love that about Iron Maiden. They never get enough credit for these intellectual influences.
Absolutely lovely seeing you taking in his voice for the first time. I have listened to it for 30 years.
35 years here since high school, first I heard was " Killers" then Dickenson came along in 'Piece of Mind"...been listening ever since
The ethnic sound at the end of this masterpiece of metal led straight into possibly Maidens finest offering, Powerslave. I'm actually going to go as far as begging you to comment on this track from the Powerslave 84/85 tour, to me this is everything a metal song should be, awesome storytelling, amazing musicians and full on power vocal.
Arguably one of the best metal albums ever made, absolute fantastic , cant think of a bad song on it
The look on peoples faces when they realize that Bruce Dickinson is the man is priceless. Hard to find a better live performer. He kills it
Bruce looks like he has so much fun doing live shows, love that kind of energy, up the irons
If you wanna hear the best voice ever - listen to Ronnie James Dio. I recommend a performance from the 70's or 80's when he is young and sounds amazing. He is in Rainbow in the 70's and in Black Sabbath and DIO in the 80's
Yes! The "Catch the Rainbow" live in Munich!
@@matpollo97 Yes that one or "mistreated"
Stargazer
Yes! Anything Dio please. But particularly Stargazer.
I think Elizabeth would really like a good Dio performance.
YES!!! One of my favorite songs, and I requested you to do this song! Thank you soooo Much, and I Love you analysis!! :)
I just love watching your brain process information since your facial expressions are totally meant for video. Beautiful inside and out. Love your insight
"He's got such great bowel movement" is what I heard, and I'm sticking with it.
HAHAHA
I thought that's what was said too. Also wondered how that would help.
@@ericacord5965 Hey, it couldn't hurt!
was my first thought until she started to talk about enunciation....
That's exactly what I heard I had to do a double take and then another lol :)
Love the Iron Maiden content they are one of my favorite bands and Dickinson is one of my favorite vocalists
They are amazing to see live even to this day, from the vocals to the stories on the stage!
They have some of the best live shows and even though they use the same stage set up... they still are brilliant in the performances!
Seeing them four times in a row as of late at the front of the barrier has been some of the best experiences ever.
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner was published in 1798. Absolutely love your show!
he breaks durring solo.... to hydrate! and come back out strong! the whole band really are exceptional to watch!!!!!
"The crowd is trained"
Yes, we are
9:13 "The three horses between his legs" stance comes most likely from his long time training as a competitive fencer. If I remember correctly, in his early twenties, Bruce was in the top 10 among his peers in England.
The Olympic team tried to poach him for it, but he turned them down to up the Irons.
You wouldn't want to dual to the death with him, Up the Irons indeed
@@CromTuise He coached the UK Olympic team in later years.
My cousin was a decent fencer back in the day, county level I think, and he had the high honour of fencing Bruce, who is about ten years older than he, in a competition. Bruce is a left handed fencer which is apparently awkward for right handed fencers not used to it. My cousin is also left handed so that nullified Bruce's usual advantage somewhat... but still lost. 😆
Honestly, the best part of your content is the freshness with which I hear through your ears. I have listened to this song for decades, never once thought about the horse stance-arm up connections or any of the vocal connections that you mentioned. Your analysis are astounding and eye opening. Thank you for this. Keep on rocking!
I love your first impression of this classic Lament, it is good to see the uninitiated hold fast to such a monumental piece, Bruce is a true entertainer although he is held to task by an amazing band also. Steve Harris and Mr. McBrain drive the Rythm like a fireman and engineer feeds a steamtrain, Mr.Smith and Mr.Murry entice the melody with vigour. They are a team and you touched on that comradery for a moment. I love your face when you realise this is not just any old song, when you are in awe as I am every time I see and hear one the greatest bands of all time. Much love and respect from Australia.
For the full Iron Maiden experience, watch the entire Live After Death concert video. Not only are they great musicians, but they put on the absolute best stage show you've ever seen. You won't be disappointed.
For sure listen to Black Sabbath “heaven and hell” sang by Ronnie James Dio
Ronnie James Dio singing anything... too bad he has passed but Paul Rodgers is still around :) but what to choose his work in Free ? Bad Company ? QUeen ? Nope gotta go with The Firm all the way!
"Children of the Sea" as well
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I was just about to request The Last In Line, Dio fans assemble!
The Last in Line, a real classic, also a very good example to appreciate Ronnie 's powerful voice at its height
1:55 I thought she said "got such great bowel movements" and I was watching this while taking a dump lol
"I wonder what it would've been like to be his mom" - that made me laugh so hard, and also acknowledge that "yup, that's a fair reflection". Fantastic take on this epic song!
I JUST discovered you! I already adore and appreciate what you do. Your humility, energy, and appreciation of music and vocals is captivating. Thank you for being so open to hard rock/heavy metal music and for adding your musical and vocal expertise and analysis. I have instantly fell in love with you.
I'm 54, Maiden and others take me back to my youth. Good times!
"Water, Water everywhere but not a drop to drink." The ship is at a stand still because of the albatros, they have no ability to get water and the salty ocean is everywhere but as thirsty as they are, they can't drink a drop. So the anger is more of a desperation and anger.
This is one of my very favorite songs of all time. Awesome reaction and breakdown!
This channel is amazing. I love watching you experience these songs and break them down. Keep up the excellent work!
I've been a Maiden fan since I first heard them in the 80's. They are a fantastic band to see live. "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" is a musical masterpiece. I've seen them live eight times and they've only performed this song once in that time. It was the thrill of a lifetime for me!
Ive seen them only once, in Landover Md on this same very tour. Exactly how it was performed here. Best concert ever! Twisted Sister was the opener.
Wow 8 times Lucky! And I guess I was pretty Lucky too only seen them once. Seventh son of a seventh son tour. I got to hear this live! Greatest show ever!
I was there... watched this live and in person. Something you can never forget!
In 1985 I was 21, Elizabeth "that was a little bit before I was born", thanks for making me feel old lol. I think his voice has changed a bit over the years, but Bruce is still one of the best metal singers around.
I was born in 1989 and am so thankful that I was raised with Iron Maiden and other classic rock/metal bands on CD and the radio. Iron Maiden is as much a part of my life as if I was among your group of original fans. =D
I was 16, and I feel ya
Tell me about it, I was in college when they toured here. Interestly I had to miss Cleveland since they played the day before school started in Toledo but they didn't hit Toledo until the next leg of the tour and played on the day of my last final.
I was just 15. I remember my grandfather picking me up from school the day “Live after Death “ video was released and driving me around town until I found a copy 👍
Damn I was 21 too.... Saw them on Number of the Beast tour, still love them!!