I just stumbled upon this video. Being 55 and a fan of Iron Maiden since about 13 ears old. I found this video fantastic. Nicko is such a nice respectful guy and a fantastic drummer. Thanks for posting this!
This is partly what endeared Nicko to Iron’s fans right from the start - as well as completing the set for the single most ugly band in metal history at the time. They matured well though, some would say - makes no difference, his workshops and passion for his craft coupled with the discipline in recreating Clive’s drum parts with little or no improvisation showed fans that he respected Clive’s work and tried his best to faithfully stick to the patterns that Clive had obviously immortalised in 99% of his drumming - aside from Hallowed, which did evolve and for the better, he clearly had no desire to be pretentious about the role and is why he’s an absolute legend with a 40 year solid contribution to Maiden as a whole - he’s a remarkably grounded man and I’ve rarely heard a bad word said against him. He’s an incredibly humble man who has been justly rewarded for his dedication by a lifelong cult-like following of the world over. They’re all passionate about what they do and still give the crowds a thoroughly energetic performance considering their ages - Nicko is an old man playing well into and beyond the average retirement age of most of us mere mortals mortals. At 54 there’s no bloody way I’m anywhere near as fit and I’m a veteran of the British Armed Forces - I feel like I’m 72 already, I’m falling to bloody pieces - my knees are shot to buggery, my right eye is constantly looking elsewhere of it’s own accord, or point-blank refusing to work in harmony with its counterpart on the left. I love them all and have done since first hearing them in 1987 when they were already dominating the genre. They’ve been accused of sounding repetitive but I fail to understand how that’s a legitimate criticism considering they’re still able to fill arenas and stadiums across the globe even now. Shit I rant on like a bloody war-time fishwife yapping away all day with the latest in gossip. Long live Nicko! Long live Maiden, and long live their fiercely loyal following - still bringing new young fans into the fold year after year! 😉👍🤘🏴
Nicko Mcbrain is without a doubt, the man. He is a phenomenally gifted artist, he stands alone as the world's greatest drummer, just stop and take a look at how many other great drummers try to emulate him
So refreshing to see a metal drummer playing single bass. So much more musical than 99.99% of the double bass drummers out there.
I just stumbled upon this video. Being 55 and a fan of Iron Maiden since about 13 ears old. I found this video fantastic. Nicko is such a nice respectful guy and a fantastic drummer. Thanks for posting this!
This is partly what endeared Nicko to Iron’s fans right from the start - as well as completing the set for the single most ugly band in metal history at the time. They matured well though, some would say - makes no difference, his workshops and passion for his craft coupled with the discipline in recreating Clive’s drum parts with little or no improvisation showed fans that he respected Clive’s work and tried his best to faithfully stick to the patterns that Clive had obviously immortalised in 99% of his drumming - aside from Hallowed, which did evolve and for the better, he clearly had no desire to be pretentious about the role and is why he’s an absolute legend with a 40 year solid contribution to Maiden as a whole - he’s a remarkably grounded man and I’ve rarely heard a bad word said against him. He’s an incredibly humble man who has been justly rewarded for his dedication by a lifelong cult-like following of the world over. They’re all passionate about what they do and still give the crowds a thoroughly energetic performance considering their ages - Nicko is an old man playing well into and beyond the average retirement age of most of us mere mortals mortals. At 54 there’s no bloody way I’m anywhere near as fit and I’m a veteran of the British Armed Forces - I feel like I’m 72 already, I’m falling to bloody pieces - my knees are shot to buggery, my right eye is constantly looking elsewhere of it’s own accord, or point-blank refusing to work in harmony with its counterpart on the left. I love them all and have done since first hearing them in 1987 when they were already dominating the genre. They’ve been accused of sounding repetitive but I fail to understand how that’s a legitimate criticism considering they’re still able to fill arenas and stadiums across the globe even now. Shit I rant on like a bloody war-time fishwife yapping away all day with the latest in gossip. Long live Nicko! Long live Maiden, and long live their fiercely loyal following - still bringing new young fans into the fold year after year! 😉👍🤘🏴
He is my inspiration for drumming. I'll never be as good as him, but I can learn!
Man hearing Nik and Dave playing with some horns and especially with a Hammond organ is such a treat!
Nicko is such a rare gem in Rock and music industry as a whole, an unrelenting spirit
Uncle Nicko is such a character, love his unique style and sound. There's a lot of swing to his playing. Tasty chops.
those toms!! wow
Proof that all that Iron Maiden have lacked over the years is a mighty brass and woodwind section!
One thing I learn from Nicko is the happiness of doing thing.
What famous drumming ✌️
You da man Nicko! That outro performance was awesome, it was like Deep Purple/Rainbow mix in to Maiden. Awesome.
I’m not a drummer, but I could listen to nicks all day long
Nicko is and will always be one of my favorite drummers
Nascemos no mesmo dia. Pena que não poderei tocar tão bem quanto ele, mas aprendo muito com ele. Principalmente ser feliz.
Very interesting drum solo. With only one drum bass he really kills!!! Love this man!!!
Nicko Mcbrain is without a doubt, the man. He is a phenomenally gifted artist, he stands alone as the world's greatest drummer, just stop and take a look at how many other great drummers try to emulate him
I didn't thought niko was such a good drummer.
Nicko is one of the greatest drummers of all time!
I could listen to Nicko narrate anything.