Iron Maiden’s New Drummer Reminds Bruce Dickinson of Clive BurrIron Maiden’s New Drummer Reminds Bruce Dickinson of Clive BurrSinger reveals Simon Dawson was tried out in case Nicko McBrain had to be replaced on his final tour.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
When Adrian Smith Knew ‘Run to the Hills’ Was ‘Something Special’When Adrian Smith Knew ‘Run to the Hills’ Was ‘Something Special’Iron Maiden guitarist also recalls "very very rough" early version of "The Number of the Beast." Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Bruce Dickinson: I’ll Quit Iron Maiden Before Using Backing TapesBruce Dickinson: I’ll Quit Iron Maiden Before Using Backing TapesSinger says his band needs to be completely real as 50th anniversary tour looms.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Imagine if Iron Maiden’s Adrian Smith Wasn’t a Guitar GodImagine if Iron Maiden’s Adrian Smith Wasn’t a Guitar GodThe guitarist also tells UCR about the latest Smith/Kotzen album.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
1980's Most Important Rock Tours1980's Most Important Rock ToursRock's biggest acts entered the new decade with new lineups, new sounds and new facial hair. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Adrian Smith Loses Home in FireAdrian Smith Loses Home in FireSmith joins producer Bob Clearmountain, Primus guitarist Larry "Ler" LaLonde and many other musicians who have lost their homes.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Watch Nicko McBrain Play His Last Iron Maiden ShowWatch Nicko McBrain Play His Last Iron Maiden ShowThe 45,000-strong crowd gave the tearful 42-year Iron Maiden veteran a standing ovation. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Iron Maiden Announces Nicko McBrain SuccessorIron Maiden Announces Nicko McBrain SuccessorIt's "a name familiar to many of our fans," the band said in a statement.Bryan RolliBryan RolliAllison RappAllison Rapp
Nicko McBrain Annouces End of Iron Maiden Touring CareerNicko McBrain Annouces End of Iron Maiden Touring CareerThe band's longtime drummer has been battling the effects of a stroke since 2023. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Iron Maiden’s Paul Di’Anno Is Laid to Rest in LondonIron Maiden’s Paul Di’Anno Is Laid to Rest in LondonFamily-approved image shows his cross-laden casket.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso