The Iron Maiden Thread v. The Merge of Souls

[ozzy554]

Have always been in the minority but loved and still love X Factor, it speaks to me \m/

And while dig all his solo output if push came to shove I'd take Silicon Messiah over any other followed closely by Tenth Dimension and his most recent War Within Me which was a cracker.  The both Promise and Terror and The Man Who Would Not Die excellent excellent stuff...

The world needs hear more Blaze 

Get well soon mate!

X Factor will always be the most underrated Iron Maiden album in my eyes. The darker direction of the music fit Blaze's voice perfectly and I really wish they continued in that direction. Virtual XI sounded like they tried to do a more typical Maiden album and it didn't work as well though I do love some songs from it.

[jammindude]

Have always been in the minority but loved and still love X Factor, it speaks to me \m/

And while dig all his solo output if push came to shove I'd take Silicon Messiah over any other followed closely by Tenth Dimension and his most recent War Within Me which was a cracker.  The both Promise and Terror and The Man Who Would Not Die excellent excellent stuff...

The world needs hear more Blaze 

Get well soon mate!

X Factor will always be the most underrated Iron Maiden album in my eyes. The darker direction of the music fit Blaze's voice perfectly and I really wish they continued in that direction. Virtual XI sounded like they tried to do a more typical Maiden album and it didn't work as well though I do love some songs from it.

+1,000,000

[wolfking]

Most know my opinions on TXF.

[cramx3]

https://blabbermouth.net/news/metallica-iron-maiden-and-ozzy-osbourne-are-rumored-headliners-of-this-years-power-trip-festival

Apparently that festival is in CA in October... maybe a Maiden fall US tour???

[TAC]

https://blabbermouth.net/news/metallica-iron-maiden-and-ozzy-osbourne-are-rumored-headliners-of-this-years-power-trip-festival

Apparently that festival is in CA in October... maybe a Maiden fall US tour???

Apparently. I can't see Ozzy playing though, honestly. No way he'll make that.

[cramx3]

https://blabbermouth.net/news/metallica-iron-maiden-and-ozzy-osbourne-are-rumored-headliners-of-this-years-power-trip-festival

Apparently that festival is in CA in October... maybe a Maiden fall US tour???

Apparently. I can't see Ozzy playing though, honestly. No way he'll make that.

I heard he already wants to take back his retirement  I think he moved back to England, but since he was just living in LA, maybe that's not much of a stretch?  I can see it. Apparently all their socials hinted of it, which is why I shared it since there's some smoke here.

[TAC]

https://blabbermouth.net/news/metallica-iron-maiden-and-ozzy-osbourne-are-rumored-headliners-of-this-years-power-trip-festival

Apparently that festival is in CA in October... maybe a Maiden fall US tour???

Apparently. I can't see Ozzy playing though, honestly. No way he'll make that.

I heard he already wants to take back his retirement  I think he moved back to England, but since he was just living in LA, maybe that's not much of a stretch?  I can see it. Apparently all their socials hinted of it, which is why I shared it since there's some smoke here.

Yeah, I just accessed the FB announcement from their site. Must be happening. Still, I'd be amazed if Ozzy actually plays.

[ozzy554]

I mean a one off show is far more feasible than doing a full tour in his condition so it's possible......But I'll be surprised if he doesn't cancel.

[TAC]

I mean a one off show is far more feasible than doing a full tour in his condition so it's possible......But I'll be surprised if he doesn't cancel.

I agree. But how much are they paying him? Metallica and Iron Maiden cannot be cheap for the promoter.

[Glasser]

I mean a one off show is far more feasible than doing a full tour in his condition so it's possible......But I'll be surprised if he doesn't cancel.

I agree. But how much are they paying him? Metallica and Iron Maiden cannot be cheap for the promoter.

$55.99 per song.

[TAC]

I mean a one off show is far more feasible than doing a full tour in his condition so it's possible......But I'll be surprised if he doesn't cancel.

I agree. But how much are they paying him? Metallica and Iron Maiden cannot be cheap for the promoter.

$55.99 per song.

Must have a Groupon.

[Stadler]

I mean a one off show is far more feasible than doing a full tour in his condition so it's possible......But I'll be surprised if he doesn't cancel.

I can see him doing one-offs.  Most touring musicians will tell you, they're not getting paid for the two hours on stage, they're getting paid for the 22 hours OFF stage.  If that's not a problem, I can see him doing an festival set (say, 75 minutes). 

[cramx3]

I mean a one off show is far more feasible than doing a full tour in his condition so it's possible......But I'll be surprised if he doesn't cancel.

I agree. But how much are they paying him? Metallica and Iron Maiden cannot be cheap for the promoter.

That article mentioned previous bands, who are all very big bands.  So I guess they have the money to pay for it all.  I mean, those tickets will sell for those three headliners.

[TAC]

I mean a one off show is far more feasible than doing a full tour in his condition so it's possible......But I'll be surprised if he doesn't cancel.

I agree. But how much are they paying him? Metallica and Iron Maiden cannot be cheap for the promoter.

That article mentioned previous bands, who are all very big bands.  So I guess they have the money to pay for it all.  I mean, those tickets will sell for those three headliners.

https://bravewords.com/news/ac-dc-tool-guns-n-roses-rumoured-for-2023-power-trip-festival

[pg1067]

A guy here at work (who is a few years younger than I am) is talking about wanting to go to this Power Trip thing.  I said it sounds like about the worst thing ever:  being outside, all day, in fucking Indio.  He accused me of being old and not liking fun.   

[Stadler]

A guy here at work (who is a few years younger than I am) is talking about wanting to go to this Power Trip thing.  I said it sounds like about the worst thing ever:  being outside, all day, in fucking Indio.  He accused me of being old and not liking fun.   

My step son wanted to see Ozzy in the UK on his final tour.  That got cancelled (so far, anyway).  We're kicking this around.

[Stadler]

Watching En Vivo! the video again, and man is that so friggin' good.    Talk about a band firing on all cylinders; Bruce on "The Talisman" is a master class.   

And I forgot how much Dave played the Les Paul that show!!!  When he and Adrian traded solos on "Coming Home" it was almost religious for me.  You can still tell it's Dave, for sure, but I love that slightly thicker, warmer tone he got through the 'Paul.  I almost wonder if he had gear trouble with his main guitar, since he was clearly not 100% comfortable with the heavier guitar (he also kept looking down at the fretboard more than I remember being usual) and he used it for some of the older songs as well.

[KevShmev]

Was shuffling through some songs with them cranked on the big stereo last night, and Strange World was one of them.  The guitar work in that song is just gorgeous.

[TAC]

Watching En Vivo! the video again, and man is that so friggin' good.    Talk about a band firing on all cylinders; Bruce on "The Talisman" is a master class.   

And I forgot how much Dave played the Les Paul that show!!!  When he and Adrian traded solos on "Coming Home" it was almost religious for me.  You can still tell it's Dave, for sure, but I love that slightly thicker, warmer tone he got through the 'Paul.  I almost wonder if he had gear trouble with his main guitar, since he was clearly not 100% comfortable with the heavier guitar (he also kept looking down at the fretboard more than I remember being usual) and he used it for some of the older songs as well.

The Talisman is my favorite Reunion Era track, and Coming Home ain't far behind it.

[goo-goo]

A guy here at work (who is a few years younger than I am) is talking about wanting to go to this Power Trip thing.  I said it sounds like about the worst thing ever:  being outside, all day, in fucking Indio.  He accused me of being old and not liking fun.   

My step son wanted to see Ozzy in the UK on his final tour.  That got cancelled (so far, anyway).  We're kicking this around.

Wouldn't mind going on Friday and Sunday. Those would be a blast to see. I'm also thinking about going.

[ProfessorPeart]

Blaze is having at least a triple bypass, possibly a quad.

https://bravewords.com/news/blaze-bayley-health-update-former-iron-maiden-frontman-remains-in-good-form-as-he-awaits-heart-surgery

Blaze : heaIth update

We’ve been keeping in regular contact with Blaze & he remains in good form, still awaiting specific news of a date for his heart surgery. He’s still in hospital & is incredibly grateful for all your messages & comments.

Blaze is also so grateful for the support you have given by way of buying merch from our webshop which remains open for business as usual at blazebayleyshop.com

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Thank you everyone. More news coming as & when.

Mark Appleton & Christopher Appleton (management / bookings)

[bosk1]

A guy here at work (who is a few years younger than I am) is talking about wanting to go to this Power Trip thing.  I said it sounds like about the worst thing ever:  being outside, all day, in fucking Indio.  He accused me of being old and not liking fun.   

Has he ever been to Indio in the summer?

[faizoff]

Man quadruple bypass is rough. Hope he's able to make a full recovery.

[wolfking]

Jeez, that's indeed going to be a big procedure.  Fingers crossed for him.

[Glasser]

Prayers and love to Blaze and his loved ones. ❤

[nobloodyname]

Blaze is out of surgery having had a quadruple heart bypass.

[WardySI]

Thanks for the update

[wolfking]

Recover well Blaze!

[cramx3]

This song came on the other day while driving home from work and of course reminded me of Blaze's current condition.  Hopefully the surgery went well and he's now on the road to recovery

[pg1067]

A guy here at work (who is a few years younger than I am) is talking about wanting to go to this Power Trip thing.  I said it sounds like about the worst thing ever:  being outside, all day, in fucking Indio.  He accused me of being old and not liking fun.   

Has he ever been to Indio in the summer?

Yes.  He's one of those maniacs who likes going to Palm Springs...in the summer...and being outside.

[Glasser]

Blaze is in my thoughts! Heal well brother (like he's reading this  ).

 

[wolfking]

This song came on the other day while driving home from work and of course reminded me of Blaze's current condition.  Hopefully the surgery went well and he's now on the road to recovery

   Such a good song and album!

[MirrorMask]

"In this arena
I, who will not die, won't salute you"

 

Get well soon Blaze!!!

[cramx3]

Well, they just announced Canada dates before the CA festival... hoping for a full US tour...

[El Barto]

Well, they just announced Canada dates before the CA festival... hoping for a full US tour...

A limited US tour wouldn't surprise me, but I'm definitely interested in one of the Canadaland dates. I dig the hell out of driving around scenic areas when the leaves are changing, and the timing is pretty good for one of those dates. I was already knocking around a PNW trip in the Fall, so here we are.