The Iron Maiden Thread v. The Merge of Souls

[Stadler]

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.

Are they playing all of Senjutsu?   

[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.

Are they playing all of Senjutsu?   

Don't even joke about that. 

[cramx3]

They already said this tour is a mix of Senjutsu and Somewhere in Time.

[Stadler]

They already said this tour is a mix of Senjutsu and Somewhere in Time.

I remember that announcement; this is that, then? I'm pretty psyched for that.

[cramx3]

They already said this tour is a mix of Senjutsu and Somewhere in Time.

I remember that announcement; this is that, then? I'm pretty psyched for that.

Yeah, it's marketed under the same tour of The Future Past

Also, the last Canada date is the 2nd and the CA date is the 6th, that leaves some time for them to hit up the west coast heading down to Indio.  I've got to image a US tour will be announced.  I really just hope Power Trip doesn't have some clause in it that it will be the only US show for IM in 2023 or something which festivals sometimes do. I dont want to miss this tour.

[El Barto]

They already said this tour is a mix of Senjutsu and Somewhere in Time.

I remember that announcement; this is that, then? I'm pretty psyched for that.

Yeah, it's marketed under the same tour of The Future Past

Also, the last Canada date is the 2nd and the CA date is the 6th, that leaves some time for them to hit up the west coast heading down to Indio.  I've got to image a US tour will be announced.  I really just hope Power Trip doesn't have some clause in it that it will be the only US show for IM in 2023 or something which festivals sometimes do. I dont want to miss this tour.

I actually looked into Power Trip. I have kin in the Desert Cities, so I'd have a great time out there. $600+TTL to stand at the very back of the grounds does not appeal to me. Beyond that it's looking a whole lot more like $1k to get in. Fuck a bunch of that. I'd much rather spend that money on the Canadia+PNW plan.

[cramx3]

They already said this tour is a mix of Senjutsu and Somewhere in Time.

I remember that announcement; this is that, then? I'm pretty psyched for that.

Yeah, it's marketed under the same tour of The Future Past

Also, the last Canada date is the 2nd and the CA date is the 6th, that leaves some time for them to hit up the west coast heading down to Indio.  I've got to image a US tour will be announced.  I really just hope Power Trip doesn't have some clause in it that it will be the only US show for IM in 2023 or something which festivals sometimes do. I dont want to miss this tour.

I actually looked into Power Trip. I have kin in the Desert Cities, so I'd have a great time out there. $600+TTL to stand at the very back of the grounds does not appeal to me. Beyond that it's looking a whole lot more like $1k to get in. Fuck a bunch of that. I'd much rather spend that money on the Canadia+PNW plan.

If it's 1k, then it comes down to about 1000/6 = 167 per band which isn't terrible for each of those bands.  I just see the coachella tiktoks from last weekend and it looks absolutely miserable (and the tiktoks themselves say it too).  It really comes to just getting around there and also the cost of food/drink is insane.  If you are camping, good luck showering.  I kind of understand the attraction for coachella for young people, but Power Trip is definitely musically geared towards older dudes.  Nothing about that would seem attractive besides the music IMO.  Having said that, I shouldn't be surprised that I see a billboard for Power Trip on my work commute in NJ outside NYC.  They probably aren't selling as they would expect and it makes sense to me.

[pg1067]

Iron Maiden Monopoly!

I may actually pull the trigger on this, although I doubt I'd ever play it.  It looks fucking cool!

https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/iron-maiden-monopoly/usmn144656

[nick_z]

Iron Maiden Monopoly!

I may actually pull the trigger on this, although I doubt I'd ever play it.  It looks fucking cool!

https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/iron-maiden-monopoly/usmn144656

Wow, it sure does!!

[TAC]

  I really just hope Power Trip doesn't have some clause in it that it will be the only US show for IM in 2023 or something which festivals sometimes do. I dont want to miss this tour.

I feel like that would've been part of the original billing, no?

[cramx3]

  I really just hope Power Trip doesn't have some clause in it that it will be the only US show for IM in 2023 or something which festivals sometimes do. I dont want to miss this tour.

I feel like that would've been part of the original billing, no?

Yeah maybe because you do usually see "exclusive US performance!" in such cases but I can't say for sure.

[Samsara]

Iron Maiden Monopoly!

I may actually pull the trigger on this, although I doubt I'd ever play it.  It looks fucking cool!

https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/iron-maiden-monopoly/usmn144656

I may need that too. lol.

As for the tour, I have to imagine we'll see some more dates, particularly on the West Coast U.S., now that the festival appearance is in the same timeframe as western Canada. Fingers crossed.

[Grappler]

Iron Maiden Monopoly!

I may actually pull the trigger on this, although I doubt I'd ever play it.  It looks fucking cool!

https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/iron-maiden-monopoly/usmn144656

Total failure for not having 22 Acacia Avenue as one of the squares to land on, and the squares just go through their discography in order, which is kind of boring.      

But the board looks cool at least!

[pg1067]

Iron Maiden Monopoly!

I may actually pull the trigger on this, although I doubt I'd ever play it.  It looks fucking cool!

https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/iron-maiden-monopoly/usmn144656

Total failure for not having 22 Acacia Avenue as one of the squares to land on, and the squares just go through their discography in order, which is kind of boring.      

But the board looks cool at least!

Someone on another forum noted that doing it other than in chron order would imply someone ranking the albums, which could open up a can of worms, so chron order probably is the best approach.  I just hope the "Get out of Jail Free" card quotes the chorus of The Prisoner.

[Grappler]

Iron Maiden Monopoly!

I may actually pull the trigger on this, although I doubt I'd ever play it.  It looks fucking cool!

https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/iron-maiden-monopoly/usmn144656

Total failure for not having 22 Acacia Avenue as one of the squares to land on, and the squares just go through their discography in order, which is kind of boring.      

But the board looks cool at least!

Someone on another forum noted that doing it other than in chron order would imply someone ranking the albums, which could open up a can of worms, so chron order probably is the best approach.  I just hope the "Get out of Jail Free" card quotes the chorus of The Prisoner.

I'd prefer some sort of ranking.  Boardwalk and Park Place are the most prestigious spots on a board, yet those two spaces here are....Senjutsu and Nights of the Dead?   I'd think you'd have Maiden's two biggest albums on those (and yes, I know that's subjective). 

[Anguyen92]

  I really just hope Power Trip doesn't have some clause in it that it will be the only US show for IM in 2023 or something which festivals sometimes do. I dont want to miss this tour.

I feel like that would've been part of the original billing, no?

Yeah maybe because you do usually see "exclusive US performance!" in such cases but I can't say for sure.

I think they may announce more shows in the US this year, but the Power Trip festival is definitely going to be a Southern California exclusive meaning no shows in LA, Anaheim, or San Bernardino around that time.  Oh well.  Hope for better next year if they are still willing.

[KevShmev]

I would think that on the monopoly board, being sent to jail means you are subjected to listening to the Blaze albums as extra punishment.

[pg1067]

Iron Maiden Monopoly!

I may actually pull the trigger on this, although I doubt I'd ever play it.  It looks fucking cool!

https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/iron-maiden-monopoly/usmn144656

Total failure for not having 22 Acacia Avenue as one of the squares to land on, and the squares just go through their discography in order, which is kind of boring.      

But the board looks cool at least!

Someone on another forum noted that doing it other than in chron order would imply someone ranking the albums, which could open up a can of worms, so chron order probably is the best approach.  I just hope the "Get out of Jail Free" card quotes the chorus of The Prisoner.

I'd prefer some sort of ranking.  Boardwalk and Park Place are the most prestigious spots on a board, yet those two spaces here are....Senjutsu and Nights of the Dead?   I'd think you'd have Maiden's two biggest albums on those (and yes, I know that's subjective).

All I know is that valuing TXF and VXI higher than Piece of Mind, Powerslave and Beast is just objectively wrong.

I would think that on the monopoly board, being sent to jail means you are subjected to listening to the Blaze albums as extra punishment.

 

[wolfking]

I would think that on the monopoly board, being sent to jail means you are subjected to listening to the Blaze albums as extra punishment.

[Mladen]

I would think that on the monopoly board, being sent to jail means you are subjected to listening to the Blaze albums as extra punishment.

I like those albums, but that was funny. 

[cramx3]

I would think that on the monopoly board, being sent to jail means you are subjected to listening to the Blaze albums as extra punishment.

 

[Lupton]

I would think that on the monopoly board, being sent to jail means you are subjected to listening to the Blaze albums as extra punishment.

"Do not pass go! Do not Look to the Eyes of a Stranger!"

[TAC]

I would think that on the monopoly board, being sent to jail means you are subjected to listening to the Blaze albums as extra punishment.

"Do not pass go! Do not Look to the Eyes of a Stranger!"

 

[Zydar]

Health update, Blaze has been discharged from the hospital now.

"As with our previous update, we are delighted to say that Blaze's surgery seems to have been a success & we're really happy to report that he is now released from hospital & is at home to continue his recovery. Your messages, cards, merch purchases & donations are appreciated more than you may ever realise. As & when Blaze gets stronger he will have further updates & messages for you."

[WardySI]

 

[Mladen]

This guy will be back on stage opening the show with The Man who would not die in no time. 

[wolfking]

Fuck yes!

[TAC]

Tommy Johansson's Friday song today..
Aces High
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatyaop0Sxo

[pg1067]

Tommy Johansson's Friday song today..
Aces High
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatyaop0Sxo

Speaking of unlistenable backing tracks....

[gazinwales]

Tommy Johansson's Friday song today..
Aces High
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatyaop0Sxo

I enjoyed this hyper speed version, though Tommy's vocals drown out the killer backing track.

[The Realm]

Tommy Johansson's Friday song today..
Aces High
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatyaop0Sxo

Speaking of unlistenable backing tracks....

To me the whole thing is horrendous and virtually unlistenable even the vocals.

[wolfking]

Tommy Johansson's Friday song today..
Aces High
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatyaop0Sxo

While this guy is super talented, this just shows what an incredible and unique voice Bruce has.

[TAC]

Tommy Johansson's Friday song today..
Aces High
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatyaop0Sxo

While this guy is super talented, this just shows what an incredible and unique voice Bruce has.

Yeah, I just threw it it there. It's really hard to hear the song any other way than the original.

[wolfking]

Tommy Johansson's Friday song today..
Aces High
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatyaop0Sxo

While this guy is super talented, this just shows what an incredible and unique voice Bruce has.

Yeah, I just threw it it there. It's really hard to hear the song any other way than the original.

Don't get me wrong, I've checked out loads from him and most are just amazing.  I guess Maiden are one of those iconic unique bands.

[ErHaO]

I think that cover is great to be honest, it works for me.