※ This English version was translated from the original Japanese article using DeepL.
Some expressions may sound a little unnatural, but I hope you enjoy my personal thoughts as a Japanese metal fan! ♪
I knew this day would come someday, but it still feels lonely when it actually happens😢
Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain has announced his retirement from touring after the December 7, 2024 show in São Paulo, Brazil. As a fan, it’s deeply moving news, considering the beats he’s pounded out over 42 years have etched themselves into heavy metal history.
This page has been separated from “Site Update December 2024”.
Nico’s Retirement Statement
This is an official statement detailing Nicko’s personal feelings (Iron Maiden’s X post).
An Announcement from Iron Maiden pic.twitter.com/MzFfb8DC4A
— Iron Maiden (@IronMaiden) December 7, 2024
Thank You Nicko
Adrian Smith – “There’s only one Nicko. Thank-You Brazil, Thank-You all”
Iron Maiden’s New Drummer: Simon Dawson
It has been announced that British Lion drummer Simon Dawson will join as the touring drummer. Given his long history of performing with Steve Harris, he should fit perfectly into the Iron Maiden sound.
An Announcement from Iron Maiden
— Iron Maiden (@IronMaiden) December 8, 2024
As The Future Past Tour concludes after 81 shows to over 1.4 million fans, from Ljubljana to the Coachella Valley and from Western Australia to Sao Paulo, Iron Maiden are delighted to announce that stepping in behind the kit for 2025 is a name… pic.twitter.com/p3R0YZNpNn
Thank You Nicko!
It’s still sad to see him retire, but I want to support Nicko’s health and his future life 😊
You’ve truly worked so hard!
Thank you for so many amazing live performances!
Nico McBrain’s Final Performance
Footage of Iron Maiden’s Nico McBrain leaving the stage after his final performance surfaces online; Bruce pays an emotional tribute to Nico during the show.
Japan Tour
