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Iron Maiden Tease Epic World Tour, Promising Historic Setlist

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Iron Maiden, the legendary British heavy metal band, is set to embark on a monumental tour in 2025, known as the “Run For Your Lives” world tour. This tour promises to be a significant event, given that it marks the band's 50th anniversary. Iron Maiden's energetic frontman, Bruce Dickinson, has been actively involved in promoting the tour through various media channels, generating an unparalleled buzz among long-time fans and potentially new followers. The anticipation is further heightened by Dickinson’s assurance that the band is preparing “stuff we’ve never, ever done before” and will feature a “setlist for the ages.”

Bruce Dickinson’s enthusiastic video announcements underline the excitement surrounding this tour, as he emphasizes the uniqueness and novelty of the upcoming performances. “We are pushing the boat out with this tour,” Dickinson declared. This dedication to innovation signifies the band's commitment to not only play their classic hits from their first nine albums, spanning from the debut “Iron Maiden” to “Fear of the Dark,” but also to provide fans with unexpected elements and deeper cuts that haven't been performed live in years. The excitement is palpable, as the band is not just counting on their legacy, but is artistically pushing boundaries once more.

The “Run For Your Lives” tour is scheduled to begin in May 2025, launching in Budapest, Hungary, with the European leg culminating in Germany by July of the same year. The tour will then continue through 2026, stretching across continents—aiming to reach even more fans globally. Significant stops include the London Stadium, the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, and Malahide Castle in Dublin, promising attendees an experience to remember.

Notably, the upcoming tour will be the first without Nicko McBrain, Iron Maiden's long-time drummer, who retired from live performances in 2023 due to health reasons. His replacement, Simon Dawson, known from Steve Harris’s side project British Lion, will provide the drumming backbone for the band as they power through their classic repertoire. McBrain’s retirement marks a significant change in the band's dynamic. However, Dawson's presence promises to inject fresh energy into the group while maintaining the high performance standards Iron Maiden is famous for.

The massive draw for this tour is bolstered by Dickinson's personal commitment to interacting with fans far and wide. As emphasized by multiple sources, this isn't just a nostalgia trip for Iron Maiden; it's an ongoing celebration of music that spans generations. The production will be a grand spectacle, combining the power of their music with elaborate stage settings to transport audiences into the world of Iron Maiden's richly detailed storytelling and musical prowess.

In addition to all these exciting developments, Iron Maiden remains committed to welcoming fans from every age group to their shows. As reflected in recent interviews, the band is proud to attract young fans, keeping the spirit of heavy metal alive across generations. Steve Harris remarked on the rising number of young faces at Iron Maiden concerts, indicating the continual growth and evolution of their fan base. This kind of multigenerational appeal ensures that Iron Maiden will remain a beloved act and a pillar of heavy metal music worldwide.

 

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