December 7th 2024.
In a surprising announcement, Nicko McBrain, the drummer for the legendary band Iron Maiden, revealed that he will be taking a break from touring. McBrain, who joined the band in 1982 and has been a crucial member ever since, has been an integral part of their success and has played on all of their albums since 1983's Piece of Mind.
Last year, McBrain suffered a stroke that left him partially paralyzed on his right side. Despite this setback, he continued to tour with the band until now. As their current world tour draws to a close, McBrain has confirmed that their show in Sao Paulo will be his last with the band. In a heartfelt message on social media, he expressed both sorrow and joy in his decision to step back from the demanding touring lifestyle and wished the band success in their future endeavors.
However, McBrain reassured fans that he will still be a part of the Iron Maiden family, working on various projects such as The British Drum Company, Nicko McBrain's Drum One, Titanium Tart, and Rock-N-Roll Ribs. He expressed his gratitude to his devoted fan base, his wife and family, his friends, and his bandmates for their love and support throughout his 42-year journey with Iron Maiden.
McBrain, also known as Michael Henry McBrain, revealed that he was initially worried his career would be over after his medical episode, known as a transient ischaemic attack. But after 10 weeks of intense therapy, he was able to recover to about 70% and is now preparing for Iron Maiden's upcoming tour in 2023.
In a statement posted before the tour last year, McBrain thanked everyone who helped him during his recovery and apologized for not sharing the news sooner. He also expressed his excitement for the tour and his determination to get back to 100% fitness.
Fans were devastated to hear about McBrain's decision to step back from touring, with many leaving heartfelt messages on social media. Some expressed disbelief, while others thanked him for changing their lives with his incredible drumming and personality. There is no doubt that McBrain's legacy will live on forever.
As for who will fill McBrain's shoes in Iron Maiden, it remains to be seen. But fans everywhere are anxiously waiting to see who will be chosen for such a daunting task. In the meantime, we wish Nicko McBrain all the best and thank him for his incredible contributions to the world of music.
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