TVD Live Shots:
Iron Maiden at
Xfinity Center, 8/1

MANSFIELD, MA | Grammy award winning heavy metal legends Iron Maiden thunderously rocked a sold out Xfinity Center this past Thursday evening as part of the North American leg of their “Legacy of The Beast Tour.” Each fan favorite classic from four decades of music was backed by a unique set of props and stage designs, immersing their fanbase in a thematic rock opera. A deafening roar from the crowd met frontman Bruce Dickinson’s enthusiastic calls of “scream for me, Boston!” throughout the night. Wholehearted smiles shared between bandmates were also met and shared amongst diehard fans who felt the magic of a show which appears to be a giant “thank you” for decades of devotion and success.

Beginning in Europe in 2018, Iron Maiden’s tour received remarkable acclaim from the 750,000+ fans who attended. The “Legacy of The Beast Tour” continues to roll through 33 US and Canadian cities eventually landing in Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and Chile.

Iron Maiden made a jaw dropping entrance when they opened their set with, “Aces High” in a military style bunker as a huge World War II-era replica Spitfire plane rose and flew overhead. During the song, “Revelations” fans were transported to other worlds as the stage transformed into a cathedral with chandeliers and stained glass windows portraying images from their albums. A dense fog loomed throughout a haunting graveyard during one of the band’s greatest hits, “Fear of the Dark.” Fans were also treated to a sword fight between Bruce Dickinson and a ten foot tall version of the band’s mascot Eddie who was dressed as a British soldier during the track, “The Trooper.”

Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson commented, “We’ve got all kinds of crazy things going on… tons of pyro, a giant Icarus, muskets, claymores and some truly marvelous flame-throwers which I have a hell of a lot of fun with, as you will see! … I’ve had the time of my life playing with all these magnificent props on stage, it’s been fantastic, we can’t wait to bring this show to you!”

Founder of Iron Maiden Steve Harris explained, “the whole band is really enjoying this tour and we are really looking forward to seeing everybody again!” The band’s bassist and songwriter was fully participating in the changing themes throughout the show as he pretended to use his bass as a machine gun during, “Aces High.” Guitarist Janick Gers kept the energy consistently high with leg kicks, windmill guitar strums, and by swinging his guitar overhead. Dave Murray’s infectious smile was on full display as he engaged the crowd with heartfelt solos. Adrian Smith joined the fun while shredding a custom Jackson guitar alongside his bandmates. Drummer Nicko McBrain’s presence was felt deep in the chest as his booming set of drums rolled along.

The most awe-inspiring moments may not have occurred on stage this night. Instead they came as a result of Iron Maiden’s world class performance seen in the reactions of their fans. As children sat on their father’s shoulders, families shared beaming smiles and memorable moments of amazement, excitement, and fun. Iron Maiden’s successful career is attributed in part to their ability to bond a crowd of thousands together. The carefully thought out set list and thematic stage presence of their latest “Legacy of The Beast Tour” accomplishes this again by delivering this experience to a new generation of fans.

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