Opening for any band that’s been around for nearly 50 years isn’t easy, but it’s nearly a can’t win situation when you’re in front of a crowd of rabid Iron Maiden fans.
Whether it was a band that opened for Maiden in the 80s or even one that joined a recent tour in the 2000s, there’s a good chance the crowd hated them.
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From bloody faces to bottles of bodily fluids, here is what 12 different musicians say about their experience opening for Iron Maiden.
Eggs, Blood and Ed Force One: What Bands Say About Opening For Iron Maiden
From bloody faces to bottles of bodily fluids, here is what 12 different musicians say about their experience opening for Iron Maiden.
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Extremely Rare (and Expensive) Iron Maiden Memorabilia You Can Get On eBay
From stage-worn attire to signed soccer balls, eBay is full of unique Iron Maiden memorabilia. Here is a look at some of the most expensive items you can get on the site.
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