@@LicksOfTheBeast both solos are truly epic and fit the song perfectly. They also display each guitarists style and complement each other. I have heard the song several hundreds of times but the solos still gives me goosebumps. One of the best dual guitar solos ever in any genre imo
@davidprag9692 жыл бұрын
I almost always prefer Adrians but in this one its Daves that is the best imo. Both awesome.
@rohantiwari78012 жыл бұрын
@@davidprag969 when Dave is in his zone. No guitar player can touch him.
@jamiealder-martin99942 жыл бұрын
Could you do a video about some of the tones they used for this album and seventh son
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
I just used my usual settings with a bit of chorus on this. I am not really sure about the intricacies and excat details of the SIT sound specifically but if I ever do a deep dive into that someday, a video will surely follow 😃
@checpneumo5261 Жыл бұрын
This song needs to be played on the new tour. Up the Irons!!!
@dressedindecay_ Жыл бұрын
Funny you should say that…
@RafaelSilvaMogi11 ай бұрын
The gods of metal blessed you guy
@morpheussmith43662 жыл бұрын
4:56 Always loved this solo. Especially when the harmony kicks in.
@lukeyol71932 жыл бұрын
I love having the solo on a loop while I'm working on things, its just a masterpiece. Your channel is awesome and please keep up the great work!
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much and yes definitely a whole lot more to come!!
@tallesmontenegro68132 жыл бұрын
To be honest, one of your best covers. Bright clean, precisely, even pitches etc. Brilliant man, congratulations!!! 🤘🏻
@renaugmil Жыл бұрын
Alexander would be proud
@Sebastian_Mroczek2 жыл бұрын
Each time I watch any of your videos I discover something new, little lick, or a riff, or part that I didn't hear existing in a song even if I heard it like a gazillion times before! Just shows how great their work is and yours of course!
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
That makes me VERY happy!! Thank you 😊
@fmoe872 жыл бұрын
Amazing job as always, such a shame this has never been played live, it would be incredible if they could put it in the setlist on their farewell tour at least, or before that
@nikeforo26122 жыл бұрын
It’s 5:45 am here....good way of starting a day 😀
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks man! I hope it was a good one 🤘
@nikeforo26122 жыл бұрын
@@LicksOfTheBeast sure it was. So perfectly played that at times one cannot tell which is which 🤟
@takacgameshd70032 жыл бұрын
This song is one of my favourite to play on a guitar, such a fun song to play
@mattmid7012 Жыл бұрын
I remember Iron Maiden were in as guests on the Friday Rock Show (an old UK friday night radio show) when this album was released and they mentioned that they couldn't work out what time signature some of Adrian's solo was in Alexander The Great
@RedAlberks Жыл бұрын
Incredible cover. I absolutely love both solos in this song, and you nailed them! So cool that we finally get to see Adrian and Dave play them live!
@PadillaGOD2 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure they'll play this one live... someday...
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
One can always hope!! 🤞
@johnprovatidis15032 жыл бұрын
What a track. Beautiful playing, friend. Dave's solo is incredible.
@malawigw2 жыл бұрын
Fluent as water
@thedepot74162 жыл бұрын
That’s so good, just wish they would play this live😱
@gumbooko35482 жыл бұрын
Again, brilliant. Ur vids are very inspirational indeed. And keeps me motivated
@renzo42962 жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing and precise playing, this is one of my favorite songs off somewhere in time and this was superb! Thank you so much.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU so much Lorenzo! Always so greatly appreciated 🤜🤛
@curtiswardley63122 жыл бұрын
The King has done it. Bravo man!
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton brother!!!
@MrMvidz2 жыл бұрын
I've seen Maiden live for some 35 years, still miss this song... a mystery why they never played it as it is quite a masterpiece imho.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Who knows... Could be they tried it at rehearsals for the SIT tour, didn't like how it felt and it just never fit into a set list since. I think they should do it on the new leg of the Legacy tour. Just so they'll have at least done it once.
@demodick2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely do not know this to be fact but had heard that it had something to do with backlash from the Iranian people and government because as “Persians” they hate Alexander. Someone will have to chime in on that but I think they thought the song would drum up trouble on your. And of course remember according to Nicko, Adrian can’t remember the guitar solo. Lol
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Anything is possible although I would think it unlikely that anyone really cares that much about the lyrics of an obscure Iron Maiden song from almost 40 years ago. 🤷🏻 But again... I don't take anything for granted so... You never know!
@thedepot74162 жыл бұрын
Somewhere in time album is so often missed out as number of the beast gets so much attention, I think maidens best albums are from piece of mind to seventh son, also love the new one
@CharliesMaidenCovers2 жыл бұрын
greatly done, these solos are definitely not easy
@toxsin22072 жыл бұрын
What's awesome about this if not just the sheer talent displayed but how he switches from the the guitars that both Dave and Adrian use to convey the switch up in who's playing what at that given time.
@RafaelSilvaMogi11 ай бұрын
I know that they never had played this song live when you did this video … but is interesting that you played the Adrian’s lines with the Murray’s guitar and vice versa. Really looks like the opposite!
@nikas168410 ай бұрын
They did at Athens last year
@ALL_OUT_OF_BUBBLEGUM Жыл бұрын
This was always one of Maiden's most underrated songs, it seems like almost everyone ignores it. This cover was so flawless, Bucephalus rose from his grave just to bow to it! UP THE IRONS FROM ANCIENT MACEDONIA
@LicksOfTheBeast Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton!!
@DeusMandouTeFalar.Oficial5 ай бұрын
Falando muito sério... Você incorporou mesmo o que Jesus veio fazer na terra. meus .. aplausos.
@410Gregj Жыл бұрын
I have so much love for this band but Dave’s solo is spine tingling in this song.
@clavier692 жыл бұрын
Actually Somewhere in time is one of those impeccable albums, all tracks are great
@Harry_van2 жыл бұрын
Extremely amazing! Perfect execution and guitar tone. Thanks for sharing 👏
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
1000 thanks!
@anthrax24132 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. This song ranks very high in my top favorites. Thank you for doing this one
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU! 🤜🤛
@fredericadda2 жыл бұрын
Epic! You flew through the 8 mn of Alexander with so much ease 😅 The shooting angle and the lights are as good as the music, congratulations.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! I will be sure to pass on the compliments to the camera woman 😃 Cheers!!
@michaeldouglas60082 жыл бұрын
Back to my pleasant memory of ‘86, back in the day……well done! Perfection!
@ChemicalManUSA2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, Nico!! You got those SiT-era G-K tones just right. Great stuff!
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Actually funny thing... I'm using the same sound settings as I always use for pretty much everything 😄 Maybe it's the chorus effect that brings to mind that vibe. And of course the original guitars underneath that still ring through a bit might help as well.
@dchakravarthy32542 жыл бұрын
Brilliant. Watching this made me realize how this song is quintessential Iron Maiden…. To the point where if I ever met someone who asked me ‘What does Iron Maiden sound like?’, I could play this song and that would answer them. Brilliant playing. Thank you.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!!
@peterk46262 жыл бұрын
Nico...10/10 dude, that was awesome work! :) One of my all time faves. I love the change and phrasing of this song at 04:37, when I first heard that I was like "wow, only Maiden can capture that epic middle eastern sound!" Also the opening notes to the solo at 05:47, brilliant. And they way it slows down at the finish......just a masterpiece of a song. Great cover Nico, captured it all! I felt the whole Somewhere in Time album was just stunning they way Dave and Adrian played off each other, the solo's rolling from one to the other.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much man! There is just something so f'n special about this album... It's one of the most unique sounding metal albums I have ever heard! 😊
@LordPrutsikas2 жыл бұрын
You are writing history with these covers....it cant get more accurate than this....99% of people play their own versions, you actually played the song...
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
That's extremely kind of you to say. Thank you! I am trying to play these songs as close to the original so that viewers could get a better idea of how this stuff is played, structured and arranged. The idea is to try to have something for everyone from the hardcore fan to the guitarist who is trying to learn the song to cover it in his band. That being said, there is an art to personal reinterpretation of a piece of music and it could be an interesting topic to cover here in the future. Thanks again and have a great holiday season! Cheers 🤜🤛
@ghastlynavigator2 жыл бұрын
2 a.m. watching Nico absolutely rock this masterpiece! UP THE IRONS 🤘
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
And they say nothing good happens at 2:00am.... What do they know?! 😂😂
@pro3gamer68511 ай бұрын
I can listen it full day ;) Yesterday we play those song on ours concert ;) my fingers bleeding and burning today but Alexander was worth pain ;)
@jeffersononetwo2 жыл бұрын
Epic. A true use of the word. Awesome performance, camera placement and editing. This is such a great song - thanks for doing this!
@miguelalmeida58062 жыл бұрын
Just can't believe they will never play this live. It's just criminal do not do so. It was an esrgasm, Nico. This day has just started, but what can top this?...
@UltraPvnk2 жыл бұрын
One of Maiden's best of epics. I was just listening to Mother Russia this morning and my gosh is that song underrated and quite possibly one of Maiden's best short epics. Sad it is so short. PS Defenders of the Faith is their best album.
@benoitgiroux89642 жыл бұрын
Defenders is by Judas Priest
@UltraPvnk2 жыл бұрын
If I know about Mother Russia, I know Maiden and Judas. Obviously hinting at his shirt.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Mother Russia always reminded me of ATG for some reason. Especially feel in the middle breakdown before the solos. Defenders rocks.🤘
@jeflebarbare33922 жыл бұрын
Wow perfect! This is an immortal song. Thanks!
@carlosabrahamchapolpot91111 ай бұрын
El solo de David Murray sobresalta mucho mas
@strikezilla43822 жыл бұрын
Kick ass,...one of my favs and u did a great job!
@themercenaryy2 жыл бұрын
Amazing cover, you really nailed it! Ps. Are you planning to do a cover/or analysis of caught somewhere in time? I think Adrian’s solo in that tune is amazing, probably my favourite solo in the whole catalogue.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! SIT is my favourite album so yeah for sure I'll be touching on that 😊
@davidprag9692 жыл бұрын
I love that one too! The vibrato at the end makes it perfect imo.
@Maidenas05 Жыл бұрын
When i was hearing this song (and lot of other iron maiden songs) it wasn't enough for me just listening to it !! I had that strong desire to see with my eyes their fingers in the guitars expressing that amazing feeling of that inspiring sound !! Your playing puts out that exact feeling while i was hearing the cd !!! Sorry for my poor English ! I tried to express it as good as I can !! Your channel is a treasure!!
@LicksOfTheBeast Жыл бұрын
Efharistó polí!! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I really appreciate your kind words so much! And there was nothing wrong with how you expressed that... My Greek will never be anywhere near as good as your English! 😊🤘 Cheers! 🤜🤛
@davov32142 жыл бұрын
Just imagine being in the studio with maiden when they were making this album....great job on guitar mate!
@__ara2 жыл бұрын
AMAZING
@paulwells61312 жыл бұрын
You’ve made a lot of fans happy today! If only Maiden would take the hint & add it to the Legacy setlist!
@Yonlawlawlaw2 жыл бұрын
One of the best Adrian solos and you totally nailed!! Amazing
@nenaddjordjevic8592 жыл бұрын
Extremely precise. Nice to watch and listen to.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!!
@glaurung212 жыл бұрын
Acho que assim como você Nicko, eu adoro essa música, ficou excelente seu cover, não tenho nem palavras. Gostaria que eles tocassem isso ao vivo.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Muitissimo obrigado amigo! Eu também gostaria vê Maiden tocar essa musica ao vivo!
@hanssanchez87052 жыл бұрын
What a delightful way of playing such a masterpiece and you make it look so simple! Big big fan here, congrats as always my man!
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! There are definitely a few tricky bits in this song 😃
@jasongeorgeson85512 жыл бұрын
We kept asking and asking for this and you just delivered. Cheers man you absolutely nailed it again. The tone and playing is perfect as usual
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see it was worth the wait 🙂 Thanks so much for your kind support!
@r.v.g.16792 жыл бұрын
WOW.
@pro3gamer685 Жыл бұрын
:LOTB we finally get Alexander the great live version on IM show; Ljublana and O2 Arena. I see that was probably the last tour of IM if they play that masterpiece. Now we wait in Poland for them. Jesus i wait to hear that again on live show 37years (from 1987in Poland they play Alexander). I was happy to hear that another time. Greetings my friend
@MrGkirle Жыл бұрын
Are you sure they played this song live before? It is not mentioned in any set list and there is no video. Also in Poland Maiden played in 1986 not 1987. Greetings!
@joshu1981 Жыл бұрын
13.06.2023 Krakow Poland🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻!
@lionelreynolds9476 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant job! One of my favourite solos of all time - fantastic to see it live after all these years!
@willyar682 жыл бұрын
Excellent!! my respects. A song that marked my life from that album was The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner, I was 17 years old when Somewhere in Time was released... someday do a cover of it
@radorado6662 жыл бұрын
Adrian's solos in this song are untouchable. Dave's is also my favorite of his, I think. In my old band we used to cover this song very often, always a ton of fun for guitarists! Great playing Nico, liked the small personal touches you added here and there :)
@laurentfemenias94102 жыл бұрын
You really did this song justice! I watched your video mouth wide open from start to finish! 😁
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so so much!!
@ricardocosta1968 Жыл бұрын
Sempre foi uma das minhas favoritas, os solos são simplesmente sensacionais.
@fredcr17088 ай бұрын
la complexité des thèmes de ce groupe est tout bonnement hallucinant, et te voir jouer avec cette maestria me fait presque pleurer de bonheur. grand merci
@LicksOfTheBeast8 ай бұрын
Merci infiniment! C'est vraiment très gentil et j'apprécie beaucoup 🙏🙏
@MatteoAn932 жыл бұрын
05:00 One of the best Iron Maiden moment starts.... Sshhh Nico is killing It 🙌🙌🙌 Great interpretation!!!!💪🏻
@michaeldouglas60082 жыл бұрын
Excellent job! Inspiring! Hope they play this on upcoming tour as Bruce recognized fan comments about this song! Up the Irons!
@broony772 жыл бұрын
Great work as usual. Song I keep trying to learn and putting down again. I’m probably 80% there. Time to go back again I think.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean. I remember I got stuck on the middle section back in the day and didn't revisit it for quite some time after. It's a challenging piece for sure. Good luck!!
@lducati2 жыл бұрын
Amazing job Nico! It is a pity that it has never been played live. Best.
@3730v2 жыл бұрын
I think Steve is ashamed of the terrible lyrics that’s why they don’t play it :) However, the instrumental section including the solos is probably my favorite 3 minutes of music ever.
@mattyoung841510 ай бұрын
Just unbelievable, top job, nice work mate 👏
@cindarella1100 Жыл бұрын
@ 4:51 that is a killer rythym 👩 Amazing! From: Scranton, Pennsylvania
@LicksOfTheBeast Жыл бұрын
Gotta love those sextuplets!! 🤘🤘
@ALL_OUT_OF_BUBBLEGUM Жыл бұрын
Omg hey! Ever get to the Lehigh Valley? 😏
@cindarella1100 Жыл бұрын
" Lehigh Valley " is a term for general area; I think what you may be referring to is Allentown; and no that's like 100 miles south of me; I never have any reason to go down there 👩
@MrBobbybf2 жыл бұрын
I am from Iran and I'm enjoying your guitar works . Up the irons man 🤘
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Cheers brother!! 🤜🤛
@ryos.59742 жыл бұрын
Amazing! That pick-tapping was just sublime. Another song that doesn't get the love it deserves.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🙏 To be honest, I think this whole album doesn't quite get the attention it deserves - not even from the band themselves.
@ryos.59742 жыл бұрын
@@LicksOfTheBeast That’s true, they only ever play “Wasted Years”. Songs like “Caught Somewhere in Time” would be interesting with three guitars and Bruce’s changed voice, so I hope they’ll play it someday.
@brianleonard9872 Жыл бұрын
Dave’s solo is absolutely killer and you nailed it! One of Dave’s best…along with Powerslave and Killers.
@NunoGuitarsSilva2 жыл бұрын
Really amazing!!! Well done and thanks for this awesome video!! Cheers from Portugal
@mihaif63232 жыл бұрын
By far the most accurate cover of this masterpiece that I’ve seen on YT. Cheers!
@nicolasarbogast27392 жыл бұрын
Look for "Steph Le Gratteux" channel on YT. 😳😳
@adde19-b3y Жыл бұрын
One of Iron Maidens best songs
@brunolago7130 Жыл бұрын
That's fantastic!!!! Excellent job! You have got their feeling, man! Thanks for sharing!
@jeromeanichel38712 жыл бұрын
great album ,great cover ;great guitarist thank you for this morning moment !
@ryanhoskins012 жыл бұрын
"The legend, his name was Alexander" - classic Maiden track. Captured my imagination when I first heard it when I was just a kid, and still does today. Great cover, very precise and we can see you put a lot of work into it, thanks Nico ;)
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Same for me man! 😊 Thanks so much for the support 🤜🤛
@flavy10002 жыл бұрын
Same for me...You couldn't have described it more precisely!
@michaelmacchia4371 Жыл бұрын
Bro, this is awesome!
@remembertheblacksabbath2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love how you’ve zeroed in on Iron Maiden to feature and break down all that is the great Maiden! Your playing is top notch and you make it look easy!🔥🔥🔥🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻😈😈😈
@thingsicameheretodo698 Жыл бұрын
Impeccable playing where one can clearly hear your love for the music. Cheers and up the irons!
@LicksOfTheBeast Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!! I do love these songs that is for sure!!
@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse2 жыл бұрын
AtG??? No way!!! 🤩 Well, if Maiden won’t do it, Nico will! 🤣 I’m still in shock minutes after watching. 😮🤣 Absolutely stunning!!! 🤘🎸 The look at the end: “You’re welcome!” 🤣
@CC-qb9sm2 жыл бұрын
Yes!!!!!
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
Hahahahahahahahaha that's too funny 😂😂 I'm really glad you enjoyed it though!! 🤘🤘🤘
@08hmao2 жыл бұрын
I don't know why Iron Maiden didn't put this song on their set list of live shows. Congratulations on the work. 👏👏👏. 🤝
@tonyd.9442 жыл бұрын
Excellent job.
@eulogitos222 жыл бұрын
Yes yes bro. I wait this so long time. Thanks for this cover. Absolutely wonderful playing. Up the Irons bro.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
... told you it was in my plans 😁 So glad to hear you enjoyed it man!! Cheers 🤜🤛
@neilgordon70152 жыл бұрын
Very impressive and a joy to watch ... thank you.
@jorgefranco74142 жыл бұрын
Que belleza de solos!
@martinkguitarcover49332 жыл бұрын
Absolutely wonderful playing
@rauldominguez83522 жыл бұрын
One of my fav songs from Maiden ever. Sonewhere was the first album that i had, a friend of mine recieve it in his birthday in 1987, a casette and all the friends copy it!!!!! Love this song, the solo is incredible !!!! Great Job nicko!!!!!
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
It's still my favourite album and yeah, the instrumental section really is incredible! 😊 Thanks for the encouragement, man! 🤜🤛
@turuntashtheboo7681 Жыл бұрын
No words!!! Just enjoing !! After 37 yrs Iron Maiden are still there and touring with Caught somewhere...and Alexander on set list!!!And even more there is a guy,unreal playing EVERY SINGLE NOTE OR TONE on KZfaq!!! Heaven is something here sometimes on the earth!!!And you,dude,ha,I know how I feel when playing some their stuff on drums,but playing so easily,smooth and...real,that must be dream coz their guitars are...wow,you know it better then anybody except them!!Great,man,really more then great!!👍🏾💪
@ariskaraiskos8079 Жыл бұрын
the only solo sequence that dave "beats" andrian. his solo comes after andrian's like a climax, and when he uses the "oriental" note, that matches perfect with the persian attack of alexander, it really blows my mind and still makes my "bodyhair stand". its absolutely incredibly crafted solo, there are no words to describe it and i listen to it once per month for the last 25 years! (yeap i am greek). Hopefully the will play this song in 2 months in prague, crossing fingers!
@davidprag969 Жыл бұрын
I agree! one of the few anyway!
@ALL_OUT_OF_BUBBLEGUM Жыл бұрын
Bucephalus was not afraid to headbang to this. 🤘🐴🤘
@586kourou2 жыл бұрын
Excellent !!! So great song !!!
@eduardorubenperez47112 жыл бұрын
El solo es intocable, parecía más fácil al escucharlo
@fabiobadano-bad-composer5075 Жыл бұрын
Congrats, your channel is the best youtube channel for who want to learn and to play Iron Maiden. The attention of details is simply amazing!
@LicksOfTheBeast Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated, man! Glad you are finding value in these videos 😊
@teamzero9465 Жыл бұрын
Amazing job once again! Thank you for sharing with us.
@LicksOfTheBeast Жыл бұрын
Thank YOU!!
@RicardoRivera-vh3ol2 жыл бұрын
Way to go Nico! One of the ultimate Maiden epic tunes that has never been played live. I love the opening line when is basically a father telling his son to blaze his on trail. Extra bonus points for wearing Judas Priest defenders of the faith t-shirt! Keep making us happy with your awesome playing.
@LicksOfTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
🤘🤘🤘🤘
@lukabiljak46792 жыл бұрын
Awesome as always my man!
@goncalomartins7933 Жыл бұрын
The has to to be the most spot on attempt to recreate this song! Unless I'm turning deaf, all the parts seem to be perfectly executed to the minimum detail. If what they say is true, and Andrian can't remember how to play it, here's a excellent tutorial for him to remember 😁
@LicksOfTheBeast Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!! I'm pretty sure Adrian's got it down 😄