Nicko McBrain is the most ''alive'' drummer. I can't explain it, he just has that organic feel, like he's a human being, playing, having fun, that's what makes him so special.

He was born for it, to be one of the best drummers in the world

He's the reason I saved up lawn-mowing money to buy a drum kit…. and am still playing 24 years later….

Nicko is one of the worlds most underrated drummers, yet he still has a great following!

I always come back to this video. Every time I see it I learn something new. This man simply rocks the hell out of a drum set. There are more technical, faster or 'virtuoso' drummers out there, but Nicko makes drumming look so fun, and so easy to learn and love. Excellent musician. Up the IRONS!

Nicko is SUCH an underrated drummer. I mean, the thing that makes him truly godly is the fact that, not only does he drum like a beast, but he actually has fun doing so. I mean, most other drummers have so much concentration on what they're doing that it doesn't look like they have any emotion to it. Nicko can go absolutely fucking crazy and still drum efficiently. UP THE IRONS!

233 people who know nothing about the LEGEND that is Nicko!!

Nicko is a machine with a soul. he runs a groove that gutarists can feel, and his fills are naturally anticipated. He makes playing the song so much easier for the guitarist.

Nicko is one of the reasons for me to pick up drumming. Thanx for the years of inspiration!!

My first drum hero since childhood...I admire many drummers but he remains that drum god for me. He never stops amaze me.

What a rocking drummer! Not many better than Nicko!

I could watch Nicko all day long, great stuff!

Nicko. Never saw a Drummer like You!!! Amazing❤️❤️❤️

I never get tired of watching Nicko play maiden cover's....Style for day's!

All of his hits are crisp and clean, you can hear every single note. Every measure seems to have a unique and tasty fill while not overplaying. All while so relaxed and effortless, A true master .

i love how he's always smiling haha he's like weeeeeeee!

In my opinion Nicko is the most talented drummer alive.

a true rock drum legend... Nicko McBrain

C'mon Guitar Center... give the man his 16, 12, 10, 8 and 6 inch toms.

Melhor baterista do mundo! Congratulations fron Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🤟🤟🤟

my first Iron Maiden gig was Piece of Mind Tour I remember the opening Where Eagles Dare, we were just blown away, Nick is an amazing drummer,

..and I know Nicko sets the path to many drummers to come. Why compare him with other drummers ..for he's a living legend from Maiden. Only the good die young. Legends live for ever. Thank you Nicko for your music legacy!

This man inspired me to play drums. He was the first drummer that I heard as a kid that seemed to reall 'add' to the music. I know there are loads of other drummers that do it now, but back then it was a revelation. I dont listen to them anymore but this guys drumming is great.....infact, scratch that, I'm going to listen to them now!! The drumming on 'The Trooper' was a massive moment in my life learning the drums....

Man those fills so clean .. !! The single pedal grooves , flams , the sound of the Tom's.. oh I love this .. !! I love Nicko

Remember watching Live After Death in I have to say in 87' the way he smiled so big while playing... having the time of his life & he still got it!

Makes it look so effortless, just an amazing drummer with such an original style and perfect technique thats why he still drums like a badass at 60.

Him & nick menza(rip) are my favorite drummers

The way he works the pedal is unique, and that last walk-around, WOW! Best drummer in the world, there is nothing else to say here, he is simply the best in the world right now, nobody can touch him at this point....

This guy is a beast, he has a foot like John Bonham , one of my favorite drummer's 🤘🤘

Such a blessing to finally be able to see him play

absolutely incredible. one of the best rock songs EVER, along with an AMAZING ALBUM. Top 5 of all time. I saw The Powerslave tour live in Binghamton NY, top 3 shows ever in my life....

So elegant, refined, precise and musical. It can't get any better!

footwork is simply amazing!

WoW... 63 years old Drummer...Nicko McBrain!!!

that is definitely some of the most bloody tasteful metal drumming i've ever heard. groovy, great chops without overdoing it, supports when it's time to support, stands out when it's time to stand out.

I’ve been listening to Maiden since the early 80’s. Always liked Nicko’s drumming style of over Clive’s. He’s one those drummers that makes it sound so easy watching him and an absolutely flawless performance. There’s a many good drummer out there, but Nicko definitely has to be in the top 5. Rock on bro!!

Arguably the most fluid drummer ever. He makes it look effortless.

definitely underrated drummer. even if people say he is not exceptionally talented his talent is to play at the age of 63 for heavy metal band at such speeds with a. single bass drums and doing triplets there are definitely more drummers older than him but being a heavy metal drummer at the age of 63 and still playing gallop rhythm songs like trooper is not a joke

The best sounding ride cymbal EVER. And the best recording of a ride cymbal EVER. At the same time.

Grandioso! Nico! Ho avuto la gioia di suonare a tempi passati di suonarlo!

2:22 ! Incredible kick work! I love Nicko's use of the ride cymbal...a real signature of his playing.

10 years older than Lars Ulrich.

Nicko! Saw them live last year and they still got it, always loved his drumming on The Prisoner and Where Eagles Dare..hopefully I can see them again soon.

Unpopular opinion: Drummers are so underrated they do 35% of work

Sonoridade, musicalidade, interpretação fantástica...excelente!

This song is the reason I love Maiden and drumming. Nicko's beast

That's always pleasure to watch Nicko's style. It seems he so happy doing it.

Nicko is the most underrated musician on Earth

very passionate player, he always seem to enjoy every single hit he does on his drumkit

I could watch this all day

Finally, a GREAT performance by a guest star at one of these things.

Beautiful blue Signia kit sounds wicked! and those PAISTES are perfect!

UNO DE LOS MEJORES BATERISTAS DE TODOS LOS TIEMPOS. MIEMBRO DE LA BANDA MAS GRANDE QUE EL METAL HAYA DADO. LARGA VIDA A NICKO MCBRAIN. LARGA VIDA A IRON MAIDEN.

Enjoy watching him play. he is so comfortable on drums. Nico and the drum set have become one unit.

Man... Seriously, will you ever get old ?!

That kit is bloody sick those Paiste cymbals sound awesome

He's just absolutely amazing.

The most underrated drummer! The master of fills!!

Well... this is simply genious, I'm speechless

Very powerful and energetic performance, what a good drummer Nicko is

Como é bom ver esse senhor tocar bateria simplesmente sensacional

Nothing more satisfying than watching a master craftsman at work.

He has a perfect feel for the live version he's playing, although he's not playing live. Shows the ability and experience.

"Nicko is fantastic drummer.....Dios te bendiga.

He ends the fills in perfect time, that's why he's professional and one of my favs

After seeing a Maiden show in Nashville in 2013 I bumped into Nicko on the street in front of a club where some other band members were hanging out at,, my favorite drummer of all time,, my inspiration standing in front of me,, I asked him for an autograph,, he said no,, then asked for a picture with him, he said no,, I followed Maiden for years since 1989, even joined the fan club always hoping for such an opportunity only to be told no,, what a way to treat a devoted fan,,, perhaps if he only knew the distances I went to to attend shows in many different states,, the money's I spent to help support them,, all the t-shirts I bought,,, I was so disappointed that I burned all my t-shirts and ticket stubs that I collected over the years,, and yes I haven't attended a show since nor have I purchased any new albums,, your fans should be important to you Nicko,, not disrespected and treated like dirt,, I was even fighting cancer at the time which made it even worst cause it makes me feel alienated and rejected from normal society, then this happened,,, to this day it still burns me,, all I wanted was to be treated equally like I've seen other fans that were fortunate enough to meet him in person that was treated with kindness and a smile,, sorry I have to hit the thumbs down,, but I'm sure he dont care he has plenty of other fans

He is among the greatest Metal drummers, not to say THE greatest...

that version is frkin aawesome :D the 2 lead guitars on the solo and right before are soo heavy .. thanks adrian smith xD \m/

Here' a man loving his work.

Thank you x 1000

That ride cymbal sounds amazing!

My mom is close friends with him since college.

His playing is clean, consistence. precise. Just great

Iron Maiden is this team of superhuman musicians that may not be my favorite. But anytime I hear any Maiden, I just feel like bowing. They are the true gods of Metal. Plus this riff give me an image of this gigantic eagle flying through sky.

Nicko kills it every time. How much fun would it be to drum like that.

by the gods of heavy metal, this is wonderful... Nicko McBrain

I never knew Eddie played the Drums for Maiden lol - Nicko - half man / half beast

That kit sounds amazing!

This never gets old......

Larger than life, and simply an amazing drummer! If you ever needed a reason to climb behind a kit and play...here it is. As for the pedal, unless Nicko made a change, it's usually an old Ludwig Speed King that he's played for years.

One of The best!

My buddy said he saw Nicko as the drummer for the Pat Travers band back in the mid 70s. He's definitely made a name for himself in the industry, style, still a single bass drum pedal user, own signature series, drums, cymbals, sticks. Business man.

absolutely phenomenal! especially for his age!

That’s an amazing drum kit☺️

Bestia....absoluta....en su oficio.......el más grande título para este baterista.....

You got it man and many more

nicko is my all time fav! sensational drummer

Great drummer. So much detail and intricacies without sounding like he's over-playing. That's what makes him a legend.

My fav drummer

i just love how this guy has never changed.. still nuts.. still a great drummer and still a fucking nice guy.. UP THE IRONS!!!

thumbs up all day 4 this dude on the kit

All about the song, Nicko always puts his distinct signature on all the Maiden songs.

Holy shit!! this is so great! Nicko kept right on playing !

That kick drum sounds amazing!

I first discovered Nicko back in the late 70's drumming for Pat Travers. He was awesome even back then.

So smooth and accurate. Young rock drummers tend to play in a thick way like they're making a HUGE effort to pull out the sound. Here we have a professional metal drummer, and he's all cool, just chillin'. That's lesson #1 kids.

Nicko é um gigante da bateria !

That drum sounds awesome, Nicko Mcbrain is the best drummer for me.

His set sounds sooo freaking good.

sounds so clean, l had to watch it twice