Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Join us for Part One of an exclusive conversation with Bruce Dickinson (@BruceDickinsonYT) at Musicians Institute. Best known as the legendary frontman of Iron Maiden, Bruce shares insights into his career, creative process, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

Hosted by Ryan J. Downey, Bruce opens up about:

• Iron Maiden's upcoming 50th Anniversary "Run For Your Lives" Tour
• Rehearsing with Simon Dawson and honoring Nicko McBrain's legacy
• The success and future of The Mandrake Project
• Returning to solo touring after decades away
• The story behind Ed Force One and piloting Iron Maiden's aircraft
• His creative process as a songwriter, novelist, and comic book writer
• Early influences including Deep Purple, The Beatles, Arthur Brown, and more
• Advice for aspiring musicians and creators

From aviation entrepreneur to bestselling author to one of heavy metal's most iconic voices, Bruce Dickinson shares candid stories, humor, and invaluable insight with Musicians Institute students and fans.

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