“Sometimes I can do the big drum fill in the intro to The Trooper. But even then it's a bit flaky, it’s not clean”: Iron Maiden legend Nicko McBrain’s “difficult decision” to retire from touring

Nicko McBrain.

Drummer Nicko McBrain has talked about his “mixed emotions” after retiring from touring with Iron Maiden.

In an interview with Classic Rock, McBrain explains how he adapted his approach to playing drums on Maiden’s Future Past tour - his last with the band.