Iron Maiden
Pat Travers - Live at Rockpalast 1976 featuring Nicko McBrain
Venue: Rockpalast
Location: Bonn, Germany
Date: November 4, 1976
Iron Maiden was still carving out their place in the music world during the mid-1970s, particularly around the time of the live recording at Rockpalast on November 4, 1976. Just a short period before this concert, they had released their self-titled debut album 'Iron Maiden' in April 1980, solidifying their unique sound that fused heavy metal with punk energy. Interesting to note, Nicko McBrain, who is prominently featured in this concert, would later join Iron Maiden as their drummer in 1982, bringing an unforgettable rhythm that contributed to their massive success. This era was crucial for the band as they were gaining momentum in the burgeoning heavy metal scene, setting the stage for their iconic status that would follow.