We try and stay out of the corporate side of it. The band has never compromised. At some point in our career we could have made a certain type of record and sold millions of units, as they are called. Adrian Smith Read Quote
When you’re used to seeing someone being coldly efficient on court and suddenly they go on stage and into your world – it’s fascinating. Adrian Smith Read Quote
A band is sort of like a star. It reaches a peak and burns out. To have five guys working in perfect harmony longer than a couple years is difficult. Adrian Smith Read Quote
The band has always stayed close to its fans and not sold out. That’s a very rare thing. I can see how rare that is having been outside of the band for eight years. Maiden has integrity. I think people appreciate that. Adrian Smith Read Quote
We are one of the last heavy metal bands. Iron Maiden has always been unique. Adrian Smith Read Quote