Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain played his final show with the heavy metal band just hours after announcing 'a step back from the grind' of touring.

Longtime Iron Maiden drummer Nick McBrain has retired from his touring position within the band. Iron Maiden has since announced Simon Dawson as their new live drummer.

After announcing his intention to retire from the live stage, McBrain played his last show with Iron Maiden over the weekend

Heavy metal legends also announced Sunday that British Lion's Simon Lawson will serve on drummer on their upcoming 50th anniversary tour

Tributes from rock and metal legends have poured in, celebrating Nicko McBrain 's incredible 42-year career in Iron Maiden. The 72-year-old drummer announced over the weekend that his final show with the band would be that very night at the conclusion of The Future Past tour in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

A day after the sad news that Nicko McBrain will be retiring as Iron Maiden's full-time drummer, his replacement has been revealed

Iron Maiden 's Nicko McBrain has announced his retirement from touring after more than 40 years with the heavy-metal pioneers. The 72-year-old drummer, who suffered a stroke in January 2023, broke the news earlier today (December 7th) in a statement on social media.