“We’re Gonna Be Doing Stuff We’ve Never, Ever Done Before”: Bruce Dickinson Promises Iron Maiden’s 2025 Tour Will Have a “Setlist for the Ages”….

“We’re Gonna Be Doing Stuff We’ve Never, Ever Done Before”: Bruce Dickinson Promises Iron Maiden’s 2025 Tour Will Have a “Setlist for the Ages”

 

Metal legends Iron Maiden are gearing up for what frontman Bruce Dickinson is calling a “monumental” 2025 tour — and fans have every reason to be excited. In a recent interview, Dickinson hinted at major surprises in store, including a “setlist for the ages” and “stuff we’ve never, ever done before” on stage.

The British heavy metal icons, known for their elaborate stage shows, timeless albums, and unwavering global fanbase, are no strangers to pushing boundaries. But according to Dickinson, the upcoming tour is set to be something altogether different — even for a band that’s been on the road for nearly five decades.

“This isn’t just another Iron Maiden tour,” said Dickinson. “We’re gonna be doing stuff we’ve never, ever done before — musically, visually, and in terms of the songs we’re playing. It’s a setlist for the ages. There are things we’re planning that will blow people’s minds.”

While he didn’t give away exact details, Dickinson’s statement has already sparked feverish speculation among Maiden fans. Could the band finally debut rare deep cuts live? Will they revisit long-ignored tracks from albums like Somewhere in Time, Virtual XI, or A Matter of Life and Death? And what surprises could the stage production hold from a band already famous for fighter jets, pyrotechnics, and a towering Eddie mascot?

Iron Maiden’s last world tour, The Future Past Tour, received widespread acclaim for its inventive setlist, which blended fan favorites with rarely performed songs from Senjutsu and Somewhere in Time. Critics and fans alike praised the band’s ability to stay fresh while honoring its legacy. Dickinson’s comments suggest the 2025 tour will raise the bar even higher.

“The whole idea is to do something that not only we haven’t done before, but that our fans haven’t even imagined,” Dickinson continued. “If you think you know what’s coming, think again.”

As anticipation builds, the band has yet to officially announce dates or locations for the 2025 tour. However, rumors suggest a mix of stadiums and arenas across North America, Europe, South America, and possibly Asia.

Dickinson, who recently wrapped up his acclaimed solo tour in support of The Mandrake Project, has been in top vocal form, and the rest of the band — Steve Harris, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Janick Gers, and Nicko McBrain — remains a powerhouse live act.

For a band whose live shows are legendary and whose legacy is already etched into metal history, promising something truly new is no small feat. But if anyone can deliver on such a bold claim, it’s Iron Maiden.

Fans are advised to keep an eye on official channels in the coming weeks for ticket announcements, tour dates, and more clues about what Dickinson calls “one of the most exciting chapters in Maiden’s live history.”