A Matter of Life and Maiden - Podcast Episode 33: "Run for your Lives" Tour Discussion/Speculation

In episode 33 of the podcast, Joe talks about his impressions and speculation on Iron Maiden's recently announced "Run for your Lives" tour that will take place in 2025 and 2026.

[@tylercharbonneau8178]

I could see them opening with Prowler, bringing everyone back to the very beginning - very first song on the debut album

[@amatteroflifeandmaiden]

Excellent point! That definitely slipped my mind. Could be a possibility indeed.

[@benstephenson8993]

As fun as it is to speculate all the bangers and potential deep cuts, we need to be realistic about what Maiden is physically capable of playing in 2025, mainly Nicko. Recent tours and albums have increasingly sprinkled in slower tempo songs throughout, and I have a feeling this tour will be no exception. Yes, there will be some great ones that leave us presently surprised, and if they play Rime, then I can die a happy man. But let’s also not kid ourselves and think this setlist will be one classic gallop song after another.

[@amatteroflifeandmaiden]

I can definitely see that and I agree. It's going to be a setlist that allows everyone to play at their pace for sure. I saw Rime back on the Somewhere Back in Time tour, and it was euphoric! For your sake, I hope they play it so you'll have a chance to see it! I'm interested to see what they'll throw at us. We could be pleasantly surprised... My speculation has been off before, so I'm really curious as to what they have up their sleeves/have in store for us.