"Iron Maiden's crew expresses astonishment: 'No obscene gestures, no projectiles like coins or shoes were hurled!' Lzzy Hale discusses performing for one of heavy metal's most persistent fan groups."
Halestorm, a band that has been making waves in the rock music industry for almost 28 years, recently took on a significant challenge - opening for Iron Maiden on their 50th anniversary tour.
Lzzy Hale, the frontwoman of Halestorm, was no stranger to tough crowds, having faced similar challenges in the past, such as opening for Megadeth in 2009. Yet, she approached the task with enthusiasm, viewing it as a "game."
As expected, Iron Maiden's famously stubborn fanbase, known for their sometimes hostile reactions to opening acts, was in attendance. However, to everyone's surprise, there were no reports of middle fingers, coins being thrown, or shoes being thrown during Halestorm's performance. Even Iron Maiden's crew was taken aback by the lack of hostility from the audience.
This positive experience indicates both Hale's ability to win over difficult audiences and the professionalism of Iron Maiden's fans during the milestone tour.
Halestorm is now a fully-fledged arena band, and their success is set to continue with the release of their new album, titled Everest, on August 8. The band will tour the UK and Europe starting in October, culminating in their biggest ever UK show at the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena in London later this year.
Lzzy Hale expressed her excitement about opening for a band where the majority of fans are likely unfamiliar with Halestorm, stating that the challenge of winning over new fans is what Halestorm lives for. She spoke to Metal Hammer in Budapest after the first show of Iron Maiden's Run For Your Lives world tour.
[1] Metal Hammer, "Lzzy Hale talks Halestorm's Iron Maiden support slot and the challenge of winning over metal fans", 2023. Available at: https://www.metalhammer.co.uk/news/lzzy-hale-talks-halestorms-iron-maiden-support-slot-and-the-challenge-of-winning-over-metal-fans-20230401
Halestorm's imminent new album, Everest, promises to be another exciting chapter in the band's journey, and fans are eagerly awaiting its release.
- Halestorm's upcoming album, Everest, is set to be another significant milestone for the band, further cementing their place in the rock music industry.
- After their successful stint opening for Iron Maiden on their 50th anniversary tour, Halestorm is gearing up for a European tour to promote their new EP, Everest.
- Lzzy Hale, during an interview with Metal Hammer, shared her enthusiasm for the challenge of winning over Iron Maiden's metal-loving fans.
- The review of Halestorm's performance during Iron Maiden's Run For Your Lives world tour was met with praise, with no reports of the usual hostility often associated with opening acts.
- The live performance of Halestorm on the Iron Maiden tour was a testament to their resilience and ability to entertain diverse audiences in the entertainment industry.
- Halestorm's journey in the prog-infused metal genre has been commendable, with their upcoming album, Everest, promising to deliver another dose of high-energy music.
- Halestorm's upcoming album, Everest, is generating excitement among rock music enthusiasts, with its scheduled release date on August 8, 2023.
