{"id":516262,"date":"2026-06-24T16:16:22","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T16:16:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/516262\/"},"modified":"2026-06-24T16:16:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T16:16:22","slug":"iron-maiden-issues-statement-following-concert-power-outage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/516262\/","title":{"rendered":"Iron Maiden Issues Statement Following Concert Power Outage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Iron Maiden<\/a> has issued an official statement<\/a> following a severe power outage that interrupted their performance in Paris on Monday night for over an hour.<\/p>\n

Though the concert, which was being filmed for an upcoming release, eventually resumed, the band was forced to cut their set short. Many fans expressed frustration over the incident, noting that the metal greats skipped their encore, which traditionally features some of their best-loved tunes.<\/p>\n

In a message posted to their website, Maiden explained that authorities informed the band that they \u201ccould not have over 30,000 fans on the streets unable to get home.\u201d \u201cThis gave just enough time for the band to complete the set finishing with \u2018Iron Maiden\u2019 but unable to play any of the encores.\u201d<\/p>\n

READ MORE: Iron Maiden Fans Share Outrage After Paris Concert Power Outage<\/a><\/p>\n

Elsewhere in the statement, frontman Bruce Dickinson<\/a> thanked fans for their understanding.<\/p>\n

Bruce Dickinson: ‘We Share Your Disappointment’<\/p>\n

\u201cDespite everything the audience and atmosphere last night were fantastic and, like every other challenge Iron Maiden have faced over the years, we\u2019ll find a way to deal with and overcome the missing songs in the encore when it comes to the final film,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know that many of you travelled long distances, waited patiently throughout the interruption, and were looking forward to experiencing the complete Run For Your Lives show,\u201d the singer continued. \u201cWe share your disappointment. No one is more frustrated than the band and crew, who were eager to deliver the full performance you deserved.\u201d<\/p>\n

Despite the unfortunate circumstances, Dickinson expressed his appreciation for Iron Maiden\u2019s Paris fans.<\/p>\n

READ MORE: Iron Maiden Live Albums Ranked Worst to Best<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cWhat we will remember most from last night is the incredible spirit inside the arena,\u201d he remarked. \u201cYour patience, understanding and unwavering support through an extremely challenging situation meant the world to us. The energy in the room was remarkable and is exactly what we have come to expect from Paris, and a reminder of why we always love playing here.\u201d<\/p>\n

Iron Maiden noted that officials continue to investigate exactly what caused the blackout. Paris is in the middle of a scorching heat wave, however \u201cFrench electricity distributor Enedis said the problem did not appear to originate from the public power grid and was more likely related to the arena\u2019s own electrical installation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Iron Maiden Albums Ranked <\/p>\n

When ranking Iron Maiden albums, perhaps the most striking thing is that they succeeded despite changing lead singers on three separate occasions.<\/p>\n

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