HarperNonFiction are set to publish the thrilling, hilarious and deeply personal autobiography of Iron Maiden’s unstoppable drummer, Nicko McBrain. Hello Boys and Girls! will publish into hardback, ebook and audio on 22nd October 2026.
Nicko is the legendary drummer for Iron Maiden, joining the band in 1982 after stints with artists like Streetwalkers, Pat Travers and Trust after honing his craft from decades of session work among the highly competitive mean streets and studios of London’s Soho. Through his powerful, precise drumming and charismatic stage presence, the long-serving drummer became a metal icon, pivotal in shaping Iron Maiden’s dynamic sound.
With trademark humour and heart Nicko takes us behind the scenes of one of Britain’s biggest ever bands. Experience the highs and lows of his illustrious career on the road, in the studio and being ‘Mr Iron Maiden’ to the worldwide legion of fans!
This is the story of what it feels like to remain not just relevant but more loved than ever after decades at the top, and to live a life transformed by music, brotherhood, and belief.
Packed with unforgettable moments, backstage stories, laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and raw honesty, Hello Boys and Girls! is more than a rock memoir, it’s a front-row seat to one of heavy metal’s greatest lives.
Nicko comments: “I’m very excited and honoured to be working with the wonderful HarperNonFiction Team on my very own book full of lots of fun stories, anecdotes and of course my incredible experiences with some of the greatest musicians and performers from the 70s, 80s and beyond! I am blessed to be able to finally share my path to where I am today, in my own words, with the world.”
You can pre-order Hello Boys and Girls! here.
In other Maiden news, the world premiere of the official documentary Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition took place on Tuesday night, May 5, at Cineworld Leicester Square in London. The high-profile event featured a red-carpet recap and interviews with fans and members of Iron Maiden, hosted by former Headbangers Ball presenter Vanessa Warwick.
In addition to the band members themselves, the documentary features on-camera commentary from notable admirers such as actor Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich of Metallica, and Chuck D of Public Enemy, who each discuss the group’s massive influence on global music and culture.
The project was directed by Malcolm Venville and produced by Dominic Freeman. According to an official press release, the “electrifying film offers an intimate look at [Maiden‘s] uncompromising vision and unwavering connection with their global army of fans,” as it follows their “remarkable five‑decade journey”.
The film’s key art was created by Spanish illustrator Alberto “Akirant” Quirantes. This follows his previous collaboration with the band on the Iron Maiden 50th-anniversary coin for the Royal Mint, which was issued in 2025 to mark the band’s half-century milestone.
The documentary arrives as Iron Maiden continues the “Run For Your Lives” world tour. This two-year trek recently included a homecoming show at London Stadium, located just a short distance from the band’s East London roots. As part of the 2026 schedule, which includes more than 50 shows worldwide, the band will host a special celebration called EddFest at Knebworth Park on July 11.
