In a recent interview with Kerrang!, Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain spoke about how the band's new documentary Burning Ambition addresses Bruce Dickinson's departure and the addition of Blaze Bayley as the band's frontman from 1994.

McBrain stated, “For Blaze to replace Bruce was very difficult.

Bruce was more soprano than baritone, which is what I think Blaze was, so there was an issue with the fans accepting him and we were playing the small theatres and played some clubs in Florida.

But here’s the thing: it never diminished the spirit of the band.

McBrain acknowledged that while some fans struggled to accept Blaze's vocals, the band never lost its essence, particularly due to Steve Harris' unwavering support for Bayley.

However, cracks began to appear in the lineup during the Virtual XI tour, ultimately leading to Bruce Dickinson's return and the end of the Bayley era.

Directed by Malcolm Venville, Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition charts the band's remarkable five-decade journey through interviews with prominent admirers like Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich, and Chuck D.

The documentary explores Iron Maiden's influence on music, culture, and generations of fans worldwide.

Formed in East London in 1975, Iron Maiden has grown into one of the world’s most influential rock bands, releasing 17 studio albums, selling over 100 million records, and performing almost 2,500 concerts across 64 countries.

The band is currently on its two-year Run For Your Lives world tour.

Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition will be in theaters for a limited time only starting May 7.