August 30th 2010
Ijzersterke show op Popelucht!
Up The Irons wil iedereen bedanken op Popelucht voor het harde
meezingen en schreeuwen. De crew heeft bij het afbreken nog
wat stembanden gevonden op het podium, dus wie ze kwijt is...?
Een zeer speciale dank aan de hele organisatie van Stichting
Popel! Jullie hebben een geweldig festival! Het was de eerste
show voor de nieuwe bandleden Leon Hermans (gitaar) en Roel
van Helden (Drums) en het was letterlijk vuurwerk! Mensen van
Etten-Leur allemaal bedankt voor de warme ontvangst en het vuurwerk
(meer dan ooit) was voor jullie.
Up The Irons komt heel snel weer terug naar Etten-Leur...dat
beloven we bij deze!
Scream for yourself Etten-Leur!!!!
august 28th 2010
BREAKING NEWS
Robert Spaninks leaves Up The Irons. Robert is one of the founding members of Up The Irons. He has been a trademark for the band, with his unique syle of Maiden playing, fans always saw him as a second Nicko mc Brain. Not only his performance, but also the way his drumkit was setup, he was an Iron Maiden tribute player pur sang. Robert would like to make the following statement:
"First of all I would like to thank all the fans that really gave it all, every show, they made me feel so welcome. Second my band mates with whom i've travelled, laughed, boozed and played the most increddible gigs. Last but certainly not least the crew and especially Maarten and Bas, who took care of my tubs! I'm glad I had the privillege to work with you guys.
Right now I will be totally focussing myself on my new band called SeriouS. A brand new band that really kicks ass! After 11 years of playing maiden covers, i'm ready to explore myself into a new world, with new bandmates, new music and a different professional approach. Check us out on www.seriousofficial.com
The first to live dates are confirmed. We are going to support My Favorite Scar, october 30th 2010 de Spot
Middelburg (Zld) and november 27th De Baroeg Rotterdam (ZH). I hope to see you all there!
At last I would like to say, I find it a real drag that I'm not able to play a farewell show. Not only for myself, but in the first place for the fans and crew. I don't want to put out any details, but lets set this straight, Up The Irons will never be the same. I would like to point out a big thumbs up to Jack and the rest of Popel! They gave the band their first opportunity/gig, and never lost sight. Tomorrow they have their 25th anniversary, and we were to headline this party. I will never forget that!
I wish the band and crew members all the best!
Robert 28-8-2010
august 27th 2010
Two Up The Irons Roadies leave the band
We are sad to announce that guitar tech Hans van Velzen and our lighting tech Helmo Brans have left the Up The Irons crew.
Hans wants to have more time for his study and is a professional custom guitar builder. Check his business out at www.jamv.nl
Helmo wants to have more sparetime and is busy with his photography business. Check him out at moandmoi-fotografie
The band and crew lose two dedicated crew members and we would like to thank the boys for their professional way of working, their humor and unforgettable memories!
Up The Irons has got TWO new guitarplayers!
The auditions went very well and we'd like to thank everyone who pariticipated! Leon Hermans and Paul Marcelis are going to be the new guys in the band and are ready to rock! They came in very self confident and prepared and there immediately was a click. They auditioned both at the same time (they're friends!), so how cool can this be!!!
We are preparing the new setlist as we speak, and are ready to rock your socks off after the summer break. We've got a lot of cool gigs comin'up and will be ready to serve you the best maiden tribute gig you've ever witnessed!
Band and crew want to take this opportunity to welcome Leon and Paul, but they also have to say something to you!
Leon Hermans
'As a big Iron Maiden fan, I am very proud to be a part of UP THE IRONS now and I'm looking forward to hit te stage with this great band.
Together with Paul Marcelis, I greet all the fans of UP THE IRONS and will be glad to see you on the road! Leon'
Paul Marcelis
"With Up The Irons being the Iron Maiden tribute, I am really excited to be joining this great band along with Leon Hermans, who already is my accomplice in making some shredding heavy metal! We're coming to get you!"
Slagharen show cancelled
Unfortunately Up The Irons has to cancel tonights show (July 7th )@ Slagharen, due to unforseen circumstances. We appologize for any inconveniance. We'll see you all after the summer break with our two new guitarplayers!
Iron Maiden coverband Somewhere on stage will fill the spot for us, thanx guys! Enjoy!
Maiden Day
Big news, as part of their 10th anniversary tour, Up The Irons will headline all the "Maiden Day" events. All money that will be raised on these gigs will go directly into the Clive Burr MS Trust fund!
Check out www.maidenday.nl for more info!
Up The Irons says farewell to Ronald Martens
Saturday April 17th, we said goodby to Ronald Martens. A couple of months ago Ronald decided to leave the band. He's one of the guys that started this whole ride, after 10 years his time had come to relax and enjoy his family and weekends off.
We all knew that the Dijkrock festival was the perfect gig for Ronald to do his last gig with Up The Irons. The set went very well, the band played one of their best shows and the fans really gave it all! We had a couple of "special" encores, but due to the timeschedule there was only time to play Run To The Hills. Robert did a little speach and the crowd agreed to give it all for the last f*king time! Ronald played as if it was his last... and it was! The crew came on stage all dressed up as Eddies and surprised Ronald with 10 kilos of shredded paper...
After the show the band had arranged a big cake for Ronald, in Up The Irons style and we had a couple of drinks.
Band, Crew and Management would like to thank the Dijkrock organisation for the superb organisation, Ronald for his 10 years of dedication to the band and the fans for their absolute unbelievable support!!
We wish Ronald all the best in the near future... and remember... Good i'm with you... Hope i'm with you all night!
First 10th Anniversary Shows Big Succes
The first shows of the 10th Anniversary tour were a big (sold out) succes. Up The Irons started it off with a memorable apperance @ Tavenu, Waalwijk. The band invited special guests Ruud Jolie (Within Temptation), Martijn Balsters (ex Up The Irons / The Dust Connection) and ex Up The Irons vocalist Sascha Burchardt to the stage, the crowd went MAD!
The band wishes to thank the special guests and everyone @ Tavenu, but most of all... All you crazy fans who attended the gig. You really made us proud.
Up The Irons Italy Tour
The Irons wishes to thank all of you who participated
in the Iron Maiden World convention in Italy. We had a great
time in Pescara and Milan. Also great to meet Dennis Stratton.
Cheers from The Clairvoyants(ITA) - 667(GER) - Up The Irons(HOL)
and Dennis Stratton @ Alcatraz, Milano
