Metal Sticks
Modern Drummer

Metal Sticks

No. of episodes
15
Latest episode
2026-01-05

Where can you listen?

Nicko McBrain, the iconic drummer of Iron Maiden for 42 years, recently retired from touring, has teamed up with Modern Drummer CEO, David Frangioni to bring fans the Heavy Metal podcast they’ve been waiting for: Metal Sticks! Dedicated to interviewing iconic artists, educating drummers of all styles and genres, amplifying young talent, and showcasing Nicko’s archive of iconic gear & memorabilia, Metal Sticks aims to inspire all generations of Heavy Metal fans. While drummers will find invaluable tips and insight, all musicians and fans will be thrilled to watch the unpredictable and always entertaining antics of the legendary drummer. Built on the pillars of Inspiration, Access, and Heavy Metal history, Metal Sticks fuels the passion of the genre while letting fans into the world of Nicko & Modern Drummer.

Episodes

Questions & Answers

How many episodes are there of Metal Sticks?

There are 15 episodes avaiable of Metal Sticks.

What is Metal Sticks about?

We have categorized Metal Sticks as:

  • Music
  • Music Interviews

Where can you listen to Metal Sticks?

Metal Sticks is available, among others places, on:

  • Apple Podcasts
  • Podtail
  • Google Podcasts

When did Metal Sticks start?

The first episode of Metal Sticks that we have available was released 10 September 2025.

Who creates the podcast Metal Sticks?

Metal Sticks is produced and created by Modern Drummer.