"Bruce Dickinson stated in 2018, 'Rock and roll music does not belong in a mausoleum in Cleveland.' He further criticized the Hall, saying, 'It's run by a bunch of sanctimonious bloody Americans who wouldn't know rock 'n' roll if it hit them in the face.'"
"Iron Maiden manager Ron Smallwood expressed gratitude for the induction, stating, 'We'd like to thank the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for including us... Iron Maiden have always been about our relationship with our fans above anything else.'"
"'It seems appropriate for the band to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year as we continue our 50th anniversary celebrations with our Run for Your Lives World Tour,' Smallwood added."
Iron Maiden was announced as an inductee for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2026. Singer Bruce Dickinson previously expressed disdain for the institution, stating he would refuse induction. He criticized the Hall as a mausoleum and called it a 'load of bollocks.' In contrast, Iron Maiden's manager expressed gratitude for the induction, emphasizing the band's focus on their fans over awards. The induction coincides with the band's 50th anniversary celebrations and their ongoing world tour.
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