Former Iron Maiden front man to perform at The Public

Part of the Home of Metal weekender celebrations

A former Iron Maiden front man will be performing at The Public in West Bromwich as part of the Midlands’ Home of Metal weekender.

Blaze Bayley

Blaze Bayley

On Friday 2 September, Birmingham born Blaze Bayley, will be performing at the West Bromwich venue alongside legendary Wolfsbane guitarist Jase Edwards, in an incredible acoustic show.

Having started his career at the age of 21 with Wolfsbane in 1984, Blaze Bayley left to become the lead singer of British metal band Iron Maiden in 1994, performing on the albums, The X Factor, Virtual XI and Best of the Beast.

Following his departure from the band in 1999, Bayley continued to release his own music under the names of Blaze and Blaze Bayley, producing 6 studio albums to date and touring worldwide.

The special unplugged show at The Public will see the talented duo reunited, performing acoustic versions of hits from Iron Maiden, Wolfsbane and Blaze Bayley.  The informal and fun evening of entertainment will provide metal fans with an exclusive opportunity to meet the legendary musicians as they share their touring memories.

Support comes from Matt Tyler from Great Barr and Dudley’s Rich Sewell.

‘Blaze Bayley and Jase Edwards: The Incredible Acoustic Tour’ forms part of The Public’s Home of Metal weekender.  From 1 – 4 September visitors to the West Bromwich arts centre will be able to take part in a host of heavy metal themed workshops, see a collection of heavy metal films as well as a preview of the ‘Art of Noise’ exhibition featuring photography from local rock photographer Steve Gerrard.

Home of Metal is a celebration of the music that was born in the Black Country and Birmingham, a project created and produced by Capsule.  For the full season and detailed event information see homeofmetal.com.

Blaze Bayley and Jase Edwards perform at The Public on Friday 2 September.  Tickets are £8 advance and £10 on the door and are available from www.thepublic.com or by calling 0121 533 7161.  Doors open at 7.30pm and the show begins at 8pm.

For a full list of events at The Public call 0121 533 7161 or visit thepublic.com.