This special sold out event was organised as a farewell party for original Iron Maiden singer Paul Mario Day, at the conclusion of what may be his final visit to the UK having emigrated to Australia in 1986. It developed into a full blown celebration of the very early years …

A crowd funding page has been set up by the Cart And Horses to help raise £20,000 so former Iron Maiden vocalist Paul Di’Anno can have his delayed knee surgery. The page, which can be found at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/kastro-carthorses-2 says that “Paul waited for the past 5-6 years to get this surgery …

The Cart And Horses, in London’s East End, is the spiritual home of Iron Maiden. It is where the tentative first line-up of the band performed in early 1976 with Paul Mario Day on vocals. Until June 2019 The Cart was still supporting bands hosting live performances, but the planned re-opening following …

Legendary Iron Maiden crew member (1975-1986), lighting designer, pyromaniac and the original face of ‘Eddie’, Dave ‘Lights’ Beasley spoke to Andy Rawll for MetalTalk.Rocks about his time with the band at the special ‘Cart Day’ event earlier this year. Interview: Andy Rawll Video and Pictures: Steve Ritchie ‘Cart Day’ welcomed …