Oh boy, are you guys ready for the most epic news ever? 🤯 IRON MAIDEN is bringing their “Run For Your Lives” world tour to the States, and with it comes the first-ever Eddie’s Dive Bar experiences in the US! 🍺 Because, you know, what’s a metal concert without a few pints of beer to get you in the mood? 🍻 I mean, who needs personal space or a functioning liver when you can have a cold beer and some face-melting guitar riffs, right? 😂
The U.S. leg of the tour kicks off on September 5 in New Jersey, and fans can expect an unforgettable experience at these meetups, which are open to the public, regardless of whether you have a ticket to the show or not. Because, let’s be real, who needs a ticket to the actual concert when you can hang out with fellow MAIDEN fans and drink beer all day? 🤷♂️ I mean, it’s not like the band is going to play all their hits or anything… oh wait, they probably will.
For U.S. fans, these events will have something extra: the chance to try the new Trooper West Coast IPA, a limited-edition collaboration between IRON MAIDEN’s Trooper beer brand and IPA pioneer Lagunitas Brewing Company. Because, you know, the only thing better than a cold beer is a cold beer with a fancy label and a higher ABV. 🍺 Released in July, Trooper West Coast IPA is the first-ever West Coast IPA under the Trooper label, crafted with the newly discovered Krush hop variety. At 6.6% ABV, it’s like a punch in the face, but in a good way… or so I’ve heard.
The Beer Roadie: Because Who Needs a Normal Job, Anyway?
Enter Lara Mirinjian, IRON MAIDEN superfan and Lagunitas’ first-ever Beer Roadie. Because, you know, being a beer roadie is a real thing now, and I’m not sure if I should be impressed or concerned about the state of our economy. 🤔 Earlier this year, Lagunitas held a nationwide contest to find their first-ever Beer Roadie, a one-of-a-kind role created to celebrate the intersection of great beer, great music, and the communities that form around both. Lara stood out among hundreds of applicants to secure this paid position, earning the chance to help bring the Eddie’s Dive Bar experience to life around the country. I mean, who wouldn’t want to get paid to drink beer and talk about IRON MAIDEN all day? 🤩
Lara’s journey into metal and IRON MAIDEN began when her father passed away when she was 14, and her older brother started driving her to school, playing metal almost every day. Because, you know, there’s no better way to cope with grief than by listening to some good ol’ fashioned face-melting guitar riffs. 🤘 I mean, it’s not like she had a choice or anything, but hey, it worked out pretty well for her, right?
Eddie’s Dive Bar Dates and Venues: Because You Need to Plan Your Beer-Drinking Schedule
The Eddie’s Dive Bar dates and venues are as follows:
Sept. 5 – 6: Beer Authority, 300 W 40th St, New York City
Sept. 9: Banners Kitchen And Bar, 82 Causeway St, Boston
Sept. 11: Craftworx Taproom, 5615 Wellington Rd #101, Gainesville, VA
Sept. 12: Charlotte Beer Garden, 1300 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC
Sept. 15: JB Lovecraft’s, 225 N 2nd St, 3rd Floor, Harrisburg, PA
Sept. 17-20: Louder Than Life, on site at concert in Louisville, KY
Sept. 19: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Minneapolis, MN
Sept. 21-22: Reggie’s, 2105 S State St, Chicago
Sept. 25-27: Rainbow Bar & Grill, 9015 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
Sept. 29: The Friendly Spot, 943 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX
So, there you have it, folks. If you’re a fan of IRON MAIDEN, beer, or just want to hang out with some fellow metalheads and drink the day away, then Eddie’s Dive Bar is the place to be. Just don’t forget to bring your liver… or a designated driver. 🍺🚗 And if you see Lara, the Beer Roadie, be sure to say hi and ask her about her favorite IRON MAIDEN song. Just don’t ask her to pour you a beer, unless you want to wait in line for hours. 😂
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