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Iron Maiden Goes Phone-Free for Paris Show Filming
21 Jun
Summary
- Iron Maiden enforcing a phone-free standing area for Paris show filming.
- Yondr pouches will lock fan phones to ensure optimal filming experience.
- Band is celebrating 50th anniversary with tour focused on first nine albums.
Iron Maiden will enforce a phone-free standing area during their Paris show on Monday, June 22, at La Défense Arena. This performance is being filmed for their upcoming concert film, "Run For Your Lives Tour." The band announced this policy, utilizing Yondr pouches to secure fan devices.
Fans in the General Admission and standing areas will have their phones locked in Yondr pouches upon entry. These pouches will remain with the attendees throughout the night, with designated areas available for emergency phone use. Physical payment cards will be necessary for purchases.
The "Run For Your Lives" World Tour, launched in September 2024, commemorates Iron Maiden's 50th anniversary since forming in 1975. The tour's setlist highlights material from their initial nine studio albums and has been highly successful, grossing approximately $150.9 million.
The band has consistently advocated for phone-free concerts. This Paris filming marks a significant documentation of the tour. The European leg, including this Paris date, is part of an expanded global campaign that has already included North and South American, and Oceania dates.
