The powerhouse musician behind legendary heavy metal band, Iron Maiden, will perform in Nassau with his sideline band, British Lion, marking the first time the Platinum album selling artist has taken the stage in The Bahamas.
Iron Maiden is one of the biggest heavy metal bands in the world, having released 41 albums and sold more than 130 million copies worldwide. Formed by bass player, Steve Harris, the band became pioneers of British heavy metal with songs like Run To The Hills, Phantom of the Opera, Hallowed Be Thy Name, Wasted Years and The Trooper. The band also has a long connection to The Bahamas, having recorded three consecutive albums at the legendary Compass Point Studios after first coming to Nassau in 1983. Iron Maiden later returned to record The Final Frontier at Compass Point in 2010, the last major album recorded at the iconic studio.
Harris’ experience recording in Nassau led him to make The Bahamas his home, where he has lived when not touring for 15 years.
Now, Harris is bringing British Lion to perform at John Watling’s Distillery on the historic Buena Vista Estate — the first time he has performed live in The Bahamas.
Event organiser, Sean Nottage, a long-time friend of Harris, said the band was inspired to perform at the venue following a previous concert there by Spanish rock band, Los Labios. He said they had long discussed hosting a concert in The Bahamas, and the Buena Vista estate provided the perfect setting for an intimate performance and a new concert experience for Bahamian audiences.
“Steve Harris has played in major stadiums and festivals around the world, so performing up close with the audience gives him a real charge,” said Mr Nottage. “I think this could be a watershed moment. If it leads to more gigs like this, it could help expand the range of live music concerts available in The Bahamas.
“Here is a chance to experience something you don’t often get to see — live acts of this kind — and to be part of something fresh.”
Pepin Argamasilla, managing partner at John Watling’s Distillery, welcomed the opportunity to expand Bahamian musical offerings.
“We are delighted to welcome Steve Harris and British Lion — it is a rare opportunity to see a major international artist perform here in The Bahamas,” he said. “As a tourism destination, it is important to explore new avenues, and hosting a concert at the Buena Vista Estate, especially with such talented artists, is a great way to expand our horizons.”
The concert coincides with the 2026 Monsters of Rock Cruise, a five-day voyage featuring several major hard rock and heavy metal artists, including British Lion.
Support for the concert has also come from the British High Commission, the U.S. Embassy and the South African Consulate, among others. Radio station Y98 host AC Coakley will also be giving airtime to British Lion music ahead of the concert.
With overseas interest from concertgoers, Margaritaville has made a number of rooms available to accommodate visiting fans.
The concert will also feature an Iron Maiden reunion of sorts, with former band member Tony Moore bringing his band Tony Moore’s Awake as the support act, described as “as if Pink Floyd, Genesis and The Moody Blues had a child”.
The concert will take place on April 8, with doors opening at 6:30pm. Depending on ticket sales, a second performance may be added for April 9, which will also serve as an alternative date in case of adverse weather.
Tickets cost $55, with an optional $30 open bar package + 10% VAT
To purchase tickets, visit
www.britishlionuk.com or www.johnwatlings.com/britishlion
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