{
  "id": 15944234,
  "title": "Iron Maiden Legend Nicko McBrain Turned Down Trump Golf Invite: “[He] Should Be Put in Jail”",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/iron-maiden-legend-nicko-mcbrain-turned-down-trump-golf-invite-he",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-21T20:05:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Consequence",
    "slug": "consequence",
    "url": "https://consequence.net/2026/10/iron-maiden-nicko-mcbrain-turned-down-trump-golf-invite/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Renowned Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain recently declined a golf invitation from former President Donald Trump, revealing his stance in a new interview with The Telegraph. McBrain, who is currently promoting his upcoming memoir, Hello Boys and Girls!, explained that he was approached by an associate of the president to join them for a round of golf. However, the drummer quickly expressed his refusal, stating, \"You fucking what?\" McBrain, known for his musical prowess, is not politically inclined and openly criticized Trump's behavior. He highlighted his disappointment with the narcissism surrounding Trump, as well as the controversy surrounding the Epstein files and Iran. Furthermore, McBrain expressed his belief that Pete Hegseth, a close associate of Trump, should face legal consequences. In his upcoming autobiography, set to release on November 10th, McBrain will delve into his journey from his humble beginnings in working-class North London to becoming a member of one of the best bands of all time. Meanwhile, Iron Maiden has announced a Spring 2027 North American tour, which will feature support from Bullet for My Valentine and The Raven Age.",
  "summary": "The drummer offered a sharp rebuke of the US president and his policies. Iron Maiden Legend Nicko McBrain Turned Down Trump Golf Invite: “[He] Should Be Put in Jail” Langdon Hickman",
  "key_points": [
    "Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain declined Trump's golf invitation.",
    "McBrain criticized Trump's narcissism and controversial behavior.",
    "McBrain's upcoming memoir, Hello Boys and Girls!, releases November 10th."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Variety",
        "title": "Iron Maiden’s Nicko McBrain Rejected an Invite to Golf With Trump, Says He Should Be ‘Put in Jail’: ‘I’m Not Amused by the Narcissism’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/iron-maidens-nicko-mcbrain-rejected-an-invite-to-golf-with-trump-says",
        "published": "2026-10-22T00:17:19.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}