Guitar Pioneer on Instagram: "Iron Maiden performing “The Trooper” during the Brave New World Tour at Rock in Rio III, Cidade do Rock, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on January 19, 2001. Dave Murray in full shred command — fluid legato lines pouring out effortlessly, smooth, fast, and deadly precise. Dave Murray joined Iron Maiden in 1976 and has remained a constant presence through every era of the band, making him one of the longest-serving guitarists in heavy metal. He is best known for his smooth,