Quoted from wolfy:They are just not that big in the US.
Iron Maiden is still big in the states selling out arenas. The issue in the States is that Maiden was never given airplay in the States and that holds true today! I am not a big fan of Maiden but after seeing how well Metallica did I would think Maiden would be a big seller as well! However, I think with Stern acquiring the rights to KISS that Maiden is not in the immediate future if at all!
With all the artwork over the years there is a lot to work with a Maiden machine! Whether you're a fan or not you have to admit Maiden would have a lot of potential. Eddie as a bash toy!??!