Bruce Dickinson and James Hetfield Face Off in Loudwire Birthday Boy Vote

Loudwire Nights, the nightly metal radio program hosted by Chuck Armstrong, has launched a fan vote to decide which metal frontman will headline a special birthday‑boy music block. The contest pits Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson, who turns 68 on August 7, against Metallica frontman James Hetfield, who celebrates his 63rd birthday on August 3. Listeners can vote throughout the week, with arguments for each singer aired on the show’s 8 p.m. hour from Monday to Wednesday. The final tally is announced on Friday, and the winning vocalist’s songs will be featured in a dedicated rock block on the program.

The promotion also encourages fans to tune in nightly at 7 p.m. Eastern Time via the Loudwire app or online streaming. The vote is part of a broader series of “Chuck’s Fight Club” battles that spotlight iconic metal performers.