Heavy Metal Urban Bassin' with Iron Maiden

Posted on July 20, 2010

On this day I had the pleasure of fishing with Adrian Smith from the monster metal band Iron Maiden. I picked him up from his hotel in downtown Toronto at around 1pm. We didn't have much time left in the day so Toronto Bassin' was our best option. As we drove to the boat ramp we had some time to talk. I apologized to him for not being too familiar with his albums because I grew up listening to Hip Hop, Adrian laughed and thought that was hilarious. I think this guy loved to fish and didn't really care what music I listened to. We continued to talk about different places and fishing experiences we've both had in the past. This dude was too cool and as real as it gets for someone of his celebrity status. Since meeting him I've been checking out their albums. It's really funny how fishing can open up doors like the types of music you listen to, lol!

#

As for fishing, we had a great day. Adrian caught four nice Largemouth one of which was just over four pounds and seven Smallmouth. I had him rigged with spinning gear with weightless creatures and Baby Slammers. He also caught a big Drum/Sheephead. Adrian really loved catching that Sheephead because of the stubborn fight it gave him. This made me realize we should appreciate those "other" species here in Canada. He caught the Largemouth on the edges of slop and docks and the Smallmouth and Drum off of break walls. It was amazing how fast he picked up the techniques I taught him. I guess all those years of guitar playing had helped his touch. After the day was done he said he would be coming back with his son to do some more fishing with me after his new album was completed. Can't to get out with Adrian again to do some more Heavy Metal Bassin'!

If you are interested in booking a trip check out my website www.fishcity.tv

Peace,

Taro Murata



Comments

Posted by John Fenton From Toronto on Aug 29, 2010

Taro, This is news to me! I play in a Toronto Blues rock band called automan.ca and we opened the Maiden show in Winnipeg MN June 30th. The whole Iron Maiden organization is amazing! I didn't realize Adrian enjoyed fishing or I would have arranged some "Blue Walleye" action in Winnipeg!

Posted by Jesse From Kelowna on Aug 11, 2010

Awesome... Love to see it when two unlikely worlds collide: Bass Fishing and Heavy Metal!

Posted by Perry Wong From Toronto on Jul 23, 2010

Great article Taro ... Im only two degrees of separation from Iron Maiden ... cool. Had a great time fishing with you last week Taro .. you are truely the BEST fishing guide in the GTA. Your passion for the sport and your genuine desire to help your clients to maximize their fishing pleasure is truely respectable and appreciated. Thank you for a wonderful day of fishing with the Master Fisherman Taro ... next time, bring Iron Maiden along for the day ... that would be great ... RUN TO THE HILLS ...

Write a Comment

Your Name *:

Your City *:

Your Comments *:

WFN Bloggers

Bio

Taro Murata

Passion best describes Taro Murata. Introduced to fishing at the age of 3 by his grandmother, Taro's love of fishing remains unchallenged!

Growing up in downtown Toronto, Taro had limited access to rural fishing experiences. Taro then began exploring and fishing every body of water that was accessible in downtown Toronto. He challenged the myth that good fishing was only found in northern locations. Taro's experiment of fishing urban waters quickly proved to be an overwhelming success! This philosophy of fishing urban waters even influenced where he went to university! Talk about passion!! He researched various universities that didn't meet his criteria of being next to a body of water until Taro chose Carlton University in Ottawa. His decision for going there?, "because it's located along the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal!" He quickly proved his theory correct once again. His enthusiasm and passion for fishing quickly spread across campus introducing the sport to a new generation.

After completing university, Taro found himself teaching English in Hong Kong. Surrounded by water, fishing was never far from his mind. It was during this time that Taro began to combine his love of fishing with his natural ability to teach. Taro's passion and energy transformed fishing into an art form! He wanted to spread the word that you could catch fish in urban waters! Taro has taken this philosophy all over the world; from monster Sea Bass in Hong Kong to Stripers in the Bronx!

Taro created Fish City TV to introduce urban fishing to the masses. He wants to share his wealth of knowledge with the hope that they too will be inspired! Like Taro always says, "get fish or die trying!"

-- Advertisement --