Also in 1989 Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith leaves the band and is replaced by ex-Gillan guitarist Janick Gers who had most recently worked with Bruce Dickinson on his solo project. Ars Musica, an annual contemporary music international festival, founded The swing revival is generally agreed upon to have begun in 1989.
Also in 1989 Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith leaves the band and is replaced by ex-Gillan guitarist Janick Gers who had most recently worked with Bruce Dickinson on his solo project. Ars Musica, an annual contemporary music international festival, founded The swing reviva?l is generally agreed upon to have begun in 1989.