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Linda McDonald
Also known as Brandy Castillo, Nikki McBurrain
Career
Active 1987 – present
Biography
About Linda McDonald
Linda McDonald is an American musician and the drummer and only remaining original member of The Iron Maidens, an all-female heavy metal band she co-founded in 2001 under the stage name Nikki McBurrain. She also co-founded Phantom Blue in 1987 and drummed for that all-female heavy metal band until their breakup in 2001. Born in Great Falls, Montana, in 1969, she has been active since 1987. She is of mixed-race descent, primarily Asian, with Japanese and Irish heritage. With brown hair, brown eyes, and a slim build, she has spent nearly four decades in music. She maintains an Instagram following of 14k.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1987-present (started around 18 years old; 39 years active)
- Birthplace
- Great Falls, Montana, United States
- Ethnicity
- Mixed-race (primarily Asian)
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Brown
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 14k (as of June 2026)
Frequently asked
How did Linda McDonald's career span two all-female metal bands?
She co-founded Phantom Blue in 1987 and drummed for them until their breakup in 2001, the same year she helped form The Iron Maidens, where she continues as the only original member.
What is Linda McDonald's stage name?
In The Iron Maidens, she performs under the stage name Nikki McBurrain.
How long has Linda McDonald been active in music?
She has been active since 1987, giving her nearly 39 years of experience as of 2026.
Did you know
- Linda McDonald is the sole remaining original member of The Iron Maidens, having been with the band since its 2001 formation.
- She is of mixed Asian descent, with Japanese and Irish roots.
- Her stage name with The Iron Maidens is Nikki McBurrain.
- She co-founded Phantom Blue in 1987, the same year she began her professional music career.
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