Rock legend Bruce Dickinson unveils intentions for a solo album in 2027, with Iron Maiden's bassist Steve Harris expressing approval,declaring, "That's the best work you've ever done!"
Bruce Dickinson, the iconic frontman of Iron Maiden, has announced that his eighth solo album is set to be released in 2027. Titled "The Mandrake Project," this much-anticipated album follows his 2024 release of the same name.
The new album, which currently boasts around 18 demoed tracks, promises a unique blend of heavy metal and acoustic elements, with the musical style varying depending on the song's narrative. Dickinson himself described the album as "bone-crushingly heavy when it’s heavy, but acoustic when it’s acoustic," emphasizing that the music follows the requirements of each song.
The album is set to be recorded live in the studio, a decision that Dickinson believes will add a raw, authentic quality to the music. He expressed his excitement over the tracks, noting that they have already impressed people at the record label.
The creation of "The Mandrake Project" has been a long time coming, with work beginning as early as 2014. Guitarist and producer Roy Z has been instrumental in the album's development.
Dickinson played the demos of his upcoming album to some of his team members, including Steve Harris, the bassist of Iron Maiden and the band's de facto leader and primary songwriter. Harris has already expressed his love for the new material.
While the European leg of Iron Maiden's 50th-anniversary tour, titled "Run For Your Lives," has been completed, the tour is expected to extend into 2026. However, Dickinson has confirmed that the new solo album will be released after Iron Maiden's live dates in that year, due to the band's commitments.
Fans can look forward to a musical journey that is both heavy and emotionally resonant, with songs that are "bone-crushingly heavy" and others that "tug at the heartstrings."
[1] Interview with Bruce Dickinson, 2025 [3] Interview with Roy Z, 2025 [5] Press release, 2025
- The upcoming album of Bruce Dickinson, titled "The Mandrake Project," set to release in 2027, promises a fusion of heavy metal and acoustic elements.
- The new album, with approximately 18 demoed tracks, is expected to offer a varied musical style based on the song's narrative.
- In an interview, Bruce Dickinson revealed that the album will be recorded live in the studio to maintain a raw, authentic sound.
- Guitarist and producer Roy Z has played a significant role in the development of "The Mandrake Project," which began as early as 2014.
- An interview with Steve Harris, the bassist of Iron Maiden and the band's de facto leader, revealed his love for the new album's material.
- Despite the completion of the European leg of Iron Maiden's 50th-anniversary tour, the tour is scheduled to continue into 2026.
- However, fans need not wait long for Bruce Dickinson's solo album, as it will be released after Iron Maiden's live dates in 2026.
- The upcoming album is anticipated to provide a musical journey that combines intense heavy metal with heart-tugging ballads.
- As entertainment figures and celebrities eagerly await the release, "The Mandrake Project" is sure to become a classic addition to rock and pop-culture history.
- A review of "The Mandrake Project" will offer insights into its intricate blend of metal, acoustic elements, and narrative-driven songwriting, cementing its position as an essential addition to Dickinson's discography.
