IRON MAIDEN frontman Bruce Dickinson is nearing the end of the recording process for his next solo album, with vocal work now being wrapped up at Dave Grohl’s Studio 606 in Northridge, California.
The update surfaced via acclaimed hard rock vocalist Jeff Scott Soto (TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, Yngwie Malmsteen, TALISMAN), who shared a photo from Studio 606 after unexpectedly catching Dickinson in the middle of final vocal sessions. In his post, Soto wrote: “How lucky am I? I went to say hello to my dear friend Mistheria who I worked with on his VIVALDI METAL PROJECT and of course is part of Bruce Dickinson‘s solo endeavors these days.
“Arrived at Dave Grohl‘s studio right as Bruce was doing some final vocals to his new album. He finished and came out to chat/hang a little but then asked if I wanted to hear a few of the songs…umm, YEA!!
“I must say besides the fact that he is still singing at the top of his game, the songs, performances, and the overall vibe I got from all was beyond impressive, I think this outing will be one of his strongest ever outside of the MAIDEN camp.
“To add frosting on the cake, I got to try a prototype for a new Trooper beer, this one is a nice IPA which I’m normally not a fan of, but this was really good, it’s not out yet so I feel pretty lucky to have tried it before the rest of the world haha”.
While Dickinson has not yet revealed an official title or tracklist, the upcoming release will mark his next solo studio album following The Mandrake Project, which arrived in March 2024 via BMG. Fans shouldn’t expect a quick turnaround, however, as the new LP is not expected to be released before 2027.
As with The Mandrake Project, Dickinson is once again working closely with his longtime collaborator Roy “Z” Ramirez, who serves as co-writer and producer. That album was largely recorded at Los Angeles’ Doom Room, with Roy Z also handling guitar and bass duties. The lineup was completed by keyboardist Mistheria and drummer Dave Moreno, both of whom previously appeared on Dickinson’s 2005 solo album “Tyranny Of Souls.”
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