Iron Maiden’s frontman Bruce Dickinson has announced an upcoming solo UK and European tour. The news follows the announcement of Dickinson’s newest solo single, “Afterglow Of Ragnarok.”
The track will be the first single from his upcoming solo album, The Mandrake Project, with this being his first solo project since 2005. Due for release on 1st December, Dickinson shared a teaser video to hype up his fans.
In a press release Dickinson said, “it was important to set the tone of the project with this track,” with him promising that it will be staying loyal to his rock roots.
He continued, “As befitting its title, it’s a heavy song and there’s a great big riff driving it…but there’s also a real melody in the chorus that displays the light and shade that the rest of the album brings… and just wait until you see the video!”
Afterglow of Ragnarok – The new single from Bruce’s ‘The Mandrake Project’!
Out 1st Dec and available to pre-order on Deluxe Gatefold 7″ Vinyl and pre-save on your favourite streaming platform – https://t.co/6wGZY9gkc3
The vinyl single includes the B-side ‘If Eternity Should… pic.twitter.com/9tCciiabAg
— Iron Maiden (@IronMaiden) November 6, 2023
The album, The Mandrake Project, will focus on the struggle that comes with power and establishing your identity, overlaid on a backdrop of science and the occult. The release date has not yet been confirmed, but fans can expect it to be available in 2024. When purchasing the album, fans will receive an accompanying comic book series that further explores the story of the album.
The comic book series will be a trilogy, focusing on “a dark, adult story of power, abuse and a struggle for identity, set against the backdrop of scientific and occult genius.”
Listen to Dickinson divulge more information on the project below, in which he shares that “it’s music but it’s also much much more,” with him revealing that it’s been in the works since 2014.
Dickinson has also announced a solo tour, set to begin in May 2024. He will be touring the UK and Europe. Tickets are available to purchase here.
Preorder the 7 inch vinyl edition of “Afterglow of Ragnarok” complete with comic book here.
18/05/2024 – Barrowland Ballroom – Glasgow
19/05/2024 – Manchester Academy – Manchester
21/05/2024 – Swansea Arena – Swansea
23/05/2024 – Rock City – Nottingham
24/05/2023 – O2 Forum Kentish Town – London
Stream Bruce Dickinson’s solo work here.
