18th Studio Album discussion
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Probably in the first months of 2026.
Kalata
Out of the Silent Planet
Next year, but when, we don't know. But we do know that he can record not all in once, although with his solo band we can't be sure if they'll record in parts. There's a timeframe for another solo tour, I like to think he'll prioritize a Maiden album. They will imo. Even if Maiden release it in the next two years, Bruce will want a good promotion for his again and not in the same year. So if Maiden release it in 2027, Bruce could release it in 2028 (but no solo tours in the next 2 years... not sure at all; Adrian and Steve are different, although who knows, to save some solos songs?) between the legs of a Maiden tour again, no time in 2026 unless it's announced later this year. 2026 for one, 2027 for the other. Beyond that, idk. Bruce probably won't do a solo tour without a new album to promote, like a Hits tour or a special History one, so let's see. The next two years are key.
I think that having the RFYL tour run until the end of 2026, there is no chance Bruce or Maiden release a new album in 26. Then if Maiden are to release a new album it will be in 27. Otherwise Bruce might release one in 27. Who knows. We have to wait for at least 2 more years for a new album, if that happens.
I think the RFYL Tour is planned to be one of the most spectacular in the band's history, if not the most spectacular tour people are talking about. In the press kit, they've stated Iron Maiden's going to play at some of the biggest venues in the band's history, so they tend to attract more people than usual. I think 2026 is the year the band plans to play even more dates in different territories around the world - probably in the second half of the year 'til the last weeks of December, with 55 - 58 shows combined. If the band is about to record and release their 18th studio album, they must enter the studio between March and June 2026 (after S/K solo dates and first IM shows). The new album should be released in 2027 (May or August) when the rising wave after the RFYL tour and documentary screenings is still significant.
IF there is a new album. They might just announce another history tour, like a "reunion tour" or another legacy-style tour. Nobody knows if they plan to release another album. Also, they might not care at all about the timings and just release an album, when they have good material.