Perfect Circle confirms new album in the works during European tour, limited edition released
A Perfect Circle has been hard at work on new music following the release of their single “Starless” in late May. Guitarist Billy Howerdel confirmed this exciting news, revealing that the band has been actively creating material while on their European tour, which kicked off in early June in London.
In a recent radio interview, Howerdel mentioned that there is more music in the works for fans to look forward to. Although he did not provide a specific release date, he assured listeners that they are working diligently towards completing a new studio album. Balancing the demands of touring with the creative process can be challenging, as Howerdel admitted, “It’s hard to get solid things done when you’re out here.” However, he expressed optimism about the direction they are headed in, stating, “This is the first day I really slept. To get cracking on the new album, it’s gonna be… I need a couple more of these days to line up over the next tour.”
Established in 1999 by Howerdel and Maynard James Keenan, A Perfect Circle quickly gained recognition with the release of their debut album, “Mer De Noms,” which reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart in 2000. Hits like “Judith,” “3 Libras,” and “The Hollow” solidified their place in the rock music scene. Subsequent albums, including “Thirteenth Step” in 2003 and “eMOTIVe” in 2004, further showcased their versatility and musical prowess. Their most recent album, “Eat The Elephant,” was released in 2018 and debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200.
“Starless,” the band’s latest single, was recorded at Lankershim Ranch Studio in Studio City, California, with Josh Freese on drums. Howerdel took on the production duties, while Matty Green handled the mixing. To commemorate the release of “Starless,” a limited-edition seven-inch vinyl is available in various color variants and includes a custom etching of the band’s crescent logo on the B-side.
Fans of A Perfect Circle can look forward to more updates and announcements as the band continues to work on their highly anticipated new album. Stay tuned for more exciting news from one of rock music’s most innovative and dynamic groups.