Slash Will Release Seventh Solo Album Flying Blind
The legendary guitarist returns to original music on February 26, 2027.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Metal
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Slash will drop his seventh solo album, Flying Blind, on February 26, 2027. The project serves as the guitarist's first collection of all-new music since his 2022 album 4.
Why it matters
This release marks a return to original studio compositions for the musician following his 2024 blues covers project, Orgy of the Damned. The title track was chosen as the lead single due to its specific hook and melodic sensibilities.
Flying Blind marks the seventh solo project for Slash. It follows the 2022 release of his all-new music album 4 and the 2024 blues covers collection Orgy of the Damned.
The players
Slash
Slash is a world-renowned guitarist and songwriter best known as the lead guitarist of the rock band Guns N' Roses.
Myles Kennedy
Myles Kennedy is a prominent rock vocalist and guitarist who fronts the band Alter Bridge and frequently collaborates with Slash.
The details
The album was crafted alongside his band members Myles Kennedy, Todd Kerns, Brent Fitz, and Frank Sidoris. The title track riff was developed during a pre-production rehearsal session.
Timeline
Slash released the album 4 in 2022.
Slash released the blues covers collection Orgy of the Damned in 2024.
Flying Blind is scheduled for release on February 26, 2027.
The band will launch a world tour in April 2027.
Industry Dynamics
This album signals a shift back to studio-produced original compositions following recent explorations into genre-specific covers. It aligns with broader trends of legacy rock artists balancing touring cycles with frequent studio releases to maintain engagement in the streaming era.
Fans can look forward to the title track as the first single released ahead of the full album drop. The world tour starting in April 2027 will provide the primary opportunity to hear the new material performed live.
The takeaway
Slash continues to bridge the gap between his legendary classic rock roots and modern original compositions. Listeners should look for the lead single to gauge the melodic direction of this latest studio project.
What happens next
Slash and his band will begin a world tour in April 2027.
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