Glenn Hughes has announced that his upcoming album ‘Chosen’, set for release on September 5th, may mark the end of his solo career. This announcement came during a recent interview with Louder Sound.
The legendary bassist and vocalist explained his decision to potentially conclude his solo work. He cited the personal toll of creating individual albums.
“This may be the last Glenn Hughes solo album,” Hughes said. “It was suggested that I needed to do one for the label, I owed them an album. So I thought, ‘OK, if that’s the way it’s going to be’, and I wrapped my head around it.”
Hughes elaborated on his approach to solo recordings and their emotional impact on him.
“Solo albums, for me, are very personal,” he continued. “I like to make records when I have something to say. I don’t think about genres any more, I just think, ‘How is this going to sit with me?’”
The musician emphasized the demanding nature of his solo work. He left the door open for future possibilities.
“If I’ve got something else to say, then I’ll let you know, but I don’t know if I will have,” Hughes explained. “I’m not going to retire, but making a solo album tears me up. They’re so personal, they just do a number on me.”
“I can’t make plans,” he added. “If I make plans, God goes, ‘No way, pal, we’re not going to do that.’ If Chosen is the last album I make, it’s an epic way to finish. But then again, you never know with me.”
Hughes’ announcement comes at a significant point in his storied career. His career has spanned over five decades in rock music.
Wikipedia reported that Hughes joined Deep Purple in 1973 as bassist and vocalist. He replaced Roger Glover and Ian Gillan during the band’s Mark III era. His powerful voice and bass playing helped define the sound of classic albums like “Burn” and “Stormbringer.” This earned him the nickname “The Voice of Rock.”
The musician’s career achievements were formally recognized in 2016. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted Deep Purple that year. This honor cemented Hughes’ place in rock history alongside his former bandmates. It acknowledged his contributions to some of the most influential hard rock recordings of the 1970s.
Hughes has maintained an active presence in rock music through various projects beyond his Deep Purple legacy. Loudwire noted that he currently fronts the supergroup Black Country Communion alongside guitarist Joe Bonamassa. This demonstrates his continued relevance in contemporary rock music.
Hughes has also been open about his personal struggles and recovery journey. He has celebrated over 25 years of sobriety. His commitment to clean living has been a driving force behind his creative output. It has influenced his approach to making music in recent years.
The album ‘Chosen’ is scheduled for release on September 5th.
