In his latest video update, AYREON / STAR ONE mastermind ARJEN LUCASSEN reveals the title of his upcoming solo album, as well as the poster created from the cover artwork, designed by artist extraordinaire Claudio Bergamin (watch here).

Entitled Lost In The New Real, the album will be released on April 23rd in Europe via InsideOut. The album artwork can be seen below.

Arjen recently announced that he was able to enlist the talents of legendary screen actor Rutger Hauer as the narrator on his forthcoming solo album.

“This is a dream come true,” says Arjen. “Rutger is not only one of my favorite actors, he also starred in my all-time favorite sci-fi movie, Blade Runner.”

Rutger also enjoyed the collaboration with Arjen, saying, "It was marvelous work, very creative.”

Arjen and Rutger talk about their collaboration in a short video clip posted at this location.

More info to follow soon.