Geoff Tate, the former frontman of American progressive metal outfit Queensrÿche, will release his new solo album “Operation: Mindcrime III” on May 3, 2026. It was produced by Disturbed bassist John Moyer, who’s also a regular in Tate’s touring band.
The album is currently being mixed at Trident Studios (Pacheco, California).
Tate will unveil the first single from “Operation: Mindcrime III”, titled Power, on March 20, 2026. Check out the promo teaser below. It runs half a minute and ties in with the upcoming studio album from the legendary singer.
You’ll also find the new album’s cover art at the bottom of this news piece!
The man himself recently sat down for an interview with Canadian music outlet The Metal Voice, giving a few more details on why he decided to go ahead with “Operation: Mindcrime III”. Check it out below (video).
Tate recently announced the dates for his extensive farewell tour, “Operation: Mindcrime – The Final Chapter”. As part of it, he’ll be stopping in Ljubljana on April 14, 2026, at Orto bar (alongside Masterplan and Inner Vitriol). On this tour, Tate and his touring band play Queensryche’s “Operation Mindcrime” album, released way back in 1988, in its entirety. More info about the Ljubljana show is available HERE!
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