Andy Jackson’s New Solo Album out March 2024

Andy Jackson, renowned for his pivotal role in shaping the sound of Pink Floyd, returns with a fantastic new album. Following his previously celebrated works ‘Signal to Noise’ (2014), ‘3 Days at Sea’ (2016), and ‘Twelve Half Steps’ (2023), Jackson continues to innovate and captivate. His latest creation, ‘AI AJ’, delves into the compelling theme of artificial intelligence and its profound influence on our existence. True to Jackson’s reputation, this album emerges as another compelling, sonically superior production.

Andy told NPF, “The theme is one of an AI, self aware and its relationship with the human/listener. What I’ve been slightly oblique about is that the vocal itself is synthetic, an AI. I think that potentially no one would know if I didn’t tell them, it’s incredibly good. I do however make it start to ‘break’ as the story goes on and it starts to malfunction, think HAL in 2001.”

I just had the pleasure of listening to the album and must say it sounds fantastic and I love the concept of it. It is released by Cherry Red records on 29th March 2024 and explores the impact of artificial intelligence technology on our lives. It is the fourth solo album from Andy. Listen on Amazon Music.

Great sound as expected…

In addition to the normal CD version, you can experience the album with an included Blu-ray disc, offering an immersive 96 kHz / 24-bit 5.1 surround sound mix. The album has been garnering critical acclaim and featured in renowned publications such as Prog, Uncut, Mojo, Record Collector, alongside coverage in major national newspapers, European magazines, and through specialist radio. Additionally, the album is highlighted on various dedicated websites and fanzines including NPF.

The album ‘AI AJ’ not only promises to enthral listeners with its conceptual depth but also stands out with its exceptional audio quality. Included is a Blu-ray disc featuring a breath-taking 96 kHz / 24-bit 5.1 Surround Sound mix, elevating the listening experience to new heights. ‘AI AJ’ is poised to be one of the most distinctive and widely discussed progressive albums of the year.

Check out Andy Jackson’s official website where he goes more in depth about some of the songs on the album.

Album Track List:

Disc One (Normal CD Album):

1. Dataset – Singularity
2. 300 Seconds
3. For the Best
4. Pareidolia
5. Swim Like a Submarine
6. HHH Conflict
7. I Am but I Am Not
8. Dissolve
9. The Lifting of the Veil

Disc Two (High-Resolution 5.1 Surround Mix):

1. Dataset – Singularity
2. 300 Seconds
3. For the Best
4. Pareidolia
5. Swim Like a Submarine
6. HHH Conflict
7. I Am but I Am Not
8. Dissolve
9. The Lifting of the Veil

Andy Jackson’s Pink Floyd Projects

Andy Jackson is a sound and recording engineer and producer known for his long-term association with the rock band Pink Floyd. He began working with Pink Floyd in the late 1970s and has been involved in many of their studio recordings and live performances. Jackson’s role typically encompassed engineering and mixing, contributing to the distinctive sound of the band. He has been credited on several Pink Floyd albums, and his work with the band has earned him recognition in the music industry. Additionally, Jackson has also worked on solo projects of the band members, further cementing his connection with Pink Floyd and its individual members.

Andy Jackson has been involved in several Pink Floyd projects, primarily in sound engineering and mixing roles. Some of the notable projects include:

1. “The Wall” (1979): Andy Jackson worked as an assistant engineer on this iconic album.
2. “The Final Cut” (1983): He served as a recording engineer for this album.
3. “A Momentary Lapse of Reason” (1987): Jackson’s role expanded as he worked as a co-producer and engineer.
4. “Delicate Sound of Thunder” (1988): He was involved in this live double album, which documented the band’s successful tour.
5. “The Division Bell” (1994): Jackson was a sound engineer and co-producer for this album.
6. “Pulse” (1995): He worked on this live album, which captured performances from the “Division Bell” tour.
7. “The Endless River” (2014): Jackson was involved in the engineering and mixing of this album, which was based on unreleased material from “The Division Bell” sessions.

Apart from these, Andy Jackson has also been involved in the engineering and mixing of various reissues, compilations, and surround sound mixes for Pink Floyd. His work has been integral to the sound and production quality of Pink Floyd’s music, particularly in their later years.