Bruce Dickinson Talks The Mandrake Project Comic Series Coming From Z2 Alongside Solo Album
Z2 Comics recently released the debut issue of their exciting collaboration with rock & roll frontman Bruce Dickinson, an original comic series tied to his upcoming solo album, The Mandrake Project. This 12-issue limited series, titled Bruce Dickinson’s The Mandrake Project, is an epic saga of opposing forces vying for control of immortality through the powers of science and magic.
Bruce Dickinson has been developing the story for over a decade, and he brings it to life through his creative partnership with a team of renowned creators. The comic series features a script by Tony Lee (known for his work on Doctor Who, Marvel, and DC), art by Staz Johnson (Marvel, DC), lettering by Troy Peteri (Amazing Spider-Man, Witchblade), coloring by Gabo (DC, Image), and covers by multiple Eisner-winner Bill Sienkiewicz (Moon Knight, New Mutants).
The series is edited by Eisner and Harvey-winner Rantz A. Hoseley. The first taste of The Mandrake Project came with the release of the single “Afterglow of Ragnarok” on December 1. The Mandrake Project events will continue with a comic preview included in the special deluxe CD version of the album, accompanied by promotional appearances for the comic series and extensive worldwide touring throughout 2025.
Our good friend Matt Quiggins, co-host of the DrumQuig podcast, spoke with Dickinson about his new venture into comics, how the idea came to life, and a mixed bag of questions we had for the rock legend. Check out the full interview below and be sure to head to Z2 Comics’ official site to get your hands on The Mandrake Project #1.
Also, be sure to check out our good friends at the DrumQuig podcast as the father-son duo of Matt and Troy explore all avenues of music with drumsticks in hand!
