Legendary keyboardist Don Airey releases his highly anticipated new solo album today. ‘Pushed to the Edge’ is now available on digital, with physical formats CD, 2LP available April 11th in the UK.
Following the success of Deep Purple’s chart-topping album ‘=1’ and a global tour, Airey channels the same energy and masterful musicianship into his solowork. ‘Pushed to the Edge’ features an all-star lineup, including vocalists Carl Sentance (Nazareth) and Mitchel Emms (The Voice UK), guitarist Simon McBride (Deep Purple), drummer Jon Finnigan, and bassist Dave Marks.
‘Pushed to the Edge’ is a celebration of musical originality, recorded without relying on studio tricks, instead showcasing raw, dynamic performances. Airey’s unmistakable sound, intricate compositions, and the exceptional talents of his band bring the album to life in the best rock tradition.
Critics have already hailed the album as a standout work in classic rock.
“Powerful hard rock infused with classic elements – complex yet punchy.”
Metal Hammer
“Flying across the keys with lightning-fast fingers while never straying from the path of traditional classic rock.”
Classic Rock
“A true masterpiece celebrated by world-class musicians.”
Rock Hard
“Classic rock doesn’t get much more classic than this.”
Rock Hard
“Handcrafted rock at its finest.”
Break Out

Album Tracklisting (CD/2LP):
A
- Tell Me
- They Keep on Running
- Moon Rising
B
- Rock the Melody
- Flame in the Water
- Out of Focus
C
- Power of Change
- Girl from Highland Park
- Godz of War
D
- Edge of Reality
- Finnigan’s Awake