Peter Gabriel Unveils New Song "Put the Bucket Down" as Second Single from Upcoming Album 'o/i'
In a recent move, iconic singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel has shared his latest single, "Put the Bucket Down," which is part of his upcoming album 'o/i'. The song marks the second release in Gabriel's ongoing series, with a new track to be unveiled every full moon until the album's release in 2026.
As with his previous project, i/o, released in 2023, Gabriel will continue to share music from 'o/i' at regular intervals. This unique approach allows listeners to experience the evolution of his musical vision over time.
The title "Put the Bucket Down" refers to clearing away mental clutter, or "the crap that goes around our head all the time". Gabriel explained that the song's central theme revolves around questioning one's own thoughts and identity - whether one is truly in control of their mind or being influenced by external factors. This introspective perspective has led to a mesmerizing composition featuring a repetitive loop that builds into a full-fledged rhythm.
The Bright-Side Mix of "Put the Bucket Down" was produced by Mark "Spike" Stent, while the Dark Side version will be handled by Tchad Blake at the next full moon release. The album 'o/i' is envisioned to explore themes of change and the intersection of technology and humanity, as Gabriel sees artists playing a crucial role in reflecting on these emerging trends.
Gabriel previously described his work on i/o as an exploration of thoughts and feelings, with a focus on navigating the future's uncertainties. Now, with "Put the Bucket Down" offering a glimpse into 'o/i', fans can anticipate another thought-provoking release from this visionary artist.
In a recent move, iconic singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel has shared his latest single, "Put the Bucket Down," which is part of his upcoming album 'o/i'. The song marks the second release in Gabriel's ongoing series, with a new track to be unveiled every full moon until the album's release in 2026.
As with his previous project, i/o, released in 2023, Gabriel will continue to share music from 'o/i' at regular intervals. This unique approach allows listeners to experience the evolution of his musical vision over time.
The title "Put the Bucket Down" refers to clearing away mental clutter, or "the crap that goes around our head all the time". Gabriel explained that the song's central theme revolves around questioning one's own thoughts and identity - whether one is truly in control of their mind or being influenced by external factors. This introspective perspective has led to a mesmerizing composition featuring a repetitive loop that builds into a full-fledged rhythm.
The Bright-Side Mix of "Put the Bucket Down" was produced by Mark "Spike" Stent, while the Dark Side version will be handled by Tchad Blake at the next full moon release. The album 'o/i' is envisioned to explore themes of change and the intersection of technology and humanity, as Gabriel sees artists playing a crucial role in reflecting on these emerging trends.
Gabriel previously described his work on i/o as an exploration of thoughts and feelings, with a focus on navigating the future's uncertainties. Now, with "Put the Bucket Down" offering a glimpse into 'o/i', fans can anticipate another thought-provoking release from this visionary artist.
the way he explores the theme of questioning ones own thoughts and identity is so relatable 
anyway, the music itself is mesmerizing and the production quality is top-notch 
cant wait to hear more from this album "o/i" in 2026 
, just cuz Peter Gabriel shares his new song doesn't mean it's gonna be fire 
... i mean, how many times can we hear a repetitive loop build into a rhythm before it gets old? 
. Can't wait to see what Gabriel comes up with next – this "o/i" album is shaping up to be something special 
It's like he's tapping into our collective consciousness, you know? The way the song builds up, it's like he's trying to peel away all the layers of our minds and get to the truth. I'm intrigued by his exploration of technology and humanity - it's like he's saying we gotta stay human in this digital age 
. And that Bright-Side Mix is giving me life! The Dark Side version, though? Not sure what to make of it yet... 
it sounds like he's just rehashing old ideas and trying to be profound again 
And what's with the whole "second single every full moon" thing? Just seems like a gimmick to me 
like he's trying to cling to relevance instead of making real music 
Anyway, I guess the fact that he's only sharing one new song per full moon makes up for his album dropping in 2026... yeah right 
. And the fact that there are two versions of the song - Bright-Side Mix and Dark Side version - it's like he's giving us different perspectives to consider 
. Sharing music at full moon intervals is so genius, it's like he's giving us little glimpses of what's to come 
. Can't wait to hear more from Peter Gabriel's upcoming album 'o/i' - this whole full moon release strategy is genius!
. The idea that the song is about clearing away mental clutter and questioning our thoughts is SO relatable 
anyway, can't wait for more! 
. Peter Gabriel is an incredible musician, no doubt, but do we really need some elaborate story behind each single? I mean, can't he just put out the album and let us interpret it ourselves?