The Waterboys frontman Mike Scott creates his latest work after becoming absorbed in the life and art of Hollywood actor Dennis Hopper. Multiple outlets report that Scott’s engagement began with a set of Hopper photographs and grew into a deeper exploration of the actor’s work and persona. According to the reports, Scott uses that material to shape a concept album rather than a collection of unrelated songs. The album is described as centered on Hopper, reflecting Scott’s sustained immersion in both Hopper’s public image and his artistic legacy. While the sources focus primarily on the inspiration process—how the photos lead to extended study and ultimately to the album’s concept—they do not provide additional specifics such as release dates, track listings, or production details. Overall, the coverage agrees that Scott’s new album is directly tied to Hopper and that the photography plays a key role in sparking the creative direction.