Lady Gaga's producer has claimed that her forthcoming album is “too previous” to talk about ahead of its release next year.

The album, entitled 'Born This Way', is the follow-up to 2009's 'The Fame' and 'The Fame Monster'.

Producer RedOne, who also worked on the star's debut, said the record was Lady Gaga's “freedom album”.

But when asked to reveal more details about the project the producer remained tight lipped.

"To be honest with you, I think that this album that she's making is too precious to talk about,” he told MTV News.

“When it comes out you'll hear and you'll make your choice. I think you're gonna love it. But I think it's too precious for me to talk about it. It's crazy."

'Born This Way' is due to be released early in 2011. The singer is currently on the latest North American leg of her Monster Ball tour.

(by Jason Gregory)