Tokyo Live (Red Transparent Vinyl) [2LP]

The incomparable Yngwie Malmsteen is one of the greatest guitarists who ever lived. So when the opportunity arises to experience the maestro live, you're bound to listen. You can experience this fascinating spectacle on "Tokyo Live".

The concert was recorded on May 11, 2024 at the Zepp DiverCity in Tokyo as part of his 40-year world tour. Malmsteen drew on a huge catalog of material and shredded his way through a furious set, backed by a huge Marshall stack wall. Of the live experience, Malmsteen says: "Playing live in front of people is what it's really all about. It's exciting and dangerous because you have to take risks and there's no way to fix anything afterwards".

Malmsteen's breathtaking technique is the focus of the 100-minute concert, which is framed by exquisite musical accompaniment. The setlist traces Malmsteen's illustrious career, from "Hiroshima Mon Amour" and "Evil Eye" to his remarkable solo career with "Rising Force", "Far Beyond The Sun", ", "Arpeggios from Hell" and "Seventh Sign" to his latest material from 2021's "Parabellum" with "Wolves At The Door", "Relentless Fury", (Si Vis Pacem) Parabellum" and not forgetting rousing renditions of 'Paganini's 4th' and 'Smoke on the Water'."

The name Yngwie Malmsteen has always stood for uncompromising excellence. In a career that has now spanned over 40 years, he has proven that he is a unique artist. You can try to categorize him in any way you like. But the way this Swedish master has continuously developed his music makes Malmsteen eclipse any definition you try to impose on him.