The legendary guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen today releases his brand-new album, ‘Tokyo Live’ via Music Theories Recordings. The album is a celebration of his illustrious 40-year career and a real snapshot of a moment in time, forever now documented for future fans and aspiring guitarists to witness the majestic and one of a kind technique of one of the true greats. The album is now available to stream or order HERE.
To mark the occasion, he has revealed the live video Relentless Fury, taken from his 2021 album, Parabellum. Showcasing why he has been such an enduring and unique talent that is still constantly evolving and is at the top of his game.
The concert was recorded at the Zepp DiverCity, Tokyo on May 11th, 2024, as part of his 40th Anniversary World Tour. Calling upon an enormous catalogue of material, Malmsteen shredded his way through a furious set, backed by a mountainous Marshall stack wall. Talking about the live experience, Malmsteen adds, “Playing live in front of people is really what it’s all about. It’s exciting and dangerous because you have to take risks and there’s no fixing afterwards.”
Talking about Tokyo Live on the day of its release he says, “Playing live is where the magic is, it’s exciting and dangerous. I interact with the audience and I take chances, completely jumping over a cliff, and when it falls into place it’s the most amazing thrill. This show is a great snapshot and exudes spontaneity and unique musical moments. Enjoy!”
Previous to Relentless Fury, he had already revealed the live videos for No Rest for the Wicked and Top Down, Foot Down to give fans a taste of what they can expect from the record.
The name of Yngwie Malmsteen has always stood for uncompromising excellence. In a career that now spans more than 40 years he has proven himself to be a unique artist. You can try to categorise him in any way you wish. But the manner in which this supreme Swedish craftsman has continually developed his music makes Malmsteen sublimely transcend any definition you attempt to impose.
He now has a catalogue of 22 solo studio albums, each of which has much to commend. Malmsteen’s artistry has always clearly incorporated a healthy virtuosity, but his talent goes well beyond a comprehensive control of the guitar. The man is a fine composer and, on recent releases, has also showcased a strong vocal presence and now, with only this fifth live release, it captures four decades of relentless fury and blissful artistry of one of the true greats.
