STRATOVARIUS / Higher Skies (2CDR)

◆Kawasaki Club Citta', Kanagawa, Japan 12th September 2009
Disc 1
01. Destiny
02. Hunting High And Low
03. Speed Of Light
04. The Kiss Of Judas
05. Deep Unknown
06. A Million Light Years Away
07. Legions
08. Winter Skies
09. Phoenix
10. Bass & Guitar Solo

Disc 2
01. Forever Is Today
02. Twilight Symphony
03. Higher We Go
04. Will My Soul Ever Rest In Peace?
05. Eagleheart
-encore-
06.Forever
07. Father Time
08. Black Diamond
09.ending

◇Personnel;
Timo Kotipelto (Vocal)
Lauri Porra (Bass)
Jens Johanson (Keyboards)
Jorg Michael (Drums) & Matias Kupiainen (Guitar)

This is a complete recording of Stratovarius's September 12th concert at Kawasaki Club Citta, from their 2009 Japan tour, captured in ultra-high-quality audience recording.

From the opening track "Destiny" to the encore ending "Black Diamond," the setlist is absolutely flawless. A major highlight of this tour was their first performance in Japan since Timo Tolkki's departure. New guitarist Matias Kupiainen delivers a performance that exceeds expectations. His incredibly difficult tapping and high-speed sweep picking in his solos demonstrate that he more than fills the void left by Timo Tolkki.

Having undergone numerous member changes, the current Stratovarius, comprised of highly skilled technicians, delivers a breathtaking performance backed by advanced techniques, a testament to their current strength. Enjoy this performance in the superb sound quality of Metal Hammer!