HELLOWEEN has announced the release of their new live album titled Live At Budokan, which is set to drop on December 13, 2024. This album captures their performance at the iconic Nippon Budokan stadium in Tokyo, Japan, offering fans over 2 hours of music.
While the German Power Metal band is working on a new studio album for 2025, they're treating fans to this live experience. Reigning Phoenix Music will release it in multiple formats: 2CD, triple vinyl, Blu-ray, and DVD.
Nippon Budokan: A Stage with History
The press release emphasizes the significance of the Nippon Budokan, describing it as "a venue rich in musical history, which has hosted countless legendary concerts (KISS, DEEP PURPLE, etc.)." Notably, HELLOWEEN is the first German band to record a live album at this prestigious venue.
High-Level Production
With 29 cameras capturing every moment, the production promises an immersive experience. The DVD and Blu-ray versions aim to make viewers feel "as if they were in the front row of the concert," according to RPM.
"Live At Budokan" Tracklist
The album will be available in a limited edition double CD with a luxurious embossed digipak. Here's the tracklist:
CD 1
- Orbit
- Skyfall
- Eagle Fly Free
- Mass Pollution
- Future World
- Power
- Save Us
- Kai's Medley
- Forever And One (Neverland)
CD 2
- Best Time
- Dr. Stein
- How Many Tears
- Keeper Of The Seven Keys
- Perfect Gentleman
- I Want Out
For more information about HELLOWEEN, visit their official website.