GUITARHYTHM 8 TOUR "The Final in Budokan" [2Blu-ray+2CD] [Limited Complete Edition]

The "GUITARHYTHM" series, synonymous with and the origin of Tomoyasu Hotei. Released this April, the masterpiece "GUITARHYTHM VIII" with a glamorous and liberated New Wave flavor captivated not only fans but all music lovers. Carrying this album, the video of the additional performance for the nationwide tour of 24 venues and 28 shows, held on August 11 at Nippon Budokan, "GUITARHYTHM VIII TOUR 'The Final in Budokan'," is finally released. Starting with "Jump," the first track of the album, the concert features songs from the latest work such as "No More Killing," "Melancholic Jekyll," and "Finally," as well as many tracks from past "GUITARHYTHM" works including "GLORIOUS DAYS," "Isolation," and "FLY INTO YOUR DREAM." For the talked-about album track "Side by Side (feat. Char)," Char himself appears. The famous song "Stereocaster," their collaboration from 19 years ago, was also performed, leading to great excitement. Furthermore, the concert includes all 24 songs including encores such as "BE MY BABY," "Bambina," and "Dreamin'." Supported by the solid lineup of drummer Yamaki Hideo (joining the tour for the first time), Inoue Tomio (bass), Kuroda Akitoshi (guitar), Okuno Shinya (keyboard), and Kishi Toshiyuki (programming), the performance drew the audience into a whirlpool of enthusiasm and excitement, a truly "greatest rock'n'roll show in the universe." The latest HOTEI is the best HOTEI ever. A historic live performance that makes you feel that to the core. Both Blu-ray and DVD Limited Editions include a 2-disc live CD with all concert tracks. Furthermore, it includes footage from the memorable live "TOMOYASU HOTEI 'LIVE in EXPO 2025'" held on August 16 at EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai. A special one-night-only live performance that stood for peace, believing that each guitar sound and lyric line could resonate beyond borders and languages. Featuring an all-time setlist including "Thrill," "Goodbye to Youth," and "POISON," with a beautiful and overwhelming stage transforming from sunset to night. A precious live performance that even fans could rarely see, including 16 songs with encores. Comes in a slipcase box.

布袋寅泰の代名詞であり、原点でもある『GUITARHYTHM』シリーズ。今年4月にリリースし、New Waveの香りをまとった華やかで解き放たれた数々の楽曲が、ファンのみならず、すべての音楽ファンを魅了した大傑作『GUITARHYTHM VIII』。このアルバムを携え、全国24箇所28公演におよぶツアーの追加公演として行われた、8月11日 (月・祝)日本武道館での公演『GUITARHYTHM VIII TOUR "The Final in 武道館"』の映像がついに待望のリリース! アルバムの1曲目「Jump」から幕を開け、「No More Killing」「憂鬱なジキル」「Finally」など最新作からの楽曲はもちろん、「GLORIOUS DAYS」「Isolation」「FLY INTO YOUR DREAM」など過去の『GUITARHYTHM』作品からも多くの楽曲を披露。アルバムで話題となった「Side by Side (feat.Char)」では、Char本人が登場! 19年前にコラボした名曲「Stereocaster」も演奏し、大いに盛り上がりを見せた。さらに、「BE MY BABY」「バンビーナ」「Dreamin'」などなど、アンコール含めて余すところなく収録した全24曲! アルバムにも参加し、ツアー初参加となったドラマー山木秀夫をはじめとして、井上富雄 (ベース)、黒田晃年 (ギター)、奥野真哉 (キーボード)、岸利至 (プログラミング)というお馴染みの鉄壁メンバーが演奏を支え、会場を熱気と興奮の渦へと誘う、まさに"宇宙一のロックンロールショー"。最新のHOTEIが最高のHOTEI。その言葉をさらに更新したことを心の底から実感できる、歴史的ライブ! Blu-ray、DVDともに初回限定盤には、今回もライブ音源を全曲収録した2枚組LIVE CDを付属。さらに!!! 8月16日(土)EXPO 2025 大阪・関西万博にて行われた記念すべきライブ「TOMOYASU HOTEI "LIVE in EXPO 2025"」の映像も付属される。平和を願い、ギターの一音、歌の一節が国境や言葉を越えて響くことを信じて立った、一夜限りのスペシャルなライブ。初めてライブを体験する観衆も多い中、「スリル」「さらば青春の光」「POISON」など、オールタイムなセットリストに加え、日が落ち、夕景が夜へと変化していく中での美しくも圧巻のステージ。ファンでもなかなか観ることが叶わなかった貴重なライブを、アンコール含め全16曲収録! 三方背BOX仕様。