MARTY FRIEDMAN announces return to European stages after 12 Years
10-11-2026
Right after celebrating his upcoming Latin American shows with his latest single “2 Rebeldes (Spanish Vocal)”, the enigmatic guitar legend and Japanese pop culture phenomenon Marty Friedman finally announces his return to European and UK stages in April 2027.
Soon, a 12-year absence will finally be over, when Marty makes his long-awaited return in peak shape to bring the unique musical vision he recorded with “Drama” to life in its most irresistible and addictive form: as spectacular live performances that will see his guitars whisper, scream, weep and rejoice for his loyal fans and all guitar aficionados that decide to come along for the ride. With this stage-proven band of passionate performers, one thing is certain – European audiences will immerse themselves in an inspiring, uplifting musical experience that will stay with them forever or as Marty himself puts it: “The EU/UK ‘Live Drama in Europe’ tour is a must-see for music fans of all ages and types, as well as the most discriminating grade of guitar lovers. Prepare to find out how much fun a little ‘Drama’ can be.”
“Live Drama in Europe 2027” Tour
April 4 – Zoetermeer, NL – Boerderij
April 5 – Paris, FR – Petit Bain
April 6 – London, UK – Underworld
April 8 – Aschaffenburg, GER – Colos-Saal
April 9 – Zurich, CH – Plaza
April 10 – Milan, IT – Legend Club
April 13 – Athens, GR – Kyttaro
April 14 – Thessaloniki, GR – Eightball Club
April 15 – Sofia, BG – Vidas Art Arena
April 16 – Bucharest, RO – Quantic Club
April 18 – Zlin, CZ – Master Rock Café
April 19 – Budapest, HU – Durer Kert
April 20 – Krakow, PL – Hype Park
April 22 – Ankara, TR – Soldout Ankara
April 23 – Istanbul, TR – If Besiktas
Don’t forget to secure your ticket here.
Marty Friedman has shared a new single yesterday, “2 Rebeldes (Spanish Vocal)”, taken from his latest solo album “Drama”, that was released in May 2024, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Watch “2 Rebeldes (Spanish Vocal)” below.
Marty commented on the new single: “‘2 Rebeldes’ is my love letter to all the Latin countries around the world. Each one has unique warm memories for me, but they share a common language, so I did a Spanish vocal song for everyone. Hal-Ca from ASTERISM will be singing this song with me on my Latin American tour. When I think of a Japanese girl singing a song in Spanish written by an American dude in so many Latin countries, it makes me smile and think, ‘Yeah, this is something Marty would do…'”
Watch the previously released “A Prayer” ,“Song For An Eternal Child”, “Dead Of Winter” and“Illumination” below.
“Drama” was recorded in Italy.
“Drama” track listing:
01. Illumination
02. Song For An Eternal Child
03. Triumph (Official Version)
04. Thrill City
05. Deep End
06. Dead Of Winter
07. Mirage
08. A Prayer
09. Acapella
10. Tearful Confession
11. Icicles
12. 2 Rebeldes (Dead Of Winter)(Spanish version)
12. Mirage (Guitar Karaoke Version) (bonus track Japan)
Recording lineup:
Marty Friedman – Guitar
Wakazaemon – Bass
Gregg Bissonette – Drums
Mika Maruki – Piano, Keyboard & Synth
Hiyori Okuda – Cello
Miho Chigyo – Violin
Vocals on “Dead Of Winter”: Chris Brooks (LIKE A STORM)
Vocals on “2 Rebeldes”: Steven Baquero Vargas
Bass on “Mirage”: Or Lubianiker
Rhythm guitar on “Thrill City”: Naoki Morioka
Keys and synth on “Sanctuary”: Takuro Iga
Drums on “Thrill City”: Chargeeeeee
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