2012.01.17 TUE.
JOHN WETTON <John Wetton>
“JAPAN TOUR 2012”
A leader in the progressive world, who has been active in numerous rock bands such as King Crimson, UK, and Asia, has presented his solo album for the first time in a long time with luxurious guests. The solo performance of John Wetton's new works and famous songs that fully demonstrated his overflowing talent will be decided!
Advance sale ¥7,000
Tokyo Oonkyo / 03-5774-3030
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John Wetton travels across famous bands such as the family, King Crimson, Roxy Music, Ulaire Heap, U.K. and Asia, and has also presented numerous solo works.
In King Crimson, he left masterpieces such as "Sun and Melody" and "Red", and in U.K., he also left a masterpiece called "NIGHT AFTER NIGHT", which contains two albums and Japanese performances. After releasing "Caught in the Crossfire" under the solo name, in the early 1980s, he formed the super group "Asia" with Stephen Hau, Jeff Downs, and Carl Palmer, and recorded a big hit all over the world. After leaving Asia, he gained a career as a solo artist. In 2006, he came to Japan with Jeff Downs and participated in the re-organization of Asia as an original member, and will perform in Japan the following year. He came to Japan in 2010 at Asia and U.K. in 2011. After a long absence, he released his solo album "RAISED IN CAPTIVITY", and a solo performance accompanying this was decided. The members include familiar tour members such as John Mitchell of It byits and Martin Oford of former IQ, who showcase new works and past masterpieces.
◎Latest album
John Wetton's solo album has been active in numerous rock bands, including Asia.
It features luxurious guests such as ally Jeff Downs, Eddie Jobson, Stephen Halkett, Tony Kaye, and Step Mohs, as well as special bonus tracks for Japan.
『RAISED IN CAPTIVITY』
(KICP-1582) Price ¥2,800 King Records Co., Ltd.
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