Allan Holdsworth / NY, USA – April 11, 1986 (Soundboard Edition)

This release captures a performance from the 1986 tour—coinciding with the acclaimed album *Atavachron*—at a live music venue in Buffalo, New York, sourced from a high-quality soundboard recording. At the time, Holdsworth had adopted the revolutionary “SynthAxe” MIDI guitar controller, venturing into uncharted sonic territory that far transcended conventional guitar expression. The lineup features Japanese keyboardist Kei Akagi—who would later join Miles Davis’s touring band—delivering a top-tier live performance, presented here in restored, high-fidelity audio. Experience an endless stream of phrases unleashed via astonishing legato technique, improvisation that navigates complex harmonies with effortless fluidity, and a unique soundscape fusing jazz, rock, and contemporary music. The entire performance is charged with the tension and thrill characteristic of the era when Holdsworth’s creativity was at its peak. 1986 marked the release of *Atavachron* and served as a pivotal turning point where his music reached a new dimension. This is a must-listen not only for technical fusion fans but for anyone interested in the evolution of the modern guitar. It is a superb archival live recording that allows you to experience the true essence of Allan Holdsworth—cited by countless top guitarists as a primary influence—with breathtaking realism. Live At Tralf Music Hall, Buffalo, NY April 11th, 1986 01. Non Brewed Condiment/02. Looking Glass/03. White Line/04. Funnels/05. Atavachron/06. Pud Wud/07. Devil Take The Hindmost/08. Tokyo Dream /09. Letters of Marque (with Husband drum solo) Allan Holdsworth (g, SynthAxe) Kei Akagi (keyb) Jimmy Johnson (b) Gary Husband (dr)