Pat Metheny Group,Lyle Mays/Tokyo,Japan 2005

Completely edited footage of the Tokyo International Forum performance on April 22nd, the last day of the world tour in Japan, which started after the release of “The Way Up”, the first album to change labels in 2005. The 2-disc set, recorded uncut for 2 hours and 50 minutes, has been released from a super A-grade digital audience recording that will amaze enthusiasts. The opening is a masterpiece that lasts over 70 minutes, with parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the prelude “This Is Not America” ​​and the famous song “The Way Up” each arranged differently from the album. It has been. Metheny himself is said to have conceived of this piece from the beginning as a complete piece rather than a suite. I think the fact that we were able to deliver such a perfect performance in a one-shot live show is due to each member’s great sense and high ability. Disc 2 contains a number of famous songs with the outstanding techniques and ensembles of the seven members in ultra-clear, highest quality sound. The direct feel and clarity of the sound are excellent, and the overall balance is also excellent. Everything is recorded with a truly stunning sound that cannot be better than this. However, it is a 2-disc set that you can really feel the quality of, as there is no digital smell that stings your ears. Live at Tokyo International Forum, Hall A 04//22/2005 Disc 1 1.This Is Not America Intro The Way Up 2.(Go) Get It Disc 2 1.James 2.Lone Jack 3.Are You Going With Me 4.Last Train Home 5.The Roots Of Coincidence 6.Always And Forever 7.Farmer’s Trust 8.Minuano (Six-Eight) 9.Song For Bilbao Pat Metheny (g) Lyle Mays (p, synth, g) Steve Rodby (b) Antonio Sanchez (dr, perc) Cuong Vu (tpt, voc, perc) Gregor Marais (g, voc, harmonica, perc) Nando Loria (g, fh, voc, perc)