By: Staff
Virtuoso guitarist and visionary composer Steve Vai will be taking his Story of Light tour through Europe 2012 in support of his new release, The Story of Light,released on August 14, 2012 (Favored Nations Entertainment).
Vai has just finished up a two-month run of 50 shows in North America to stunning reviews.32 years ago this October, a 20 year old Steve Vai embarked on his first tour with the Legendary Frank Zappa.
Since then Vai has honed his craft to peak performance on his latest tour. His show is unlike any other guitar player in his field. He is a performer, composer, (comedian of sorts) and a deeply connected musician who’s every note resonates through his body mind and soul.
Show review quotes:
“What I witnessed was something I almost (still) don’t quite understand. If I’m at pains to put that across here it’s because I was part of a revelation. Vai is Zen. Guitar master.”
Blog on the tracks
“Vai transcends the average ability to play. There was not a moment that the crowd was not watching every single move he made. I hope to see him many more times over the years.”
My Global Mind
“While many musicians fit easily into a single category, Steve Vai’s unique musical vision remains unclassifiable. After more than 30 years, Vai continues to use unbridled guitar virtuosity and soulful artistry to explore the spectrum of human emotion.”
Jam Base
“Vai is an innovator and showman. He shredded the guitar inflamed with passion and charisma. This easily ranks as the most enjoyable concert moment I have ever experienced. If you ever have the chance to see this legend live don’t hesitate!”
Orange County Reverb
“Vai’s an entertainer, and he made sure to include something fun for everyone, not just the guitar geeks. That sense of humor is one of the main things that separates Vai from the other flash players. Another is that he can play rings around virtually all of them.”
Timesunion.com
Ticketron average rating ***** Stars – HERE
“To be able to witness Steve Vai’s skill, passion and artistry is an event in life that will never be forgotten.”
“Steve Vai does what no one else can do and does it brilliantly. He combines technique beyond belief with passion to produce musical and emotional landscapes that take you to a soaring world, beyond the concert hall and beyond ordinary experience.”
“If you ever get a chance to see this legend up close and personal, rest assured you will be entertained by his witty banter, quirky humor and most of all, virtuosic playing.”
In addition to regular concert ticket sales, Vai fans can purchase a unique and special premium package – the EVO Experience – which includes a meet and greet pass, a Q&A session with Steve Vai, access to sound check, a 2012 Story of Light Tour Program, an exclusive EVO Experience laminate and a number of other Vai merchandise items.
EVO Experience premium tickets can be purchased through Vai’s website, www.Vai.com.
A limited number of EVO Experience tickets are available for each show. The Story of Light is available for online pre-sale orders, including a special pre-sale selection of bundled packages, are available HERE.
Visit Vai.com for ticket purchases
TOUR DATES
European Tour
Oct 25 Tallinn, Estonia – Rock Cafe
Oct 26 Riga, Latvia – Palladium
Oct 27 Vilnius, Lithuania – Uko Banko Treatro Arena
Oct 28 Warsaw, Poland – Stodola Arena
Oct 30 Belgrade, Serbia – Kombank Arena
Oct 31 Sofia, Bulgaria – National Palace of Culture
Nov 1 Bucharest, Romania – Sala Palatului
Nov 3 Istanbul, Turkey- Kucukciftlik Park
Nov 5 Thessaloniki, Greece – Principal Club Theater
Nov 6 Athens, Greece – Fuzz Club
Nov 9 Zagreb, Croatia – Culture Factory
Nov 10 Padova, Italy – Gran Teatro Geox
Nov 11 Rome, Italy – Atlantico
Nov 12 Milan, Italy – Alcatraz
Nov 13 Ljubljana, Slovenia – Cvetlicarna
Nov 14 Vienna, Austria – Museumquartier
Nov 16 Tilburg, Netherlands – O13
Nov 17 Luxembourg – den Atelier
Nov 18 Zurich, Switzerland – Komplex
Nov 19 Paris, France – Olympia
Nov 20 Brussels, Belgium – Royal Circus
Nov 21 Stuttgart, Germany – Filharmonie Filderstadt
Nov 22 Berlin, Germany – Huxleys
Nov 24 Malmo, Sweden – KB
Nov 25 Stockholm, Sweden – Berns
Nov 26 Gothenburg, Sweden – Tradgar’n
Nov 27 Oslo, Norway – Rockefeller Music Hall
Nov 28 Copenhagen, Denmark – Amager Bio
Nov 29 Cologne, Germany – Essigfabrik
Dec 1 Portsmouth, UK – Guildhall
Dec 2 London, UK – Hammersmith Apollo
Dec 3 Wolverhampton, UK – Civic Hall
Dec 4 Dublin, Ireland – Vicar St.
Dec 5 Newcastle, UK – City Hall
Dec 6 Ipswich, UK – Regent
Dec 7 Manchester, UK – Apollo
Dec 10 Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain – Sala Capitol
Dec 11 Porto, Portugal – Hard Club
Dec 12 Lisbon, Portugal – Aula Magna
Dec 14 Barcelona, Spain – Razzmatazz
Dec 15 Bilbao, Spain – Santana 27
Dec 16 Madrid, Spain – La Riviera
Dec 17 Murcia, Spain – Auditorium
