Asia

Asia In Asia - Live At The Budokan Arena, Tokyo, December 1983

2CD + 2LP + Blu-ray

In 1983 Asia visited Japan to promote their phenomenally successful debut self-titled album (1982) and Alpha (1983). The second of three shows at the Budokan arena on December 6, 1983, would make history as the first live broadcast between Japan and MTV. Featured are some of Asia's most memorable hits like "Time Again," "Only Time Will Tell," "Sole Survivor," "Wildest Dreams" and "Heat Of The Moment."

Greg Lake stepped in, on short notice, following the sudden departure of Asia’s John Wetton ahead of the Japanese dates. Despite a short period for Lake to learn the songs the Japanese shows were hailed a great success.

All audio is remixed and remastered in 2022 from the original MTV telecast concert audio and includes previously unreleased, post broadcast encore tracks. The Blu-ray includes a restored original broadcast concert video with 2022 remixed audio, and a restored original concert laserdisc edition featuring alternate camera angles.

The 40 page, deluxe 12-inch book features rare and unseen band photos, memorabilia and extensive new sleeve notes new quotes from the original band members.