A global guitar legend, Marty Friedman made his mark on thrash metal with the iconic album Rust in Peace and became a household name in Japan with crossover albums like Tokyo Jukebox. Renowned for his ability to transcend genre and cultural boundaries, his immaculate guitar work spans thrash metal, Eastern melodic compositions, Japanese pop, and classical symphonies.

As the former lead guitarist of Megadeth, Friedman joined the band in the early '90s and played a pivotal role in shaping classic albums such as Rust in Peace and Countdown to Extinction. His distinctive style and innovative arrangements brought new life to Megadeth’s sound, helping to define the thrash metal genre.

This May, after a 22-year hiatus, Friedman will return to China in support of his latest album, Drama. Accompanied by his phenomenal band, he will fuse the intensity of metal with the rich textures of classical Eastern composition. For those seeking electrifying performances or the chance to witness a virtuoso at work, Marty Friedman’s China tour is not to be missed.