On January 26th, at the Sibeliustalo in Finland, the renowned Finnish violinist and composer TUOMAS ROUNAKARI and the illustrious YASUHARU TAKANASHI came together for a groundbreaking concert, 'Epic East Meets Northern Beasts'. This sold-out event captivated audiences with its breathtaking performances, and the footage is now available for your viewing pleasure. Dive into this mesmerizing musical journey below, with video courtesy of Yasuharu Takanashi:
https://www.facebook.com/100005974353144/videos/1142301077141918
Rounakari, celebrated for his contributions to Finnish metal and ethnomusicology, shared: "Epic east meets Northern beasts show uplifted everyone, the band, crew, technicians, Sibelius-hall personel and of course the audience. Their was a once in a lifetime feel between everyone present. Now we are all eager to do more shows! But this will always stay as the magical first encounter, regardless if it happens again or not. We had so much Fun from the first notes on thursday rehearsals to the goodbyes after friday night."
Photos from the concert by Minapamina - More photos at https://conikuvat.fi/desucon-frostbite-2024/kuvia-ohjelmanumeroista/epic-east-meets-northern-beasts/minapamina
The concert featured the lineup of skilled artists:
- Yasuharu Takanashi - Keyboards and others
- Tuomas Rounakari (Korpiklaani) – Violin
- Toni Porthén (ex-Värttinä) – Drums
- Jesper Anastasiadis (Turisas) – Bass
- Ossi Maristo (Battle Beast tour member) – Guitar
- Iivo Kaipainen (Arion) – Guitar