Uli Jon Roth - Pictures of Destiny
EXPERIENCE AN UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL AND ARTISTIC JOURNEY
Legendary guitarist and composer Uli Jon Roth is set to return to North America with an extraordinary new program titled “Pictures of Destiny.” This highly anticipated tour promises to be a mesmerizing three-hour extravaganza, including the premiere of compositions from his long-awaited Requiem for an Angel.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Uli Jon Roth will be accompanied by a full band and a string quartet, making for an ensemble of 10 talented musicians performing on stage. The music will be enriched by dynamic multimedia projections, offering audiences an immersive experience at seated venues. Fans will have the opportunity to witness a stunning orchestral rendition of Roth’s groundbreaking piece Sails of Charon, alongside several new compositions and material from his acclaimed Transcendental Sky Guitar albums. There will also be a couple of classic early Scorpions tracks, from Uli’s Tokyo Tapes Revisited DVD, blending a touch of nostalgia with innovative artistry. While the show will include many beloved pieces, the spotlight will shine brightly on Roth’s latest compositions, marking their debut in the United States.
ART MEETS MUSIC
As a special addition, Roth will showcase a collection of his original oil paintings, inspired by his music and songs, in each venue’s foyer. Critics have described his artwork as “Rembrandt meets Star Wars,” and these visually striking works of art will be integrated into the performances to enhance the audience’s journey.
A TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCE
Roth’s tour offers more than just a concert—it is an emotional and artistic odyssey. Through his exceptional guitar artistry and evocative paintings, Roth invites audiences to immerse themselves in a world of profound beauty and inspiration.
The tour will feature seated venues and intermissions, ensuring comfort and a fully engaged experience for attendees. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness Uli Jon Roth’s unparalleled fusion of music and visual art.
The musical career of Uli spans an amazing five decades.
As an artist, Uli is a multi faceted phenomenon whose unique set of artistic talents has gained him an international reputation as a musical visionary and innovator.
Uli Jon Roth was born in Düsseldorf, Germany, on Dec 18, 1954.
He often cites his father, Carl-Joseph Roth, as a role model, an all-round artist, who made his living as a well-respected journalist. Early on, his father instilled in him a love and knowledge of the visual arts, including painting and photography, as well as writing poetry, storytelling and novels.
Uli discovered his love for the electric guitar in 1968 and played his first concert later that same year at the age of 13 as lead guitarist for the band Blue Infinity. His early influences were The Beatles, The Cream with Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix.
In the year 1973, Uli’s friend, Michael Schenker, quit the already established band Scorpions to join UFO in England. This lead to the break-up of the Scorpions, which his brother, Rudolf Schenker, had formed in the Sixties. But before leaving the band, Michael asked Uli to take his place instead. Later that year, the two remaining members of Scorpions – Rudolf Schenker and Klaus Meine – joined forces with the four members of Dawn Road in the summer of 1973. Soon afterwards, the “new” Scorpions played their first gig, which happened to be a two-song live appearance on one of the two main German television channels. This lead to a 5-year record contract with one of the major international record companies at the time, RCA.
During his five year tenure as a member of Germany’s number one rock band, Uli built the foundation for his status of guitar legend. He quickly established himself as one of the main songwriters in the band and soon gained an international reputation as one of the most important innovators of the electric guitar.