Recorded at on May 26 and 27, 1986, this performance was part of the world tour supporting their third studio album, The Final Countdown . The title track had become a massive international hit, reaching #1 in 25 countries and defining the "hair metal" era of the mid-80s. Key Highlights
This tour was notable for being one of the last with John Norum before his departure later in 1986, showcasing his neo-classical shredding style. 20th Anniversary DVD Release (2006) EUROPE - The Final Countdown Tour 1986 (Live in Sweden)
The concert features the original lineup: Joey Tempest (vocals), John Norum (guitar), John Levén (bass), Mic Michaeli (keyboards), and Ian Haugland (drums). Recorded at on May 26 and 27, 1986,
The music video for "The Final Countdown" was actually filmed during these Solnahallen concerts and their soundchecks. 20th Anniversary DVD Release (2006) The concert features
The original 1986 recording was remastered in Dolby Digital and restored to a widescreen format.
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the tour, a special DVD edition was released. It includes:
Interviews with the band from 2006, a photo gallery, and a rare instrumental outtake titled "Where Men Won't Dare" .