STING with Edin Karamazov / Live from the Labyrinth Osaka Festival Hall 2008 (1CDR)

STING with Edin Karamazov –
Live from the Labyrinth (2CDR) SY0967
Live at Festival Hall, Osaka, Japan – December 20, 2008

01. Walsingham
02. Reading letter extract 1
03. Flow My Tears
04. The Lowest Trees Have Tops
05. Reading letter extract 2
06. King of Denmark, His Galliard
07. Can She Excuse My Wrongs
08. Reading letter extract 3
09. Fine Knacks for Ladies
10. Reading letter extract 4
11. A Fancy
12. Come Heavy Sleep
13. Reading letter extract 5
14. La Rossignol
15. Come Again
16. Have You Seen the Bright Lily Glow
17. Clear or Cloudy
18. Reading letter extract 6
19. Weep You No More, Sad Fountains
20. Reading letter extract 7
21. In Darkness Let Me Dwell
Encore 1
22. Where Corals Lie
23. Linden Lea
24. In My Life
25. Fields of Gold
26. Message in a Bottle
Encore 2
27. Bethlehem Down
28. Say, Love, If Ever Thou Didst Find
Encore 3
29. Hell Hound
30. Sakura Sakura

A live performance finally realized in Japan that faithfully recreates the acclaimed 2006 album *Songs from the Labyrinth*—a masterpiece showcasing Sting's talent beyond the confines of rock or jazz through a minimalist arrangement of just lute and vocals. This release features a complete recording of the concert held at Osaka Festival Hall on December 20, 2008, captured in superb high-fidelity sound that perfectly conveys the atmosphere of the venue. This live recording captures a truly special night—not only for Sting fans but for rock enthusiasts alike—marking the final concert by an international artist at Festival Hall before it temporarily closed its doors after a 50-year history.
The performance features a main set centered on *Songs from the Labyrinth*, followed by encores that include Christmas carols, songs by The Beatles and Robert Johnson, and hits like "Fields of Gold" and "Message in a Bottle"—all performed solely on the lute. It is a goosebump-inducing live recording where Sting's vocals truly shine. This ultimate, special performance, created in collaboration with leading modern lute player Edin Karamazov, is an absolute must-listen for fans!