Marty Friedman Announces 2025 U.S. Tour Dates

Marty Friedman—who, I’m sure, at this point in his career, is tired of being referred to as “former Megadeth guitarist Marty Friedman”—is hitting the road again next year to support his latest solo album, Drama, that came out earlier this year. The tour will take place in January and February of 2025 and will feature special guests Nikki Stringfield and Patrick Kennison. 

In a statement reported on by Blabbermouth, Friedman had this to say about the upcoming tour: 

“My three band members from Japan, Chargeeeeee, Wakazaemon and Naoki, have created the ultimate setting to perform music from all stages of my career. If you’ve seen us live before, you know what to expect. If not, you are in for a unique treat. You will remember my band’s performances on this ‘Drama’ tour for a long time. Our last two USA tours have left an unforgettable impact on them. We are all beyond excited to cross the pond and play for my home country again!” 

That promises to be one hell of a live show, so check out the dates below. 

Marty Friedman “Live Drama 2025” tour dates: 

Jan. 25 – Las Vegas, NV @ Count’s Vamp’d 
Jan. 27 – Denver, CO @ HQ Live 
Jan. 29 – St. Louis, MO @ Off Broadway 
Jan. 30 – St. Charles, IL @ Arcada Theater 
Jan. 31 – Westland, MI @ Token Lounge 
Feb. 01 – Columbus, OH @ The King of Clubs 
Feb. 02 – Cleveland, OH @ The Winchester 
Feb. 04 – New York, NY @ The Loft at City Winery 
Feb. 05 – Boston, MA @ City Winery 
Feb. 06 – Derry, NH @ Tupelo Music Hall 
Feb. 07 – Annapolis, MD @ Ram’s Head on Stage 
Feb. 08 – Pawling, NY @ Daryl’s House 
Feb. 10 – Philadelphia, PA @ City Winery 
Feb. 11 – Leesburg, VA @ Tally Ho Theater 
Feb. 13 – Greenville, SC @ Radio Room 
Feb. 14 – Nashville, TN @ The Basement 
Feb. 16 – Houston, TX @ Bronze Peacock at House of Blues 
Feb. 17 – Austin, TX @ Antone’s 
Feb. 18 – Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater 
Feb. 20 – Albuquerque, NM @ Launch Pad 
Feb. 21 – Phoenix, AZ @ Rhythm Room 
Feb. 22 – Los Angeles, CA @ Whisky A Go Go