JEAN-MICHEL JARRE ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF ‘LIVE IN BRATISLAVA’ FEATURING SPECIAL GUEST SIR BRIAN MAY

Jean-Michel Jarre has announced the release of ‘Live in Bratislava’, the definitive audio-visual record of his historic open-air concert-event ‘Bridge From The Future’, performed on May 12, 2024 in Slovakia. The release lands worldwide on September 5, 2025and is available to pre-order now, including a limited Ultimate Collector’s Box Set. The concert saw over 100,000 people gather across the city of Bratislava and along the banks of the Danube to witness an extraordinary collaboration between Jarre and special guest Sir Brian May, set against the iconic backdrop of the SNP (UFO) Bridge. A further global audience of millions tuned in via livestream and TV broadcast.

Now, for the first time, the full 22-track performance is available across a range of deluxe formats, including a brand new unseen Director’s Cut of the concert film, remastered audio, exclusive vinyl, and a 40-page coffee table photo book documenting this once-in-a-lifetime production. Staged as the opening event of the seventh edition of STARMUS Festival, ‘Bridge From The Future’ was Jarre’s most ambitious live production to date. A sweeping sci-fi soundscape with stunning visual storytelling, choreographed light and laser displays, a 400-drone ballet, fireworks, and an architectural stage, designed by Jarre, that framed the iconic UFO Bridge with twin 30-metre towers.

The concert also marked an historic first-time collaboration between Jarre and Queen guitarist Sir Brian May, who joined him on stage for a powerful new arrangement of Dvořák’s ‘New World Symphony’ as wellas newly adapted works ‘Bratislava Time’ and ‘Rendez-vous Bratislava’. Jarre was accompanied by longtime collaborator Claude Samard and rising British artist Adiescar Chase, with contributions from the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra and a 19-piece chorus from the Slovak Philharmonic Choir.

Constructed over a month by a crew of over 100, the mammoth set incorporated more than 170 tonnes o equipment, 21 LED screens, 150 projectors, and hundreds of kilometres of cabling — making it the largest stage ever built in Slovakia. As crowds gathered throughout Bratislava, they were welcomed by a brand new Jean-Michel Jarre composition ‘Bridge From The Future’ – an immersive ambient piece weaving real sounds from the stars with atmospheric electronics. This meditative introduction, inspired by the theme of the STARMUS Festival, is available only on the blue 10″ vinyl included in the Ultimate Collector’s Box Set.

Jean-Michel Jarre said: “Since that very special night in Bratislava, we’ve worked with a brilliant creative team to bring together the most complete, cinematic version of the concert possible. The sound on this release comes from the live TV broadcast of the concert, capturing the raw, in-the-moment energy of the performance. I’m proud to finally share this with everyone. Not only those who joined us in Slovakia or watched online, but all who want to relive the experience.

‘Live in Bratislava’ Formats:

CD (2xCD Digipack)
Complete 22-track concert including guest performances by Sir Brian May
12-page booklet with concert images

BLU-RAY
Unseen Director’s Cut concert film in 4K
PCM 2.0, DTS HD 5.1 and Dolby True HD 5.1 audio
12-page photo booklet

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR’S BOX (LIMITED EDITION)
2xCD digipack with 12-page booklet
Blu-ray digipack with 12-page booklet
Exclusive 10-inch blue vinyl featuring the unreleased track ‘Bridge From The Future’ , performed as the audience arrived 
Deluxe 40-page coffee table photo book with behind-the-scenes and performance images

Jean-Michel returns to the stage this summer with a long-awaited series of live shows across Europe. The run marks his first official tour since 2016. Blending cutting-edge technology, immersive visuals, and iconic soundscapes, the maestro’s summer dates include headline concerts and festival appearances, offering fans a rare opportunity to experience his music live in stunning settings – from ancient amphitheatres such as the Arena Pula in Croatia and Anfiteatro Degli Scavi in Pompeii to the iconic Piazza San Marco in Venice, along with royal palaces such as the Royal Palace of Brussels, state-of-the-art arenas and open-air festivals.

SPECIAL SUMMER LIVE TOUR 2025 DATES

June 13 – Grefsenkollen Oslo, Norway

June 15 – Nordis Helsinki, Finland (Helsinki City Festival)

June 17 – Unibet Arena Tallinn, Estonia

June 20 – Bali Indah Dolina Charlotty, Slupsk, Poland

June 23 – Kolodrum Arena Sofia, Bulgaria

June 26 – Papp László Sportaréna Budapest, Hungary

June 28 – Arena Pula Pula, Croatia

July 1 – Royal Palace of Brussels Brussels, Belgium

July 3 – Piazza San Marco Venice, Italy

July 5 – Anfiteatro Degli Scavi Pompeii, Italy

July 8 – Plaza de España Seville, Spain (Iconica Festival)

July 11 – Schlossplatz Stuttgart, Germany (Jazz Open Festival)

Tickets for all dates are available now via https://www.jeanmicheljarre.com/tour

‘Live in Bratislava’ is released via Sony Music Entertainment on September 5, 2025. Pre-orders for all formats including the Ultimate Collector’s Box Set are available now via https://JeanMichelJarre.lnk.to/liveinbratislava

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