Why this album works
'Alive in an Ultra World' received significant attention for its innovative blend of genres, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Top Internet Albums chart. The album is notable for its instrumental complexity and has been praised for pushing the boundaries of guitar music, influencing a generation of musicians seeking to merge diverse styles.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of themes wave-like pacing with peaks immersive journey through sound
- Context
- Released on June 19, 2001, 'Alive in an Ultra World' is Steve Vai's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'The Ultra Zone' from 1999. At this stage, Vai was consolidating his reputation as a leading guitarist while exploring new musical territories beyond traditional rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Aerosmith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Giant Balls of Gold Standout 4:45
- 2 Burning Rain 4:50
- 3 The Black Forest 6:38
- 4 Alive in an Ultra World 3:53
- 5 Devil’s Food 10:09
- 6 Blood and Glory 4:53
- 7 Whispering a Prayer Standout 8:45
- 8 Iberian Jewel Standout 4:38
Disc 2
- 1 The Power of Bombos 5:04
- 2 Incantation 8:53
- 3 Light of the Moon 5:47
- 4 Babushka 6:42
- 5 Being With You (in Paris) 6:24
- 6 Principessa 5:51
- 7 Brandos Costumes (Gentle Ways) 6:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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