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Alive in Studio A

Bruce Dickinson

121 min · 24 tracks · heavy metal · traditional heavy metal

A vibrant mix of heavy metal energy and melodic storytelling captures Bruce Dickinson's live prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • melodic storytelling with energy
  • for live performance fans
  • nostalgic reflections on past themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek constant, high-energy pace

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Alive in Studio A' came during a period when Bruce Dickinson was establishing his solo identity after leaving Iron Maiden. This live album followed his second studio effort, 'Balls to Picasso,' and showcased his growing confidence as a frontman outside of the iconic band. The recording reflects Dickinson's evolution and commitment to both heavy metal and theatrical performance.
Stylistic neighbors
Iron Maiden· Judas Priest· Helloween

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Cyclops 7:34
  • 2 Shoot All the Clowns 4:55
  • 3 Son of a Gun 5:46
  • 4 Tears of the Dragon 6:27
  • 5 1000 Points of Light 3:54
  • 6 Sacred Cowboys 3:56
  • 7 Tattooed Millionaire 3:55
  • 8 Born in ’58 3:23
  • 9 Fire 4:57
  • 10 Change of Heart 4:40
  • 11 Hell No 5:11
  • 12 Laughing in the Hiding Bush 4:02

Disc 2

  • 1 Cyclops 7:54
  • 2 1000 Points of Light 3:58
  • 3 Born in ’58 3:20
  • 4 Gods of War 4:55
  • 5 Change of Heart 4:40
  • 6 Laughing in the Hiding Bush 3:55
  • 7 Hell No 5:48
  • 8 Tears of the Dragon 6:33
  • 9 Shoot All the Clowns 5:06
  • 10 Sacred Cowboys 4:14
  • 11 Son of a Gun 5:43
  • 12 Tattooed Millionaire 6:17

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