What makes Blood of the Snake by Derek Sherinian notable?

Blood of the Snake showcases Sherinian's unique blend of progressive metal and instrumental rock, receiving praise for its ambitious compositions. The album includes contributions from notable musicians like Zakk Wylde and Michael Angelo Batio, which helped elevate its profile within the genre. It also enjoyed commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts and contributing to Sherinian's growing legacy as a solo artist. Released in 2006, Blood of the Snake is Derek Sherinian's fourth solo album, following his previous work, Mythology (2004). At this point in his career, Sherinian had established himself as a prominent figure in the progressive metal scene, known for his virtuosic keyboard skills and collaborations with various rock legends. This album further solidified his reputation as an innovative artist blending diverse musical styles.

Who is Blood of the Snake for?

Blood of the Snake works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, cinematic storytelling through instrumentals and engaging headphone detail hunting.

How many songs are on Blood of the Snake?

Blood of the Snake has 10 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Blood of the Snake

Derek Sherinian · 2006

52 min · 10 tracks · new wave

Instrumental prowess merges with cinematic storytelling, bringing together progressive metal and eclectic influences in a dynamic sonic journey.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Czar of Steel — This track opens the album with an explosive combination of intricate keyboard solos and powerful guitar riffs, setting an energetic tone for the rest of the record.
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Blood of the Snake — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its dramatic shifts and complex arrangements, showcasing Sherinian's skillful fusion of genres.
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Man With No Name — With its engaging melody and intricate layering, this track stands out for its rich textures and storytelling that reflect Sherinian's cinematic approach to composition.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic progression with peaks
cinematic storytelling through instrumentals
engaging headphone detail hunting
wave-like pacing for immersion

Maybe skip if you

dislike instrumental music
prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2006, Blood of the Snake is Derek Sherinian's fourth solo album, following his previous work, Mythology (2004). At this point in his career, Sherinian had established himself as a prominent figure in the progressive metal scene, known for his virtuosic keyboard skills and collaborations with various rock legends. This album further solidified his reputation as an innovative artist blending diverse musical styles.
Stylistic neighbors: Jordan Rudess· Liquid Tension Experiment· Joe Satriani

Tracklist

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

1 Czar of Steel 6:01
2 Man With No Name 6:53
3 Phantom Shuffle 4:20
4 Been Here Before 4:29
5 Blood of the Snake 6:09
6 On the Moon 4:34
7 The Monsoon 6:05
8 Prelude to Battle 2:55
9 Viking Massacre 4:58
10 In the Summertime 6:32

What to play next

Listen next

Molecular Heinosity

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Mythology

2004

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