Blues Alive
Gary Moore · 1993
75 min · 13 tracks · blues
A dynamic blend of passionate guitar work and heartfelt vocals, capturing the essence of blues in a live setting.
Top tracks — play these first
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Still Got the Blues — This track exemplifies Moore's signature blend of emotion and technical prowess, with soaring guitar solos that resonate deeply with blues enthusiasts.
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Cold Day in Hell — As an opening track, it sets an energetic tone for the album, showcasing Moore's powerful vocals and intricate guitar riffs that draw listeners in immediately.
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Parisienne Walkways — This iconic piece highlights Moore's ability to convey profound emotion through his guitar playing, featuring beautifully melodic lines that linger long after the song ends.
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Oh Pretty Woman — Moore's rendition infuses traditional blues with a contemporary edge, demonstrating both his respect for the genre and his unique artistic flair.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures live blues energy with strong guitar work but lacks some depth in songwriting.
What we noticed
- Each song is performed with a live audience, adding a layer of energy and spontaneity that influences the overall feel of the record.
- Several tracks include call-and-response elements between Moore's guitar and the backing band, emphasizing the interactive nature of blues performances.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing experiences
- soulful contemplative moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Showcases Moore's return to blues, beloved by fans for its live energy and guitar work.
- Career context
- Released in 1993, Blues Alive marked a significant moment in Gary Moore's career as it showcased his return to the blues genre after exploring rock and hard rock styles. This live album followed the success of his critically acclaimed studio album Still Got the Blues (1990), solidifying his reputation as a master blues guitarist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Bonamassa· Peter Green· Eric Clapton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cold Day in Hell 5:34
- 2 Walking by Myself 5:00
- 3 Story of the Blues 7:32
- 4 Oh Pretty Woman 4:23
- 5 Separate Ways 5:43
- 6 Too Tired 4:36
- 7 Still Got the Blues 6:40
- 8 Since I Met You Baby 2:57
- 9 The Sky Is Crying 8:50
- 10 Further on Up the Road 5:34
- 11 King of the Blues 6:13
- 12 Parisienne Walkways 6:59
- 13 Jumpin' at Shadows 5:49
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