Blues Alive
Gary Moore · 1993
75 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · blues rock
A vibrant showcase of blues-infused rock, featuring soulful guitar work and emotive vocal performances.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experiences
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Blues Alive' captures Gary Moore during a period of artistic reflection and resurgence after his commercial peak in the late 1980s. This live album followed his acclaimed studio work, notably 'Still Got the Blues' from 1990, and marked Moore's deepening commitment to traditional blues roots.
- If you like
- hard rock, jazz fusion, blues rock
Blues Alive is an album by Gary Moore, released in 1993. A vibrant showcase of blues-infused rock, featuring soulful guitar work and emotive vocal performances. 'Blues Alive' is significant for its authentic representation of blues music, revitalizing interest in the genre during a time when it was waning in mainstream popularity. The album received critical acclaim, solidifying Moore's reputation as a leading figure in blues rock and showcasing his virtuosic guitar skills. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blues Alive sound like?
A vibrant showcase of blues-infused rock, featuring soulful guitar work and emotive vocal performances. Rooted in hard rock and jazz fusion.
What makes Blues Alive by Gary Moore notable?
'Blues Alive' is significant for its authentic representation of blues music, revitalizing interest in the genre during a time when it was waning in mainstream popularity. The album received critical acclaim, solidifying Moore's reputation as a leading figure in blues rock and showcasing his virtuosic guitar skills. Released in 1993, 'Blues Alive' captures Gary Moore during a period of artistic reflection and resurgence after his commercial peak in the late 1980s. This live album followed his acclaimed studio work, notably 'Still Got the Blues' from 1990, and marked Moore's deepening commitment to traditional blues roots.
Who is Blues Alive for?
Blues Alive works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experiences.
How many songs are on Blues Alive?
Blues Alive has 13 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.
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 Standout 7:32
- 4 Oh Pretty Woman Standout 4:23
- 5 Separate Ways 5:43
- 6 Too Tired 4:36
- 7 Still Got the Blues Standout 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
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
75 min 56 sec
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