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Crystal Planet

Joe Satriani · 1998

67 min · 15 tracks · blues · hard rock · jazz fusion

An exhilarating blend of virtuosic guitar work and intricate melodies, seamlessly merging rock and jazz elements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • exhilarating guitar-driven exploration
  • dynamic journey through melodies
  • for focused listening
  • satisfying instrumental storytelling

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Crystal Planet' is Joe Satriani's sixth studio album, following his highly acclaimed 'Surfing with the Alien'. At this point in his career, Satriani had solidified his reputation as a leading instrumental rock guitarist, having already influenced countless musicians with his innovative techniques and compositions.
Stylistic neighbors
Steve Vai· Eric Johnson· Paul Gilbert

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Up in the Sky 4:10
  • 2 House Full of Bullets 5:33
  • 3 Crystal Planet 4:34
  • 4 Love Thing 3:50
  • 5 Trundrumbalind 5:13
  • 6 Lights of Heaven 4:23
  • 7 Raspberry Jam Delta-V 5:21
  • 8 Ceremony 4:53
  • 9 With Jupiter in Mind 5:46
  • 10 Secret Prayer 4:27
  • 11 A Train of Angels 3:42
  • 12 A Piece of Liquid 3:04
  • 13 Psycho Monkey 4:36
  • 14 Time 5:04
  • 15 Z.Z.’s Song 3:01

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