Extraterrestrial Live
Blue Öyster Cult · 1982
78 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · progressive rock
A hard-hitting live album that fuses heavy metal with psychedelic rock, showcasing Blue Öyster Cult's theatrical flair.
Why this album works
The album peaked at number 67 on the Billboard 200 and is notable for its raw energy and the inclusion of fan-favorite hits. It also showcases the band's ability to merge theatricality with hard rock, influencing the aesthetic of subsequent heavy metal acts.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks theatrical flair for live energy wave-like pacing for engagement
- Context
- Released on April 19, 1982, 'Extraterrestrial Live' came during a period of resurgence for Blue Öyster Cult following the commercial success of 'Agents of Fortune' in 1976. This live album captures the band at a pivotal point, featuring performances from their earlier works while they were still riding high on their classic hit '(Don't Fear) The Reaper'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Steppenwolf· Cream· Jimi Hendrix
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dominance and Submission 5:56
- 2 Cities on Flame 5:20
- 3 Dr. Music 3:40
- 4 The Red and the Black 4:38
- 5 Joan Crawford 5:17
- 6 Burnin' for You Standout 4:50
- 7 Roadhouse Blues 9:06
- 8 Black Blade 6:17
- 9 Hot Rails to Hell 5:03
- 10 Godzilla 7:46
- 11 Veteran of the Psychic Wars Standout 8:11
- 12 E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence) 5:20
- 13 (Don't Fear) The Reaper Standout 6:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.