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Live Insanity

Tony MacAlpine · 1997

49 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion · neo-classical metal

Dynamic fusion of intricate guitar solos and rich keyboard textures, capturing a virtuosic live performance atmosphere.

Live Insanity is an album by Tony MacAlpine, released in 1997. Dynamic fusion of intricate guitar solos and rich keyboard textures, capturing a virtuosic live performance atmosphere. 'Live Insanity' is notable for its blend of jazz fusion and metal, contributing to MacAlpine's influence on both genres. It received positive reviews for its musicianship and has been praised in various music publications, helping to elevate live instrumental performances in the rock domain during a time when studio albums dominated charts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Live Insanity sound like?

Dynamic fusion of intricate guitar solos and rich keyboard textures, capturing a virtuosic live performance atmosphere. Rooted in jazz fusion and neo-classical metal.

What makes Live Insanity by Tony MacAlpine notable?

'Live Insanity' is notable for its blend of jazz fusion and metal, contributing to MacAlpine's influence on both genres. It received positive reviews for its musicianship and has been praised in various music publications, helping to elevate live instrumental performances in the rock domain during a time when studio albums dominated charts. By the time 'Live Insanity' was released in 1997, Tony MacAlpine was already recognized as a skilled guitarist and composer, having established his reputation with albums like 'Edge of Insanity' (1992). This live album showcases his technical prowess and diverse influences, solidifying his position within the jazz fusion and neo-classical metal scenes during the mid-90s.

How many songs are on Live Insanity?

Live Insanity has 9 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·49:53

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

  • 1 The Vision Standout 5:03
  • 2 The Sage 4:45
  • 3 Sacred Wonder Standout 4:19
  • 4 Box Office Poison / Piano Solo Standout 11:10
  • 5 Rusalka 7:10
  • 6 Carolina Blue 4:47
  • 7 Stream Dream 4:40
  • 8 King’s Cup 4:24
  • 9 The Taker 3:31

Release Date

January 1, 1997

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

49 min 53 sec