Strange Beautiful Music
Joe Satriani · 2002
60 min · 14 tracks · blues · hard rock · jazz fusion
A vibrant fusion of rock, jazz, and world music, flowing with intricate guitar melodies and rich textures.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical reception, with many praising Satriani's ability to blend various styles while maintaining his distinctive guitar prowess. It also marked a return to more melodic songwriting after previous experimental projects, resonating well with both fans and critics alike.
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration intricate guitar-driven landscapes immersive journey through sound
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'Strange Beautiful Music' is Joe Satriani's eighth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Engines of Creation'. At this point in his career, Satriani had established himself as a leading figure in instrumental rock and was exploring more diverse musical influences, incorporating elements from different genres into his signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Neil Young· Prince· Bruce Springsteen· Cher· Katy Perry· Bob Dylan· Cyndi Lauper
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oriental Melody 3:56
- 2 Belly Dancer Standout 5:02
- 3 Starry Night Standout 3:55
- 4 Chords of Life 4:13
- 5 Mind Storm 4:12
- 6 Sleep Walk 2:46
- 7 New Last Jam 4:19
- 8 Mountain Song 3:31
- 9 What Breaks a Heart Standout 5:20
- 10 Seven String 4:02
- 11 Hill Groove 4:10
- 12 The Journey 4:09
- 13 The Traveler 5:39
- 14 You Saved My Life 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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