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The Infinite Steve Vai – An Anthology

Steve Vai · 2003

155 min · 32 tracks · hard rock

A dazzling array of virtuosic guitar work intertwined with eclectic musical styles and emotive melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • virtuosic guitar explorations
  • dynamic journey through moods
  • headphone detail hunting required
  • eclectic styles for adventurous listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'The Infinite Steve Vai – An Anthology' captures Steve Vai's evolution as a guitarist and composer after his significant success in the 1990s, notably following his acclaimed album 'Fire Garden' (1996). This anthology showcases a curated selection of his works, emphasizing his technical prowess and creative range across multiple projects throughout his career.
Stylistic neighbors
Joe Satriani· Yngwie Malmsteen· Paul Gilbert

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Liberty 2:04
  • 2 Die to Live 3:53
  • 3 The Attitude Song 3:22
  • 4 Salamanders in the Sun 2:25
  • 5 The Animal 4:02
  • 6 The Riddle 6:26
  • 7 For the Love of God 6:03
  • 8 Bangkok 2:46
  • 9 Fire Garden Suite: Bull Whip / Pusa Road / Angel Food / Taurus Bulba 9:56
  • 10 Ya‐Yo Gakk 2:54
  • 11 Blue Powder 4:44
  • 12 Bad Horsie 5:52
  • 13 Tender Surrender 5:05
  • 14 All About Eve 4:38
  • 15 Dyin’ Day 4:29
  • 16 The Blood & Tears 4:25
  • 17 The Silent Within 5:00

Disc 2

  • 1 Feathers 5:11
  • 2 Frank 5:08
  • 3 Boston Rain Melody 4:39
  • 4 Kittens Got Claws 4:59
  • 5 Lighter Shade of Green 0:47
  • 6 Giant Balls of Gold 4:45
  • 7 Whispering a Prayer 8:47
  • 8 Jibboom 3:45
  • 9 Windows to the Soul 6:26
  • 10 Brandos Costumes (Gentle Ways) 6:05
  • 11 The Reaper 3:26
  • 12 Christmas Time Is Here 4:21
  • 13 Essence 5:51
  • 14 Rescue Me or Bury Me 8:26
  • 15 Burnin’ Down the Mountain 4:21

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