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Gary Moore - Blues Alive

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Blues Alive is a 1993 live album by Northern Irish guitarist Gary Moore, released by Virgin Records. The album was recorded during his early 1990s touring cycle, capturing performances that supported his transition from hard rock back to electric blues. It features a mix of original blues-rock compositions and covers of classic blues standards by artists such as Albert King and Otis Rush. The record is intended for listeners who want to experience the high-energy guitar solos and live band dynamics of Moore's blues era.

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Is Blues Alive a live album or a studio album?

Blues Alive is a live album by Northern Irish guitarist Gary Moore, released by Virgin Records in 1993. It captures performances from his early 1990s touring period rather than newly recorded studio arrangements.

What phase of Gary Moore's career does Blues Alive represent?

It documents Moore's move from hard rock back toward electric blues during the early 1990s. The 1993 set sits between his rock-era reputation and his later blues-focused work.

Which songs are on Gary Moore's Blues Alive?

The set includes Moore originals and blues standards, including Walking by Myself and Parisienne Walkways. Those tracks show the album's mix of direct blues numbers and songs associated with Moore's own catalog.

Why does Blues Alive sound different from a Gary Moore hard-rock record?

The album emphasizes live electric-blues phrasing, extended guitar work, and a concert feel rather than a tightly produced hard-rock format. Its 1993 performances reflect Moore's return to blues after his earlier work with Thin Lizzy.

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