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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.

Extraterrestrial Live is an album by Blue Öyster Cult, released in 1982. A hard-hitting live album that fuses heavy metal with psychedelic rock, showcasing Blue Öyster Cult's theatrical flair. 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. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Extraterrestrial Live sound like?

A hard-hitting live album that fuses heavy metal with psychedelic rock, showcasing Blue Öyster Cult's theatrical flair. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes Extraterrestrial Live by Blue Öyster Cult notable?

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. 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'.

How many songs are on Extraterrestrial Live?

Extraterrestrial Live has 13 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·78:07

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

Release Date

April 19, 1982

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

78 min 7 sec