It's Alive

Buckethead · 2011

31 min · 8 tracks · funk · hard rock · progressive metal

An eclectic blend of genre-defying instrumentals that fuse avant-garde jazz with progressive rock intricacies.

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It's Alive is an album by Buckethead, released in 2011. An eclectic blend of genre-defying instrumentals that fuse avant-garde jazz with progressive rock intricacies. The album showcases Buckethead's continued experimentation within the avant-garde space, receiving attention for its unconventional compositions. It further solidified his reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in the instrumental rock scene, although it did not achieve significant commercial chart success. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does It's Alive sound like?

An eclectic blend of genre-defying instrumentals that fuse avant-garde jazz with progressive rock intricacies. Rooted in funk and hard rock.

What makes It's Alive by Buckethead notable?

The album showcases Buckethead's continued experimentation within the avant-garde space, receiving attention for its unconventional compositions. It further solidified his reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in the instrumental rock scene, although it did not achieve significant commercial chart success. Released in 2011, "It's Alive" is among Buckethead's prolific period where he produced numerous albums, following his 2010 effort, "Shadows Between the Sky." At this point, Buckethead had established himself as a unique figure in experimental music, known for his virtuosic guitar skills and diverse sound palette.

How many songs are on It's Alive?

It's Alive has 8 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.