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Extreme Volume is as much a reference to Racer X's ability to pack as many notes as possible into a given measure as it is to the loudness of their concerts. Racer X took all the excesses of '80s heavy metal and pushed them to the point of parody. That said, this live document of the Los Angeles quintet's jaw-dropping instrumental virtuosity is absolutely essential to any fan of the "shred guitar" subgenre of '80s heavy metal. Hearing the band execute this material live is quite an experience. Each song is packed with evidence of this band's sheer technical velocity; the dual-guitar harmony solos by Paul Gilbert and Bruce Bouillet (played at top speed) are a must-hear, and the octave-busting vocal harmonies are wonderfully over the top, as well. And, as one might expect, each member gets his own solo spot. The album also has three previously unreleased tracks, "She Wants Control," "Set the World on Fire," and the instrumental "Scit Scat Wah," to recommend it. ~ Andy Hinds
Recording information: Country Club In Reseda, CA by The Record Plant Mobile R.
Personnel: Jeff Martin (vocals); Paul Gilbert, Bruce Bouillet (guitar); John Alderete (bass); Scott Travis (drums).
Personnel: Jeff Martin (vocals); Paul Gilbert, Bruce Bouillet (guitar); Scott Travis (drums).
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Live Extreme, Vol. 1 Music Review
Average Rating: (4.7 out of 5 stars)    blazing guitar
Paul Gilbert is one of the most talented and underrated guitarists on the planet
Submitted by sam_pruett (Heber Springs, AR. USA) 
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 An intense live performance!
Great live performance by Racer X! I would have liked to have songs like "Hammer Away", "Rock It", "Getaway", "Scarified", or "On The Loose" on this live album. Those are killer Racer X songs that would have sounded awesome if they were recorded on this live album. Jeff Martin is an excellent front man and the crowd loves him. I like how Bruce, John, Paul, and Scott all have featured solos on this live recording. You get to hear the song "Frenzy" inside of Paul's Solo. John's Bass Solo is one of the best tracks on this album. I like Scott Travis' hyperspeed drumming but I liked Harry Ghoessher's drumming more. He had control, balance, and intensity mixed together that flowed smoother than Travis' drumming. You also get 3 tracks that are not available on any of the other Racer X albums. If you enjoy listening to guitarists like Eddie Van Halen, Nuno Bettencourt(I think I spelled his last name wrong), Yngwie Malmsteem, or Vinnie Vincent, this recording is a must have! One word to describe Racer X would be intensity!
Submitted by a reviewer (Clyde, MI)
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AWESOME LIVE RECORDING!
This is essential Racer X! The band play a smokin' show and the sound is great! Recorded earlier in their career, you can tell the band is in top form. Paul,Bruce,John & Scott all perform solo's. A must have for any Racer X fan!
Submitted by Music Lover (Tahoe, California)
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