Scenes is the second studio album by guitarist Marty Friedman, released on November 17, 1992 through Shrapnel Records (United States) and Roadrunner Records (Europe)."Discography". martyfriedman.com. Retrieved 2015-11-09. It is a notable stylistic departure from Friedman's first album, Dragon's Kiss (1988), as well as his heavier work with Cacophony and Megadeth, in that it predominantly features mellow, clean-tone playing instead of his usual distortion. The final track, "Triumph", is a remake of "Thunder March" from Dragon's Kiss.Friedman, Marty (2002-09-02). "Story Behind The Song - Scenes". martyfriedman.com. Retrieved 2015-11-09. The album also features then-Megadeth bandmate Nick Menza on drums.
Critical reception
Robert Taylor at AllMusic gave Scenes three stars out of five, saying that "This recording marked the true arrival of one of the most important and original guitarists to emerge from the neo-classical genre", and that it "revealed a level of depth and maturity that equally surprised Megadeth and guitar-shred fans everywhere." In addition to Friedman's work, the production by Kitarō and keyboards by Brian BecVar were also heavily praised.
Track listing
Personnel Marty Friedman – guitar, bass, production Brian BecVar – keyboard, percussion Nick Menza – drums Steve Fontano – engineering, mixing, production Kitarō – engineering, mixing, production Mike Stock – engineering Dary Sulich – engineering Sir John – engineering Gordon Sutcliffe – engineering Kenneth K. Lee, Jr. – mastering
References
External links In Review: Marty Friedman "Scenes" at Guitar Nine Records