Vai スティーヴヴァイ - Sex Religion セックスレリジョン

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Review by Sithembiso James Vilakazi

Album Review: Sex Religion セックスレリジョン by Vai スティーヴヴァイ Alright, let’s dive into this wild ride of an album. Sex Religion by Steve Vai dropped in 2019, and it’s got all the makings of a rock masterpiece—Heavy Metal grit, Alternative Rock vibes, and Prog Rock twists that keep you on your toes. Released under Epic in Japan, this record is like a rollercoaster for your ears. Liner notes by Jun Kawai add some extra flavor to the mix too. Now, with 14 tracks, there’s plenty to unpack here, but I wanna zoom in on two songs that really stuck with me. First up, "Dirty Black Hole". Man, this one slaps. The riffs are heavy as hell, and there’s this eerie vibe running through it that feels like you’re floating in space but also kinda scared of what’s lurking out there. It’s not just loud for the sake of being loud—it’s got layers, man. You can tell Vai put thought into every note. And honestly? That title alone makes it unforgettable. Then there’s "In My Dreams With You." This track flips the script completely. It’s softer, dreamier, almost like a love letter set to music. But don’t get it twisted—it still packs emotion. There’s something about how smooth the vocals glide over the melody that hits different. Like, you could totally blast this while cruising at night or just chillin’ alone in your room. Either way, it works. The rest of the album keeps the energy high, from the chaotic goodness of “Pig” to the epic journey of “The Road To Mt. Calvary.” Each song has its own personality, which is kinda rare these days when so many albums feel like they blend together after a couple listens. What I love most about Sex Religion is how unapologetically bold it is. Vai isn’t trying to fit into any box—he’s doing his thing, and he’s doing it well. Sure, some parts might feel a little over-the-top if you’re not used to Prog Rock theatrics, but hey, isn’t that the point? Music should take risks, right? Anyway, here’s the kicker—I didn’t expect to compare this album to a bowl of ramen, but hear me out. At first glance, it seems simple enough: noodles, broth, toppings. But once you dig in, you realize there’s so much depth and complexity hiding underneath. Same goes for Sex Religion. It’s more than just another rock album; it’s an experience. So yeah, give it a spin. Just maybe don’t play “Dirty Black Hole” around your grandma unless she’s cool with headbanging.

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Artist: Vai スティーヴヴァイ
Album: Sex Religion セックスレリジョン

Table of Contents

Download

Filename: vai-sex-religion.zip
  • MP3 size: 42 mb
  • FLAC size: 690.2 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Survive = サヴァイヴ4:46
Still My Bleeding Heart = スティル・マイ・ブリーディング・ハート6:00
Pig = ピッグ3:36
Sex & Religion = セックス&レリジョン4:24
Here & Now = ヒア&ナウ4:47
State Of Grace = ステイト・オブ・グレイス1:41
Down Deep Into The Pain = ダウン・ディープ・イントゥ・ザ・ペイン8:01
Dirty Black Hole = ダーティ・ブラック・ホール4:27
Touching Tongues = タッチング・タングス4:33
The Road To Mt. Calvary = ザ・ロード・トゥ・マウント・キャバリー2:35
An Earth Dweller's Return = アン・アース・ドゥウェラーズ・リターン1:03
In My Dreams With You = イン・マイ・ドリーム・ウィズ・ユー5:00
Just Cartilage = ジャスト・カーティレイジ4:23
Rescue Me Or Bury Me = レスキュー・ミー・オア・ベアリー・ミー8:25

Video

VAI - Sex & Religion
VAI - Down Deep Into The Pain Promo Video

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Catalog Numbers

SICP 6181

Labels

Epic

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Reissue

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured BySony Music Labels Inc.
Phonographic Copyright (p)Sony Music Entertainment
Copyright (c)Sony Music Entertainment

Credits

RoleCredit
Liner NotesJun Kawai

Notes

Track 8 is a bonus track for Japan.

Barcodes

  • Barcode (Text): 4 547366 408942
  • Rights Society: JASRAC
  • Price Code ((List price + tax): 定価 ¥1,000 + 税
  • Other (Release date information): 19•7•17 (93•7•22) Ⓨ 再20•1•16まで

About Vai スティーヴヴァイ

Short-lived band formed by guitarist Steve Vai. The four-piece recorded one album, "Sex & Religion

Name Vars

  • Steve Vai
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Members

  • Steve Vai
  • Devin Townsend
  • Terry Bozzio
  • T.M. Stevens

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Steve Vai's album *Sex Religion* is a wild mix of Heavy Metal, Alternative Rock, and Prog Rock? Released in Japan in 2019 under the Epic label, it’s packed with tracks that hit hard emotionally and musically. One standout tune, "Dirty Black Hole," blends raw energy with haunting vibes, while "In My Dreams With You" offers a dreamy yet powerful escape. Liner notes by Jun Kawai add an extra layer of depth to this unique project. It’s like a rollercoaster ride for your ears!

Comments

elf94
2025-03-12
New Age whacko
scriptormalum
2025-03-11
One of the best lyrics on the Planet !
agencianotamil
2025-03-11
On the album, Devon Townsend says he nearly blacked out on that last note. Amazing pipes that guy has!
laurentaylorbaxter
2025-03-10
Devin would have made a most excellent Pinhead cenobite. Hey remakers of Hellraiser, its not too late yet!
melmukute
2025-03-10
Quelle tuerie, j’me souviens de la claque, et devin Townsend quel génie
ivantroisi
2025-03-10
"And those creatures
Evangelist preachers
The ones that take money
For the promise of hope
Well, they are dangerous
I'm not dangerous
Brain washing us
And we're not gonna take it"

I love that part!
jemellen
2025-03-09
everything is amazing ?
etechcruz
2025-03-08
天才が過ぎる。最高。
I’m getting loads of Hellraiser cenobite vibes from this :) I love it ❤
Sex & Religion is a grossly undervalued epic... It was groundbreaking. Would love for Mr. Vai to do more in the same vein as this.
greenmamaandbaby
2025-03-07
Two of the best to do it! I remember when this video was on The Headbanger's Ball, and I had to go get the CD after that!
marketinauftrag
2025-03-06
Terry bozzio on drums. Love it.
sarahgyuris
2025-03-06
devin in full cenobite attire
何十年ぶりに聴くが…やっぱり凄過ぎる曲!!!全員がスペシャル過ぎやろ^_^
rachaelhamilton
2025-03-06
Sin ... ?... wanted pain !!!!! ... Peace, Sante, Luck's, Great, Hapy Life from all, evè ✌????
allison1748794494
2025-03-06
the cenobite theme song
rainbow24bone25
2025-03-05
I still remember buying this on release and being blown away, thinking who is that blowing out his vocal cords.. And at the time this album caught so mush shit too, it was the buildup from Passion and Warfare, and then such a departure that threw people, at least that's who I see it.
briloveislife2014
2025-03-05
Devin's book brought me here.
ahmad93
2025-03-05
Such an amazing array of unique alien skills… so how come they created such an incredibly forgettable album packed with tunes no one can recall
sfriefeld1
2025-03-05
probably the most intimidating band ever existed
waguenegua
2025-03-05
The best song to listen to for conditioning yourself prior to having any kind medical surgery/procedure.
rrcw
2025-03-04
The last time I saw Steve Vai he was sitting with Frank, Ann Rand and Micky Mouse when a big shipping container fell on all their legs and shattered their legs into busted up bits of bone, blood and meat. Now they just work double shifts in a Chinese Chicken shop in Beijing plucking frozen chicken from Peru and whistling dixie.
wpstatusga
2025-03-03
Awesome!