The
Alive and Dead EP compiles a handful of live songs culled from Six Feet Under's debut album,
Haunted, and features three new studio tracks, including a cover of
Judas Priest's "Grinder." While it's quite interesting to hear how Chris Barnes' colossal voice carries in a live setting, there isn't anything too special about this album -- it's a standard issue stopgap release, albeit one by an exceptional group. However, that in itself makes
Alive and Dead worth seeking out, especially for fervent fans looking for some live recordings. ~ Jason Birchmeier