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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:50
About this song
Alison by Slowdive is in E major (estimated), around 100 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:50 (Electric guitar (jazz), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), Pad 5 (bowed), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and a solo. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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B2 – B3 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of E major
E major is the 5th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are E, A, and B.
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Alison appears on the soundtrack of Upside Down: The Creation Records Story.