'' The Extremist '' is the fourth studio album by guitarist Joe Satriani , released on July 21 , 1992 through Relativity Records The album is one of Satriani 's most popular releases and his highest-charting to date , reaching No. 22 on the U.S. '' Billboard '' 200 and remaining on that chart for 28 weeks , as well as reaching the top 50 in six other countries . Three singles reached '' Billboard '' 's Mainstream Rock chart : " Summer Song " at No. 5 , " Friends " at No. 12 and " Cryin ' " at No. 24 . '' The Extremist '' was certified Gold on December 22 , 1992 . and received a nomination for Best Rock Instrumental Performance at the 1993 Grammy Awards ; this being Satriani 's fourth such nomination
1993 Grammy Awards
35th Annual Grammy Awards
The Extremist