"Ice 9". [ 38 ] Recurring themes Satriani during a concert at the Rijnhal,  Arnhem  (June 12, 2008) Satriani's work frequently makes references to various  science fiction  stories and ideas. "Surfing with the Alien", "Back to  Shalla-Bal " and "The Power Cosmic 2000" refer to the comic book character  Silver Surfer ,