Latest about Steve Vai
Steve Vai considers this solo to be his “ultimate achievement” – and one fan’s cover has left him in awe
Vai has singled out an aspiring player on Instagram for their flawless cover
“Steve Vai goes, ‘I’ve been thinking about this a long time. He’s a really good guitar player.’ That’s unusual’”: Paul Reed Smith on the time John Mayer was hailed by a shred hero – and why he found it strange
Smith recalls Vai singling out Mayer for praise – and reveals what Mayer’s songwriting background means for his overall guitar style
A guide to all of Whitesnake's A-team guitarists
David Coverdale’s revolving door of talent has included some of the finest rock guitarists of all time. This is how they each contributed to the many-times-platinum band's legacy
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Joe Satriani reveals how Satch/Vai’s onstage chemistry works – and why sometimes some songs are best left to Steve Vai
Satch says playing with Steve Vai is an opportunity to expand each other's material, but says maintaining one clear voice for melodies and solos is key
The SatchVai Band's new single is an ode to the instrument that made them famous – and it features Glenn Hughes on vocals
Guitar World and Guitar Player have an exclusive premiere of the '70s-flavored track, which arrives a month and change ahead of the band's first tour
Matteo Mancuso has become one of the hottest guitar talents on the planet – now he’s finally announced his first headline US tour
The generational guitar player will be heading out on his first extended run of headline dates in the US and Canada this year
Joe Satriani plays For the Love of God? Steve Vai and Satch tackle each other’s most iconic leads in first SatchVai Band rehearsal footage
Always With Me, Always With You and If I Could Fly are among the classics getting the dual-guitar treatment
Steve Vai on how players can instantly change their guitar tone – without buying new gear
The virtuoso has offered some sage advice that can help players achieve instant results without having to spend any money
