Our 2nd G3 show on this run was in Highland, CA and I felt electrified. Hey, my amps worked! It was like being back in the G3 universe and I was beaming with the feeling of enthusiasm I felt some 27 years ago when we kicked off the first G3 tour with Eric, Joe and myself. The audiences are so supportive. Walking off the stage at the end of the jam, Joe and I turned to each other and in a deep state of appreciation he said “We have to be the 2 luckiest guys in the world.” I agreed. 📸: @steve_rose
Our 2nd G3 show on this run was in Highland, CA and I felt electrified. Hey, my amps worked! It was like being back in the G3 universe and I was beaming with the feeling of enthusiasm I felt some 27 years ago when we kicked off the first G3 tour with Eric, Joe and myself. The audiences are so supportive. Walking off the stage at the end of the jam, Joe and I turned to each other and in a deep state of appreciation he said “We have to be the 2 luckiest guys in the world.” I agreed. 📸: @steve_rose
Our 2nd G3 show on this run was in Highland, CA and I felt electrified. Hey, my amps worked! It was like being back in the G3 universe and I was beaming with the feeling of enthusiasm I felt some 27 years ago when we kicked off the first G3 tour with Eric, Joe and myself. The audiences are so supportive. Walking off the stage at the end of the jam, Joe and I turned to each other and in a deep state of appreciation he said “We have to be the 2 luckiest guys in the world.” I agreed. 📸: @steve_rose
Our 2nd G3 show on this run was in Highland, CA and I felt electrified. Hey, my amps worked! It was like being back in the G3 universe and I was beaming with the feeling of enthusiasm I felt some 27 years ago when we kicked off the first G3 tour with Eric, Joe and myself. The audiences are so supportive. Walking off the stage at the end of the jam, Joe and I turned to each other and in a deep state of appreciation he said “We have to be the 2 luckiest guys in the world.” I agreed. 📸: @steve_rose
Our 2nd G3 show on this run was in Highland, CA and I felt electrified. Hey, my amps worked! It was like being back in the G3 universe and I was beaming with the feeling of enthusiasm I felt some 27 years ago when we kicked off the first G3 tour with Eric, Joe and myself. The audiences are so supportive. Walking off the stage at the end of the jam, Joe and I turned to each other and in a deep state of appreciation he said “We have to be the 2 luckiest guys in the world.” I agreed. 📸: @steve_rose
We kicked off the G3 tour in Tucson on Tuesday, Jan 23rd. It was so nice to be on the stage with Eric and Joe again after performing the first G3 show with the same line up over 27 years ago. It was a bit of a rough start for me. We launched into our first song, “Avalancha”, and within a few minutes my rig went down with a ghost in the machine that could not be traced. We went to my jam rig and jumped back into the song, only to have that amp blow up within a minute. Not a pretty sight but these things can happen. We swapped out another head and finished our set. Unfortunately I was not able to use the Hydra that night because the way the audio outputs on the Hydra work requires my full gig rig and that was down. Oddly enough, I’ve been in worse situations in the past. Note to guitar players, it’s a good idea to have a spare rig or back up pieces to your rig when doing a show with a quick replacement plan. I usually have a full spare rig and several extra heads. And if they all go down, I would plug into someone else’s rig. Hmmm, would that be Eric’s or Joe’s rig? If you are doing a gig and your rig goes down, of greatest importance is to remain calm and focused even though the audience loves to see a good freak out now and then. In worst case scenario, pull your pants down to your ankles, arms up over your head in a display of defeated humiliation. I was almost at that point. Hmm, would the audience laugh or cheer? Maybe I’ll save that for the encore. 📸: @universalhellfireent
We kicked off the G3 tour in Tucson on Tuesday, Jan 23rd. It was so nice to be on the stage with Eric and Joe again after performing the first G3 show with the same line up over 27 years ago. It was a bit of a rough start for me. We launched into our first song, “Avalancha”, and within a few minutes my rig went down with a ghost in the machine that could not be traced. We went to my jam rig and jumped back into the song, only to have that amp blow up within a minute. Not a pretty sight but these things can happen. We swapped out another head and finished our set. Unfortunately I was not able to use the Hydra that night because the way the audio outputs on the Hydra work requires my full gig rig and that was down. Oddly enough, I’ve been in worse situations in the past. Note to guitar players, it’s a good idea to have a spare rig or back up pieces to your rig when doing a show with a quick replacement plan. I usually have a full spare rig and several extra heads. And if they all go down, I would plug into someone else’s rig. Hmmm, would that be Eric’s or Joe’s rig? If you are doing a gig and your rig goes down, of greatest importance is to remain calm and focused even though the audience loves to see a good freak out now and then. In worst case scenario, pull your pants down to your ankles, arms up over your head in a display of defeated humiliation. I was almost at that point. Hmm, would the audience laugh or cheer? Maybe I’ll save that for the encore. 📸: @universalhellfireent
We kicked off the G3 tour in Tucson on Tuesday, Jan 23rd. It was so nice to be on the stage with Eric and Joe again after performing the first G3 show with the same line up over 27 years ago. It was a bit of a rough start for me. We launched into our first song, “Avalancha”, and within a few minutes my rig went down with a ghost in the machine that could not be traced. We went to my jam rig and jumped back into the song, only to have that amp blow up within a minute. Not a pretty sight but these things can happen. We swapped out another head and finished our set. Unfortunately I was not able to use the Hydra that night because the way the audio outputs on the Hydra work requires my full gig rig and that was down. Oddly enough, I’ve been in worse situations in the past. Note to guitar players, it’s a good idea to have a spare rig or back up pieces to your rig when doing a show with a quick replacement plan. I usually have a full spare rig and several extra heads. And if they all go down, I would plug into someone else’s rig. Hmmm, would that be Eric’s or Joe’s rig? If you are doing a gig and your rig goes down, of greatest importance is to remain calm and focused even though the audience loves to see a good freak out now and then. In worst case scenario, pull your pants down to your ankles, arms up over your head in a display of defeated humiliation. I was almost at that point. Hmm, would the audience laugh or cheer? Maybe I’ll save that for the encore. 📸: @universalhellfireent
We kicked off the G3 tour in Tucson on Tuesday, Jan 23rd. It was so nice to be on the stage with Eric and Joe again after performing the first G3 show with the same line up over 27 years ago. It was a bit of a rough start for me. We launched into our first song, “Avalancha”, and within a few minutes my rig went down with a ghost in the machine that could not be traced. We went to my jam rig and jumped back into the song, only to have that amp blow up within a minute. Not a pretty sight but these things can happen. We swapped out another head and finished our set. Unfortunately I was not able to use the Hydra that night because the way the audio outputs on the Hydra work requires my full gig rig and that was down. Oddly enough, I’ve been in worse situations in the past. Note to guitar players, it’s a good idea to have a spare rig or back up pieces to your rig when doing a show with a quick replacement plan. I usually have a full spare rig and several extra heads. And if they all go down, I would plug into someone else’s rig. Hmmm, would that be Eric’s or Joe’s rig? If you are doing a gig and your rig goes down, of greatest importance is to remain calm and focused even though the audience loves to see a good freak out now and then. In worst case scenario, pull your pants down to your ankles, arms up over your head in a display of defeated humiliation. I was almost at that point. Hmm, would the audience laugh or cheer? Maybe I’ll save that for the encore. 📸: @universalhellfireent
The G3 tour is going by too fast! We are truly having a blast. In Reno we were graced by the appearance of the inimitable David Coverdale, leader of @whitesnake, vocalist extraordinaire, dear brother, and overall massively charming and gifted gentleman that intensely rocks. It was so great to see him. Also, our show in Oakland was strong and the audience was just off the hook. We were joined by great players @vicjohnson77 and @dougdopplermusic for the jam. It was nice to feel those other players on stage and watch them tear it up so beautifully. Doug is an ol’ friend that I’ve known since the early days of my arrival in Los Angeles in the 80’s. Besides being a key component to the oversight and success of the Vai Academy camps, he’s a powerful player. Check out his “Nu Instrumental” record.
The G3 tour is going by too fast! We are truly having a blast. In Reno we were graced by the appearance of the inimitable David Coverdale, leader of @whitesnake, vocalist extraordinaire, dear brother, and overall massively charming and gifted gentleman that intensely rocks. It was so great to see him. Also, our show in Oakland was strong and the audience was just off the hook. We were joined by great players @vicjohnson77 and @dougdopplermusic for the jam. It was nice to feel those other players on stage and watch them tear it up so beautifully. Doug is an ol’ friend that I’ve known since the early days of my arrival in Los Angeles in the 80’s. Besides being a key component to the oversight and success of the Vai Academy camps, he’s a powerful player. Check out his “Nu Instrumental” record.
The G3 tour is going by too fast! We are truly having a blast. In Reno we were graced by the appearance of the inimitable David Coverdale, leader of @whitesnake, vocalist extraordinaire, dear brother, and overall massively charming and gifted gentleman that intensely rocks. It was so great to see him. Also, our show in Oakland was strong and the audience was just off the hook. We were joined by great players @vicjohnson77 and @dougdopplermusic for the jam. It was nice to feel those other players on stage and watch them tear it up so beautifully. Doug is an ol’ friend that I’ve known since the early days of my arrival in Los Angeles in the 80’s. Besides being a key component to the oversight and success of the Vai Academy camps, he’s a powerful player. Check out his “Nu Instrumental” record.
The G3 tour is going by too fast! We are truly having a blast. In Reno we were graced by the appearance of the inimitable David Coverdale, leader of @whitesnake, vocalist extraordinaire, dear brother, and overall massively charming and gifted gentleman that intensely rocks. It was so great to see him. Also, our show in Oakland was strong and the audience was just off the hook. We were joined by great players @vicjohnson77 and @dougdopplermusic for the jam. It was nice to feel those other players on stage and watch them tear it up so beautifully. Doug is an ol’ friend that I’ve known since the early days of my arrival in Los Angeles in the 80’s. Besides being a key component to the oversight and success of the Vai Academy camps, he’s a powerful player. Check out his “Nu Instrumental” record.
The G3 tour is going by too fast! We are truly having a blast. In Reno we were graced by the appearance of the inimitable David Coverdale, leader of @whitesnake, vocalist extraordinaire, dear brother, and overall massively charming and gifted gentleman that intensely rocks. It was so great to see him. Also, our show in Oakland was strong and the audience was just off the hook. We were joined by great players @vicjohnson77 and @dougdopplermusic for the jam. It was nice to feel those other players on stage and watch them tear it up so beautifully. Doug is an ol’ friend that I’ve known since the early days of my arrival in Los Angeles in the 80’s. Besides being a key component to the oversight and success of the Vai Academy camps, he’s a powerful player. Check out his “Nu Instrumental” record.
The G3 tour is going by too fast! We are truly having a blast. In Reno we were graced by the appearance of the inimitable David Coverdale, leader of @whitesnake, vocalist extraordinaire, dear brother, and overall massively charming and gifted gentleman that intensely rocks. It was so great to see him. Also, our show in Oakland was strong and the audience was just off the hook. We were joined by great players @vicjohnson77 and @dougdopplermusic for the jam. It was nice to feel those other players on stage and watch them tear it up so beautifully. Doug is an ol’ friend that I’ve known since the early days of my arrival in Los Angeles in the 80’s. Besides being a key component to the oversight and success of the Vai Academy camps, he’s a powerful player. Check out his “Nu Instrumental” record.
We wrapped up our glorious 27 year G3 anniversary tour this weekend in LA. The whole tour was an exceptional life experience. Being on the road with this entourage was like touring in a warm float tank. It was a pleasure beyond measure. Eric and Joe never cease to amaze and inspire me with their brilliance and innovation. And to feel them on stage every night trading riffs in our jams was uplifting and exhilarating! On top of all that, they are solid good people and cherished friends. Big time thanks to our crew and management that worked so hard to make it the exceptional experience that it was, and to all the folks that came to enjoy the shows. Your support is humbling🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Group Photo: @jenrosenstein All Other Photos: @superdrumtech
We wrapped up our glorious 27 year G3 anniversary tour this weekend in LA. The whole tour was an exceptional life experience. Being on the road with this entourage was like touring in a warm float tank. It was a pleasure beyond measure. Eric and Joe never cease to amaze and inspire me with their brilliance and innovation. And to feel them on stage every night trading riffs in our jams was uplifting and exhilarating! On top of all that, they are solid good people and cherished friends. Big time thanks to our crew and management that worked so hard to make it the exceptional experience that it was, and to all the folks that came to enjoy the shows. Your support is humbling🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Group Photo: @jenrosenstein All Other Photos: @superdrumtech
We wrapped up our glorious 27 year G3 anniversary tour this weekend in LA. The whole tour was an exceptional life experience. Being on the road with this entourage was like touring in a warm float tank. It was a pleasure beyond measure. Eric and Joe never cease to amaze and inspire me with their brilliance and innovation. And to feel them on stage every night trading riffs in our jams was uplifting and exhilarating! On top of all that, they are solid good people and cherished friends. Big time thanks to our crew and management that worked so hard to make it the exceptional experience that it was, and to all the folks that came to enjoy the shows. Your support is humbling🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Group Photo: @jenrosenstein All Other Photos: @superdrumtech
We wrapped up our glorious 27 year G3 anniversary tour this weekend in LA. The whole tour was an exceptional life experience. Being on the road with this entourage was like touring in a warm float tank. It was a pleasure beyond measure. Eric and Joe never cease to amaze and inspire me with their brilliance and innovation. And to feel them on stage every night trading riffs in our jams was uplifting and exhilarating! On top of all that, they are solid good people and cherished friends. Big time thanks to our crew and management that worked so hard to make it the exceptional experience that it was, and to all the folks that came to enjoy the shows. Your support is humbling🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Group Photo: @jenrosenstein All Other Photos: @superdrumtech
We wrapped up our glorious 27 year G3 anniversary tour this weekend in LA. The whole tour was an exceptional life experience. Being on the road with this entourage was like touring in a warm float tank. It was a pleasure beyond measure. Eric and Joe never cease to amaze and inspire me with their brilliance and innovation. And to feel them on stage every night trading riffs in our jams was uplifting and exhilarating! On top of all that, they are solid good people and cherished friends. Big time thanks to our crew and management that worked so hard to make it the exceptional experience that it was, and to all the folks that came to enjoy the shows. Your support is humbling🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Group Photo: @jenrosenstein All Other Photos: @superdrumtech
We wrapped up our glorious 27 year G3 anniversary tour this weekend in LA. The whole tour was an exceptional life experience. Being on the road with this entourage was like touring in a warm float tank. It was a pleasure beyond measure. Eric and Joe never cease to amaze and inspire me with their brilliance and innovation. And to feel them on stage every night trading riffs in our jams was uplifting and exhilarating! On top of all that, they are solid good people and cherished friends. Big time thanks to our crew and management that worked so hard to make it the exceptional experience that it was, and to all the folks that came to enjoy the shows. Your support is humbling🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Group Photo: @jenrosenstein All Other Photos: @superdrumtech
We wrapped up our glorious 27 year G3 anniversary tour this weekend in LA. The whole tour was an exceptional life experience. Being on the road with this entourage was like touring in a warm float tank. It was a pleasure beyond measure. Eric and Joe never cease to amaze and inspire me with their brilliance and innovation. And to feel them on stage every night trading riffs in our jams was uplifting and exhilarating! On top of all that, they are solid good people and cherished friends. Big time thanks to our crew and management that worked so hard to make it the exceptional experience that it was, and to all the folks that came to enjoy the shows. Your support is humbling🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Group Photo: @jenrosenstein All Other Photos: @superdrumtech
Joe and @SteveVaiHimself discuss their favorite tracks from each other’s discography along with a dive into techniques and playing styles! 🎸🎸 Shows & Tix for the upcoming Satch/Vai tour this spring at 🔗 in bio or satriani.com/road & vai.com/tourdates #JoeSatriani #SteveVai #SatchVai
