Steve Vai with Joe Satriani and SatchVai

Born in New York, Grammy-winning guitarist Steve Vai is an instrumental rock virtuoso who studied under Joe Satriani before playing with Frank Zappa, David Lee Roth, and Whitesnake. His acclaimed 1990 solo album Passion and Warfare reshaped guitar rock.

Joe Satriani, a guitar virtuoso from Long Island, rose to fame with his instrumental album "Surfing with the Alien". Known for teaching legends like Steve Vai and Kirk Hammett, he has collaborated with Mick Jagger, Deep Purple, and the supergroup Chickenfoot. Notable works include "Flying in a Blue Dream" and "Crystal Planet". Satriani’s signature Ibanez guitars and the iconic G3 tour cemented his status. His music continues to captivate fans worldwide.