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When I set out to record Passion and Warfare, I had my own studio and myself. At that time I received a request from a young French engineering student named Pascal Fillet, that needed to fill his school requirements by spending real hours in a recording studio. Pascal wrote and asked if I would consider having him in Los Angeles to help with these sessions. It was as if that request came at the perfect time and I just got a great vibe about it, so I accepted his request. What I didn’t know was how vital his contribution would be and what a skilled, precise, professional and overall great energy he would be. ![]()
We worked feverishly around the clock to finish PAW in time. Many days we worked shifts around the clock. When we finished the record, I grabbed the master tapes and went directly to Bernie Grundman to have it mastered. Right from Bernie's mastering lab, I went directly to the airport to leave for the 13 month Whitesnake tour. There was literally not an hour to spare. ![]()
If not for the dedication and skill of Pascal, PAW would not have been released until a year later… Phewwww!![]()
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Recently, Pascal did an interview where he divulges his experience working on PAW in a way no one else could. He was the one that was there for the vast majority of the production, and he’s the one that held it all together. In this interview you will glean an insight into aspects of the recording of Passion and Warfare that are not available from any other authentic source. ![]()
Thanks again Pascal.![]()
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Check it out here: www.facebook.com/UnitedGuitarsArmy/videos/702635841641476
"And I’m feelin’ good."![]()
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Carlos Arellano: Tour manager & FOH sound engineer![]()
Philip Bynoe: Bass![]()
Jeremy Colson: Drums![]()
Dante Frisiello & Dave Weiner: Guitar & keyboards![]()
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Christopher Huber: Drum tech & video director![]()
Fire Vai: EVO meet & greet, Merchandise![]()
Julian Vai: EVO meet & greet, Production assistant![]()
Douglas Macarthur & Thomas Nordegg: Guitar Techs![]()
Daniel Gonzalez: Monitor engineer, Vocals (FTLOG)![]()
Nicholas Scout: Guitar Tech, Guitar![]()
Philip Rice, Blayne Sovia & Javier Jasso: Lighting Directors![]()
Tareq Knocks, Keegan Hughes & Pepe Garcia: Merchandise![]()
Mavis Ma: Production Assistant, Promoter (East West Best)![]()
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Randy Salcedo & Chloe Peachey: Booking Agents (Sound Talent Group)![]()
Steve Karas: Press agent![]()
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Favored Nations/Mascot Label Group: Label – Ed van Zijl (Owner) & Lauren Schuller (P.M.)![]()
Pamela Dancy: Bookkeeping![]()
Steven & Stephanie Bradley: Digital/Social Media, (9/9)![]()
Jeroen Noordhuis: Vai.com![]()
Michael Mesker: Art Design![]()
Greg Wurth: Studio engineer![]()
Margaret & Stacy Robley: CPA (R&R Business Management)![]()
Gerald F. Rosenblatt: Legal (Law Office of Gerald F. Rosenblatt)![]()
John Germinario: EVO Premium Package (237 Global)![]()
Matt Wood: MerchNow![]()
Jukka Iisakkila: Maestro (Conductor)![]()
Co de Kloet: Creative Catalyst![]()
Danny Heaps: Vai Academy Chief (Dreamcatcher)![]()
Ricardo Cappelli: AGS Masterclass Producer![]()
Tony Sartino: Wardrobe![]()
Jason Henke: Management (Vector Entertainment) ![]()
Christina Bekin & Disraeli Balthasar: Management (The Creamery)![]()
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DiMarzio![]()
Ernie Ball![]()
Fractal Audio ![]()
Synergy Guitar Amps![]()
Roland![]()
Fryette![]()
Digitech![]()
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Did this really happen? The Inviolate world tour saturated the entire globe. It’s far beyond anything I could have imagined when I was a kid practicing feverishly in my teenage bedroom. Traveling The World like this with my band, crew & family, touching & tasting all these magnificent cultures & feeling the powerful energy from the audiences was a transformative experience. I am eternally grateful to all the fans that came out showing their enthusiastic support & to my band, team Vai crew, & all the promoters. Your efforts, support & love have made this phenomenal experience a reality. My cup runneth over.
Latest Note from Steve
Sep
12
2023
G3 Reunion Tour!
G3 is back! After close to 30 years, the original G3 lineup will be going out again with myself, Joe and Eric. I’ve been hoping for this for as long as many of you have, and I’m so looking forward to being on that stage with my G3 brothers again.
Details at www.g3tour.com
Tickets presale 9/13 and onsale 9/15
Latest News
Nov
08
2023
Steve Vai & Joe Satriani Tour happening!
For the first time ever, after more than 50 years of friendship, it’s the Satch-Vai 2024 Tour! Believe it not, this is the first time Joe and Steve will tour as a duo-bill, and it comes along with plans to release a new musical collaboration. “The Satch/Vai Tour is happening! I’m so looking forward to…> Read More
Sep
14
2023
Guitar Rig Rundown by Premier Guitar
Check out this new Guitar Rig Rundown done by Premier Guitar, of Steve’s 2023 Inviolate Tour Rig, featuring Doug MacArthur: Read more on their website: https://www.premierguitar.com/videos/rig-rundowns/steve-vai-2023
Sep
12
2023
G3 Reunion Tour!
G3 is back! After close to 30 years, the original G3 lineup will be going out again with myself, Joe and Eric. I’ve been hoping for this for as long as many of you have, and I’m so looking forward to being on that stage with my G3 brothers again. Details at www.g3tour.com Tickets presale…> Read More
Aug
10
2023
11-8 Saskatoon Show cancelled
Due to unforseen circumstances, our show tomorrow in Saskatoon has been cancelled. Refunds will be processed automatically and will appear back on your credit card within 7 business days. Please email customersupport@f7entertainment.com if you have any additional questions or concerns.
Jul
27
2023
Vai Academy 7
Join us January 2-5, 2024 in Orlando for Vai Academy 7.0! 4 days & nights of non-stop next gen guitar with me, @ichika_mo @marcin.music @mateusasato @dey_bass @danielegottardo @thew6rst @scottielepage sarahlongfield @matteomancuso.guitar @yvetteyoung @jeremy.colson.315 @philipbynoe @dantefrisiello @larrymitchellsphotos @daveweinerguitar @dougdopplermusic & @stigmathisenmusic! Register now thru this link and we will see you in Florida.
Jul
26
2023
Guitarworks Contest
Guitarworks is holding a contest where you can win VIP Meet & Greet tickets and an Ibanez Jem Jr. Enter to win here: https://guitarworks.ca/pages/ultimate-steve-vai-contest
TOURDATES
For all upcoming shows, check our tourdates page
02 January 2024
Omni ChampionsGate Resort
Orlando, FL US
Vai Academy 7.0
23 January 2024
Rialto Theatre
Tuscon AZ USA
G3
25 January 2024
Yaamava Resort & Casino
Highland CA USA
G3
26 January 2024
Talking Stick Resort Ballroom
Scotsdale AZ USA
G3
27 January 2024
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Las Vegas NV USA
G3
29 January 2024
First Interstate Center for the Arts
Spokane WA USA
G3
31 January 2024
The Moore Theatre
Seattle WA USA
G3
01 February 2024
Historic Elsinore Theatre
Salem OR USA
G3
02 February 2024
Grand Sierra Reno
Reno NV USA
G3
03 February 2024
Fox Theater
Oakland CA USA
G3
