His 1990 album Passion and Warfare is often cited by critics and fans alike as among his best works. He was influenced by guitarists including Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Brian May, Jimmy Page, Glen Buxton, and jazz fusion guitarist Allan Holdsworth.Steve Vai has been called a guitar virtuoso. In 1974, he took guitar lessons from guitarist Joe Satriani.
In 1999 Vai started his own record label Favored Nations.Vai began playing guitar in 1973, at the age of 13. Vai has been a regular touring member of the G3 Concert Tour which began in 1995. He has also recorded and toured with Public Image Ltd., Alcatrazz, David Lee Roth and Whitesnake. He began a solo career in 1983, has released eight solo albums and won three Grammy Awards. After starting his career as a music transcriptionist for Frank Zappa, Vai recorded and toured in Zappa's band for two years, from 1980 to 1982.
Steven Siro Vai (born June 6, 1960) is an American guitarist, songwriter and producer who has sold over 15 million albums.
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