Pacy guitarist Joseph "Joe" Satriani has long been revered among guitar enthusiasts, often described as “the god of guitar-playing” for his technical mastery and influence in instrumental rock music.
Born on July 15, 1956, in Westbury, New York, Joe Satriani comes from a family of Italian heritage. His passion for music began in early childhood. However, his pivotal moment came at age 14 when he learned of Jimi Hendrix's death. So impacted was he by Hendrix’s artistry that Joe made the life-changing decision during football practice to leave the sport and pursue the guitar full-time.
What sets Satriani apart among guitarists is his unique blend of technical proficiency and melodic composition. A multi-instrumentalist, he is known for integrating deep musical theory into accessible instrumental compositions. His work is recognized for its ease on the ears despite being notoriously difficult to replicate. His fingering technique, music-reading fluency, and DIY approach to developing original instrumental music have made him a standout figure in modern guitar playing.
By 2015, Satriani had cemented his status as one of the most commercially successful solo guitarists in the world. He is also renowned as a mentor, having taught and influenced an array of acclaimed guitarists, including Steve Vai, Rick Hunolt, Andy Timmons, and Charlie Hunter.
His discography includes 15 studio albums as of 2015, with standout releases such as Surfing With the Alien, Flying in a Blue Dream, The Extremist, Time Machine, Crystal Planet, Engines of Creation, and Black Swans and Wormhole Wizards. His 2015 release, Shockwave Supernova, received continued acclaim from fans and critics alike.
| Description: | Album by Joe Satriani |
| Net Worth 2021: | 12 million |
