Vai keeps a massive archive of song notes and taped snippets, meaning that some of his classic songs existed in the ether for ages before he finished them.

In the 6th grade, PS122 gave all students a music test to see if anyone had an aptitude for it. The next year, when I went to junior high school, I was placed in the junior band. I wanted the trumpet, ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Daniel Knighton/Getty Images Joe Satriani and Steve Vai’s collaboration on the Satch/Vai ...

Following the release of their new song, "The Sea of Emotion, Pt. 1," guitar legends Steve Vai and Joe Satriani joined Chuck Armstrong on Loudwire Nights to celebrate their first official recording ...