Steve Vai

Steve Vai

Birth : 1960-06-06, Long Island, New York, USA

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Steve Vai

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Steve Vai - His First 30 Years: The Documentary
Self / Johnny Vai (voice) (as Reckless Fable)
This is the first documentary covering Steve Vai's life from 1960 to 1990. (Co-written by Steve Vai.) Cover Vai's life growing up all the way until 1990's Passion and Warfare album.
Steve Vai - His First 30 Years: The Documentary
Co-Writer
This is the first documentary covering Steve Vai's life from 1960 to 1990. (Co-written by Steve Vai.) Cover Vai's life growing up all the way until 1990's Passion and Warfare album.
The Pedal Movie
For the first time ever, the story of guitar pedals and effects will be told by the people who make them and the artists that use them. Coming in 2021, The Pedal Movie, Reverb's first-ever feature-length film, will dive into the culture of pedals and tell the story of how a small industry grew from a handful of companies into the galaxy of different makers building pedals today.
Zappa
Self - Played with Zappa 1980-1982
With the help of more than 10,000 dedicated Zappa fans, this is the long-awaited definitive documentary project of Alex Winter documenting the life and career of enigmatic groundbreaking rock star Frank Zappa. Alex also utilizes in this picture thousands of hours of painstakingly digitized videos, photos, audio, writing, and everything in between from Zappa's private archives. These chronicles have never been brought to a public audience before, until now.
Devin Townsend's Crappy Halloween Party
Himself
Devin Townsend's livestreamed Halloween concert from October 2020. With quest appearances from Anneke van Giersbergen, Steve Vai and Gene Hoglan.
Devin Townsend - Empath - The Ultimate Edition (5.1 Surround Sound Mix)
Himself
‘Empath – The Ultimate Edition’ is the definitive version of Devin Townsend’s acclaimed 2019 album Empath. Featuring the original album & bonus disc, it also includes 2 Blu-Ray discs, the first of which contains a brand new 5.1 surround sound mix by Devin, as well as visuals for each track on the main album, plus a visualizer for the stereo version of the album. The second blu-ray disc contains ‘Acoustically Inclined – Live in Leeds’, a live show filmed during the April 2019 acoustic tour, as well as the Empath Documentary, ‘Genesis’ 5.1 mixing lesson, acoustic gear tour, a full Empath album commentary, and a video for the bonus track ‘King’. This is all contained within a hardback artbook with expanded artwork and photos, as well as new liner notes by Dave Everley.
#NoJoke
Himself
A musician's journey to create a song with some of the biggest stars in the industry. Along the way, he faces up to his painful past, while giving viewers a deep personal insight into the issue of bullying.
In Your Face: The Neil Zlozower Story
Himself
Rock music and rock photography are synonymous for the wild antics of their rockstars with one common denominator: Neil Zlozower, photographer extraordinaire and in-your-face madman. The daily dalliances of 'Zloz' as part of the rock n' roll stage show, in front and behind the stage and in the studio, are well documented and collaborated by the stars themselves - While his 'unique' communication skills may leave a lot to be desired in the real world, the end result of his work can only be described as phenomenal. No other photographer had the access, the attitude and lifestyle to bring a seductive photo perspective, a peep show if you will, of the down and out lifestyle of rockstars through the professional lens of 'Zloz'.
Hired Gun
Self
A documentary film about session and touring musicians that are hired by well-established and famous bands and artists. These people may not be household names, but are still top-notch performers!
Steve Vai : Rock In Rio 2015
Guitars
Steve Vai and Camerata Florianópolis at Cidade do Rock, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on September 25, 2015. Setlist: Kill the Guy With the Ball / Racing the World / The Murder / Velorum / Whispering a Prayer / The Crying Machine / Lotus Feet / Fire Garden Suite IV - Taurus Bulba / Liberty / For the Love of God
Sepultura: Rock in Rio USA 2015
Guitars
Sepultura at City of Rock MGM Resorts Festival Grounds, Las Vegas, NV, USA. Setlist: The Vatican / Kairos Propaganda / Breed Apart / Manipulation of Tragedy / Dialog / Sepultura Under My Skin Arise / Refuse/Resist / Kaiowas - Bad Horsie - Kaiowas (with Steve Vai) / Roots Bloody Roots (with Steve Vai)
Steve Vai: Stillness in Motion - Vai Live in L.A.
Himself
Stillness In Motion - Vai Live in L.A., a spectacular performance recorded October 12, 2012 at Club Nokia in Los Angeles revisits the 49th concert from Vai's monumental Story of Light World Tour. Running from 2012 through 2014, The Story of Light World Tour totaled out at 253 engagements (including shows, master classes and concerts with various orchestras) in 52 countries. In addition to the full Club Nokia performance, Stillness In Motion includes a bonus feature premiering "The Space Between the Notes (Tour Mischief)," a revelatory video diary comprised of more than three and a half hours of footage, lensed around the world on-stage, off-stage and behind-the-scenes during Vai's epic Story of Light World Tour.
Remaking the Legend: Halo 2 Anniversary
Remaking the Legend - Halo 2: Anniversary is a documentary chronicling 343 Industries’ journey as they re-imagine Halo 2, one of the most beloved video games of all time, for its ten-year anniversary. Get unprecedented access to the development process as 343 and their team of partners from around the world bring Halo 2 to the Xbox One, while maintaining and honoring its fabled past.
Frank Zappa - Summer '82: When Zappa Came to Sicily
Himself
In the feature documentary, Summer 82 - When Zappa Came to Sicily, filmmaker and Zappa fan Salvo Cuccia tells the behind-the-scenes story of Frank Zappa's star-crossed concert in Palermo, Sicily, the wrap-up to a European tour that ended in public disturbances and police intervention. Cuccia had a ticket to the concert but never made it. Thirty years later, collaborating with Zappa's family, he re-creates the events through a combination of rare concert and backstage footage; photographs; anecdotes from family, band members, and concertgoers; and insights from Zappa biographer and friend Massimo Bassoli. The story is also a personal one, as Cuccia interweaves the story of Zappa's trip to Sicily with his own memories from that summer.
G3: Live in Moscow
Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet
Self
When doctors diagnosed 19-year-old rock star Jason Becker with Lou Gehrig's Disease, they said he would never make music again and that he wouldn’t live to see his 25th birthday. 22 years later, without the ability to move or to speak, Jason is alive and making music with his eyes.
Whitesnake: Live At Donington 1990
Himself
Whitesnake, recorded live at the Monsters Of Rock Festival, Castle Donington on 18th August 1990. This incendiary performance marked the band's third Donington appearance and their second time headlining the famous festival.
Lemmy
Self
Over four decades, Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister has registered an immeasurable impact on music history. Nearly 65, he remains the living embodiment of the rock and roll lifestyle, and this feature-length documentary tells his story, one of a hard-living rock icon who continues to enjoy the life of a man half his age.
Live Music
Riff
A crowdsourced animated musical about a rock n' roll guitar that falls in love to the wrong song but ends up with the violin of his dreams.
Steve Vai: Where The Wild Things Are
Himself
Taken from a two hour and 40 minute sold out show recorded at The State theatre in Minneapolis, WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE is yet another live showcase of meticulously mapped Steve Vai compositions. Much of the material is new, and tested out in front of an unfamiliar but eager audience, with Vai exercising his chops to the limits.
Rock Prophecies
Self
A documentary about rock 'n' roll photographer Robert M. Knight and his mission to find the world's best new guitar player.
Frank Zappa: The Torture Never Stops
Himself
Halloween, New York City, 1981 Live at The Palladium with Ray White, Steve Vai, Bobby Martin, Tommy Mars, Ed Mann, Scott Thunes, Chad Wackerman
Crazy
Executive Producer
Crazy is the story of a legendary guitar player who emerged from Nashville in the 1950s. Blessed with incomparable, natural talent, Hank Garland quickly established his reputation as the finest sessions player in Nashville.
Crazy
Hank Williams
Crazy is the story of a legendary guitar player who emerged from Nashville in the 1950s. Blessed with incomparable, natural talent, Hank Garland quickly established his reputation as the finest sessions player in Nashville.
Zappa Plays Zappa
Himself
Zappa Plays Zappa is the name of a concert tour and band led by Dweezil Zappa, the oldest son of the late composer and musician Frank Zappa. The show is a collection of Frank Zappa's rock-oriented compositions from 1960s to 1980s. Features Dweezil on lead guitar, Napoleon Murphy Brock (sax, flute, vocals), drummer/singer Terry Bozzio and electric guitarist Steve Vai.
Steve Vai: Visual Sound Theories
Himself
Visual Sound Theories consistes of orchestral music and other rich compostional pieces that Steve has written. Vai was commissioned to compose an hour of music for the Metropole Orkest in Holland but ended up putting together an exceptional two hours of quality work. The first CD of this double disc masterpiece has Steve conducting while the second CD contains conpositions of him playing guitar with the Orchestra. This new album is sure to impress the masses as it highlights some of Steve Vai's best work.
G3 - Live in Tokyo
Producer
G3, a guitar supergroup that features top-tier shredders Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, and John Petrucci, is a guitar-lover's dream come true. The band's usual high energy is cranked up even higher on this live Tokyo date, and the amount of heavy riffing and blistering leads throughout the set is mightily ferocious. Petrucci, who rose to prominence in the progressive metal band Dream Theater, distinguishes himself here, and proves that his six-string skills are on par with revered axe-slinging of Vai and Satriani. In addition to some extended jams, there are covers of classic, guitar-defining rock songs (Deep Purple's "Smoke On the Water" and Jimi Hendrix's "Foxey Lady," among them) that add a dash of fun to the jaw-dropping pyrotechnics on offer.
G3 - Live in Tokyo
Guitar
G3, a guitar supergroup that features top-tier shredders Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, and John Petrucci, is a guitar-lover's dream come true. The band's usual high energy is cranked up even higher on this live Tokyo date, and the amount of heavy riffing and blistering leads throughout the set is mightily ferocious. Petrucci, who rose to prominence in the progressive metal band Dream Theater, distinguishes himself here, and proves that his six-string skills are on par with revered axe-slinging of Vai and Satriani. In addition to some extended jams, there are covers of classic, guitar-defining rock songs (Deep Purple's "Smoke On the Water" and Jimi Hendrix's "Foxey Lady," among them) that add a dash of fun to the jaw-dropping pyrotechnics on offer.
RUMBLE ROSES Original Soundtrack DVD
Original Music Composer
A total of 23 songs including "Yankee Roses" from the video game Rumble Roses. DVD also include special screensavers, in-game movies, and special music videos!
Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2004
Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2004 Recorded Live at the Cotton Bowl, Dallas, Texas
G3: Live in Denver
Himself
Joe Satriani, Yngwie Malmsteen and Steve Vai make up the all-star group G3, who came together in October of 2003 for a series of shows throughout the United States. The trio's amazing guitar prowess is showcased in songs such as "Satch Boogie", "Midnight", "I Know You're Here", "Evil Eye", "Far Beyond the Sun" and many others.
Steve Vai: Live at the Astoria London
Guitar virtuoso Steve Vai teams up with bassist Billy Sheehan, drummer Virgil Donati, guitarist Dave Weiner and keyboardist/guitarist Tony McAlpine for an amazing, one of a kind show at the Astoria in London.
G3: Live In Concert
G3: Live in Concert is a live album and DVD by the G3 project, led by Joe Satriani. It was released in 1997 by Epic Records. This lineup of G3 includes Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson and Steve Vai. In 2005, a DVD of this concert was also released.
Steve Vai - Alien Love Secrets
Himself
Full performances of all seven songs from Alien Love Secrets. The performance features Steve's power trio of Robbie Harrington on bass, Chris Frazier on drums, and of course Steve himself on guitar. This unique performance video format allows you a special view into both Steve's guitar playing, as well as the creative musical mood and aura of each song. Featured songs include: Juice Die To Live and the grand finale power guitar ballad Tender Surrender.
Joe Satriani: The Satch Tapes
Himself
When Joe Satriani's Surfing With The Alien hit the street in 1987, people took the record to heart. The unknown artist on the then underground Relativity label struck the right chord with music fans around the world with his powerful signature style. A baffled and astonished record industry could only step back and watch in amazement as Surfing With The Alien went on to defy traditional instrumental rock limitations to become a multi-million selling GRAMMY(r)-nominated critical tour de force. Joe was touted as the soft-spoken maverick, a rock and roll guitar-slinger who proved there was an audience for music that didn't fit into tidy categories and opened the door for the slew of rock instrumentalists who have since followed his path.
Encino Man
Music
High school misfits Stoney and Dave discover a long-frozen primeval man buried in their back yard. But the thawed-out Link—as the boys have named him—quickly becomes a wild card in the teens' already zany southern California lives. After a shave and some new clothes, Link's presence at school makes the daily drudgery a lot more interesting.
Guitar Legends Expo'92 at Sevilla
Legendary concert in Seville to promote EXPO 92. Live at Auditorio de la Cartuja, Sevilla, Andalusia, Spain 19th October 1991. Broadcast Date: 5th November 1993.
Guitar Legends EXPO '92 at Sevilla - The Hard Rock Night
Guitar
Guitar Legends was a concert held over five nights, from October 15 to October 19, 1991, in Seville, Spain, with the aim of positioning the city as an entertainment destination to draw support for Expo '92 beginning the following April. The event featured 27 top guitarists, including BB King, Brian May, George Benson, Joe Walsh, Keith Richards, Les Paul, Robbie Robertson, Robert Cray, Roger Waters, Albert Collins, Steve Vai and Joe Satriani. The vocalists included Rickie Lee Jones, Bob Dylan and Joe Cocker. Five 90-minute shows and a one-hour documentary were broadcast. Forty-five countries showed at least one live show. Later, broadcasters in 105 countries broadcast one or more programmes.
Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey
Music
Amiable slackers Bill and Ted are once again roped into a fantastical adventure when De Nomolos, a villain from the future, sends evil robot duplicates of the two lads to terminate and replace them. The robot doubles actually succeed in killing Bill and Ted, but the two are determined to escape the afterlife, challenging the Grim Reaper to a series of games in order to return to the land of the living.
Zappa's Universe
Himself
This live recording is a true gem for Zappa fans. It features acrobatic muscianship of the highest order played straight from the heart and mind. Mike Keneally's guitar work left my jaw slack especially after hearing him play Jazz Discharge Party Hats in which he both talks and doubles his vocal pitches with the guitar at the same time. Additionally he plays Zappa's impossible synclavier composition Night School with pin point accuracy. Steve Vai, guitar god and the king of impossible guitar parts gives a burning heartfelt rendition of Zappa's Sofa. This is one of Vai's best performances captured on disc.
Guitar
himself
Hard 'N Heavy Volume 11
Himself
Video magazine with interviews and video clips. Featured on this volume is: Led Zeppelin, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Poison, Steve Vai, Hunter / Ronson, Billy Idol, Cinderella, Scorpions, Slaughter, Kita Ford and more.
Hard 'N Heavy Volume 2
Himself
Video magazine with interviews and video clips. Featured on this volume is: Scorpions, Exodus, Steve Vai (Whitesnake), Femme Fatale, Vixen, White Lion, Britny Fox, Helloween, Bay Area Special, Nuclear Assault, Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath), Rob Halford (Judas Priest), Kingdom Come, Ozzy Osbourne, Gwar, Lemmy (Motörhead).
Crossroads
Music
A wanna-be blues guitar virtuoso seeks a long-lost song by legendary musician, Robert Johnson.
Crossroads
Songs
A wanna-be blues guitar virtuoso seeks a long-lost song by legendary musician, Robert Johnson.
Crossroads
Jack Butler
A wanna-be blues guitar virtuoso seeks a long-lost song by legendary musician, Robert Johnson.
Frank Zappa: The Dub Room Special!
Self
Produced by Frank Zappa in 1982, The Dub Room Special combines footage from a performance at the KCET studios in Los Angeles on August 27, 1974, a concert performed at The Palladium, NYC on October 31, 1981, some clay animation by Bruce Bickford, and several interviews. Previously only available through mail-order, it was made widely available on DVD on October 17, 2005.