Joe Satriani on Telling Stories With Notes, Alien Love, and Being Bitten by Jagger | Guitar Villains

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Intro and Joe Satriani's supervillain alter-ego: 0:00
Burning Questions: 13:45
Name Those Notes: 29:33
Joe's latest album, Shapeshifting and his studio recording tips: 44:45
Joe's Shapeshifting gear choices: 48:35
Joe's favorite airplane album: 53:15
The Satriani title-track phenomenon: 55:03
Joe Satriani's dream band: 57:35
Joe's supervillain advice: 59:40
The brilliance of Eddie Van Halen (this podcast was recorded just hours prior to the news of Eddie's passing-I thought I'd timestamp this comment Joe made): 1:01:45
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Welcome to this episode of 'Guitar Villains', my podcast that features some of the world's greatest guitar players in a way you've never heard before. Why Guitar "Villains", you ask? Because villains are cooler than heroes, it's just a fact. Today’s Guitar Villain is Joe Satriani. Known in his truest form as a literal alien, Satriani’s music can certainly transport you to various places in the universe, and after paving the way for so many guitar players after him, Satch is still the master of the six-string sonic highway we’re all driving down. With dozens of Grammy nominations and what seems like an endless catalogue of music, Joe is constantly innovating and always inspiring in the realm of guitar, and if you know me, you know how pumped I am for this episode of Guitar Villains.
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Intro and Joe Satriani's supervillain alter-ego: 0:00 Burning Questions: 13:45 Name Those Notes: 29:33 Joe's latest album, Shapeshifting and his studio recording tips: 44:45 Joe's Shapeshifting gear choices: 48:35 Joe's favorite airplane album: 53:15 The Satriani title-track phenomenon: 55:03 Joe Satriani's dream band: 57:35 Joe's supervillain advice: 59:40 The brilliance of Eddie Van Halen (this podcast was recorded just hours prior to the news of Eddie's passing-I thought I'd timestamp this comment Joe made): 1:01:45 Subscribe to Guitar Villains on Spotify: spoti.fi/3i8q2xg Subscribe to Guitar Villains on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/3n08vL3 Welcome to this episode of 'Guitar Villains', my podcast that features some of the world's greatest guitar players in a way you've never heard before. Why Guitar "Villains", you ask? Because villains are cooler than heroes, it's just a fact. Today’s Guitar Villain is Joe Satriani. Known in his truest form as a literal alien, Satriani’s music can certainly transport you to various places in the universe, and after paving the way for so many guitar players after him, Satch is still the master of the six-string sonic highway we’re all driving down. With dozens of Grammy nominations and what seems like an endless catalogue of music, Joe is constantly innovating and always inspiring in the realm of guitar, and if you know me, you know how pumped I am for this episode of Guitar Villains. Check out Joe's latest album, Shapeshifting, streaming everywhere now: bit.ly/JS_GuitarVillains

[@adelekapp5751]

Wow how did u get joe satriani on your show

[@nickspencer2207]

Could you see if you could get Buck Dharma on here? That would be really cool!

[@shawnhockey4841]

People people, funny stuff 🎸🤘

[@commentfreely5443]

surfing with the alien changed my life

[@chickenboyyyy7860]

Habits of paul Gilbert!!

[@michaelm4464]

Paul Gilbert would have a blast doing this. Get on that Tyler!

[@SouthpawSatch]

I second this request. PG would be awesome

[@jamiebruner8463]

He totally would. Joe Walsh too prob

[@krispayy6076]

Yes! This has to happen

[@peters6589]

Totally agree!

[@michaelm4464]

The people have spoken. Call Professor Gilbert.

[@ThomasHagelien]

The most down to earth alien ever.

[@mausufchalise2048]

That's creative 😂😂

[@Mr1Tanker]

Well, we don't really know about his talking, but i would think Buckethead ranks up there with Satch..in the Alien/decency arena.

[@MusicisWin]

Tim Henson next week! ;)

[@huntercrozier128]

Yay. I just started getting into Polyphia

[@DavinGlover]

OMG dude tim is awesome!!!!! Im gonna be here!

[@rangamsarmah2061]

Yesss! I'd love to see how weird/awesome that one is gonna be!

[@taylorjohnson5148]

Meme dream team

[@abhinishsingh3603]

Woww..😗😂now after Gods we're going back to some human then we'll jump back to gods -tyler✌️😗

[@Always_in_C_standard]

So nice to see how cool Joe is. He could legitimately have a larger ego.

[@natepark2973]

For real, you could see how Humbled he is

[@YourFearIsReal]

That's because he knows about the deeper meaning of consciousness. Having a gigantic ego would hinder his playing ability more than anything

[@XxXBattleStarXxX]

@@YourFearIsReal true, hes the true alpha for not needing a big ego

[@YourFearIsReal]

@@XxXBattleStarXxX You know what's up😎

[@rangamsarmah2061]

This podcast is seriously legit, I got absolutely hooked with the john petrucci one.

[@kingstring853]

we meet again

[@rangamsarmah2061]

@@kingstring853 hey, you! How's it going?

[@earlx.x4670]

Same

[@kingstring853]

@@rangamsarmah2061Reeeal nice. How about you?

[@Comoguitargeek]

Me too bro

[@svarthelikoptern]

Joe, if you reading this by any chance. Take care of yourself, we love you so much. We lost Eddie a few days ago and we need you more than ever. Love your music so much.

[@jmartini8875]

The one reason I love Satch so much is because he doesn't abandon melodic tones. Melody lives in his music. It has it's own heart and lungs.

[@Dwoed]

Joe, besides being a great guitarist he's a great guy to chat with..I think.

[@ianguitarman4800]

Man, it's genius. Joe is a hero, all around amazing guy. I've watched pretty much every interview with him and yet I learn something new each time. Have to say however, this format is genius. Thank u for producing such amazing content. Total respect. Can't wait for the future interviews...

[@Mr1Tanker]

Agreed.. but i find it interesting; his advice about being super-technical...which he is known for. It has served him well.

[@dreadsanddirt5966]

Tyler, I have really grown to enjoy your channel. I'm posting this from my MTB channel, but I am indeed a 30 year guitar veteran (albeit I'm a GIT guy. Too cold in Boston for me to do more than one semester at Berklee!). Like many of us, Joe has been my #1 influence from the beginning and I had the pinnacle of fortune to be able to have studied with him briefly. This video really captures a side of Joe the world doesn't get to see often. Thanks for this one :)

[@sferguson1130]

My aunt is from Long Island, and at one time some 20 odd years ago, shewas friends with JS’s mom, and as a teenager, I was lucky enough to get a personalized autograph, mailed to me with a little written sentiment from his mom. Meant the world to me as a kid

[@kennybenally7187]

Man, I could listen to guitarists talk about, gear, guitars, picks, string, technique and everything else in between ALL DAY LONG... 24/7. No joke! 😂😁🤘

[@ShredmasterScott]

Joe is like a shred guitar yogi....love that advice at the end

[@psy4naut]

33:40 he says "the music feels like home" and joe's face is the cutest ever ^^

[@beachcomber4141]

Not only is this the Greatest interview with Satch I have ever heard, this is one of the greatest interviews I have ever heard with any guitar player ever.

[@alexandreavelar9696]

If you haven’t, check his (recent!) interview in Rick Beato’s channel, you’re gonna dig it as well!

[@KramerPacer2]

If there is one good thing about covid-19, it is that Joe actually has the time to give online interviews.

[@mistersooty]

Cool interview man. JS seems like a really cool, down to earth guy. This is the guy who originally inspired me and gazillions of others to play guitar. I like what he says about slowing down to say something, seems kinda ironic coming from someone who is a master of shred, but it's very true.

[@gogpoydi]

Satriani looks amazing for his age

[@RC32Smiths01]

Man, two guitar heroes in such a short span! Satch is one of my most influential figures in simply just wanting to play Guitar. I highly appreciate you for this interview. Cheers!

[@Ben_jammin2086]

First episode of Guitar Villans that I've seen. Definitely been sleeping on your channel man. Dig the content, such a great episode.

[@Joel-v5]

Thank you for doing this, what Joe said at the end really hit me hard!

[@seanfitzpatrick7878]

Tyler, kudos to you for the growth of your channel. I haven't been here since the beginning but I have been here for a couple years and you've earned it with entertaining and educational content. I attended Paul's first event at Maryland Hall with the Grainger Brothers and Brian and Paul is such an inspirational person. I was glad he enlisted you for this years event. Lastly, it's got to be tough not getting star struck while talking to John, Joe and who ever you have coming up. Great stuff. Keep it up.

[@marcthacker4walls]

Really, really enjoyed this! Thank you two for taking the time to do it.

[@slashwannabe2k]

This was amazing and i can’t help but hang on every word of Joe’s, he is so complex and thoughtful with his answers. Thank you for sharing this with us...I had the pleasure of meeting Joe at a meet and greet at Symphony Hall, Birmingham UK and he signed some memorabilia and had a quick chat, good times! But I digress, thank you for this, I loved every moment 💪

[@swapnilj1452]

This series is turning out to be one of the best music related content on KZbin already.

[@dhamo1414]

This interview is making me late for work. One of the most interesting I've experienced. Thank you.

[@majagi8579]

One of the best interviews with my guitar hero. This is amazing, congratulations!

[@johnmarquez333]

Excellent interview! Satch is my favorite guitarist and I've seen so many interviews of him, but you managed to cover new territory and get him to talk about things we don't usually hear from him. Great job!

[@Stardust.Wonder]

What a cool interview! It's also amazing how calm you are.

[@onlytherighteousprevail6956]

Never heard/saw a lot of interviews of Satch, even though I'm influenced a lot by him, but he is such an amazing and interesting person. Great job, Tyler. This series is already a must to see in youtube for us guitarist.

[@SevannPiano]

You inspired me to pick up a guitar again after two years, I totally got into it, and now I'm making more progress than ever, thank you!

[@matteblacke4635]

It's awesome to see how fascinated Tyler still is when Joe talks, you can tell that he really is talking with one of his true guitar idols

[@ollieedd86]

What an incredible interview! Joe is such a genuine, humble guy and super inspiring!

[@dev_jana]

Srsly, your channel just keeps setting the standard for guitar content. I can't believe you are cranking this stuff out so well and quickly! Keep rockin'

[@clench13]

Bro, how awesome does it feel to be able to interview one of your heroes? I’ve seen how much this man means to you in the years I’ve been a fan of yours. It must be amazing to be able to sit with him and just talk guitar. Well done Ty.

[@enigma1247]

I could listen to joe talk anything guitar related all day long. Something about the way he talks or the tone of his voice is really relaxing.

[@taylorjohnson5148]

First 2 eps have knocked it out of the park. Great job

[@willw1375]

Just a great series. I get green with envy imagining speaking to all these amazing masters!

[@kylevandeusen]

This is turning out great, Tyler. I'm not sure everyone can appreciate this fully... But it's a completely different animal to tackle interviews than your usual content. A complete different talent (especially when you don't have a prop between you and the camera (your guitar)). You got both talents man. I have no authority to say any of this... But I just wanted to say well done sir! Looking forward to the next one already!

[@aerialsdaddy]

Dude. I liked you before but now I have mad respect that you were able to pull my guitar hero JS as an interview. Awesome work. Now I subscribe.

[@Flan133]

Enjoyed this very much. We are so fortunate that Joe is so enthusiastic about his craft and generous with his time. Thank you.

[@Lungamnewmai]

Every time Joe talks, I sit down, shut my mouth and listen and its always such a weird pleasure!!

[@Heinousness]

How have I not seen this series.. thanks Tyler

[@michaelfrancis1]

Fantastic show! Killer graphics! Super balanced transition volumes... Thanks for doing this... "The guitar doesn't play itself..." Joe is always Joe Cool, and THEN some. ... a blessing to (vicariously) spend time with you guys via your webCast. Super Villain Satch! Rock on!

[@praneetchitre8819]

Tyler, thank you so much for this. Joe's advice in the end speaks volumes about why he's considered as the GOAT. His emphasis on being able to not just play well... But to play meaningfully is something every guitar player must try and live by.

[@spaown94]

I didn't think a legend like Joe would be so humble, damn! I could have listen him talking about his music for hours.

[@iandevlin_Ibanez]

Wow! Best content you’ve posted to date. Thoroughly enjoyed every second of this. Would love to see Tosin Abasi on the show.

[@davidthompson5846]

Holy Smokes!!! Last 15 minutes! Joe dropping wisdom and insight faster and heavier than I can manage. Gonna have to watch that a few more times and let it sink in. What an amazing piece. Thanks Joe and Tyler!

[@choimdachoim9491]

As expected and as usual, both of you delivered greatly.

[@Mr_A_Mia]

this is great. keep em coming. thanks!!

[@frankthebaldguy9819]

No lies, Joe’s record helped me get through many work days

[@BradColemanisHere]

Very cool interview, man. Really well done. I love Joe's final answer about the tools in the toolbox and musician's job to evoke emotions.

[@ScottMacLeodCompany]

Great interview Tyler. Thank you.

[@BlaziNTrades]

This honestly made me so happy to watch. Loved it!

[@geetarguy777]

Great interview, you got him right away with the Not of this Earth thing. Hook, line and sinker! Love the Villians podcast.

[@JWeezyFoReazy]

You’re freakin legendary for getting John Petrucci and Joe Satriani on the first two episodes.

[@jakeiswayblack3377]

Hey Tyler, long time subscriber, and I just signed up for Guitar Super System yesterday, and it's been amazing so far! Been stuck at the "intermediate" plateau for YEARS, and your Secret Weapon®️ (you know what I mean 😉) blew me away completely! I'm looking forward to digging deeper into the lessons, thank you so much

[@PureJadeKid]

Tyler, you do your research and you prepare and you show respect, but you have fun and you bring out new factoids from your guests. Way to go. You are knocking it out of the park.

[@ProducedBy10A]

My Dad brought me up on Joe Satriani and too this day I know every single note by heart from the albums Surfing with the alien and Not of this earth!!! I always remember when his music was all over the formula 1 ps1 game!!! Life long fan over here and I literally just bought a prestige ibanez to finally start practicing the best instrument in the world

[@TeaWithBulbasaur]

Hey Tyler, just wanted to say I’m enjoying the podcast man. Keep it up 🤘🏽

[@cancertokona6298]

Satch is the whole reason I first picked up a guitar after watching him play on my Dad's Seville Expo 92 Guitar Legends VHS. Been to see him many times over the years, Absolute legend.

[@ClintCurtis]

Love the last few minutes from Joe on the last question.

[@Sjrm126]

I saw him DC with the Experience Hendrix tour. He had this aura about him and his playing sounded and looked mesmerizing.

[@kevinking2468]

What an excellent Interview - I took away so much insight into playing...Just what I needed.

[@RanterInShades]

My favorite youtuber and my favorite musician together. I'm so happy this exists! And thank you for talking about Unstoppable Momentum!! That's actually my favorite song of Satch's and I'm glad it got the discussion that it did. He described quite well a big part of why it's my favorite. Also glad some time was dedicated to Is There Love In Space, another one of my favorite songs of his.

[@jaredcherry7593]

Can't get enough of these. Any other guitar nerd podcast recommendations out there?

[@stefanomarconi4675]

Very inspiring,thanks you two villains......let's ROCK!

[@Pepe-zw8xi]

That intro is soo sick man! Nice work!

[@stevegarland8643]

Joe's my favorite guitar player! I'm so glad that you made this video, because I was able to send him a picture of my guitar, which is a JS Series.

[@paulroyal2177]

Tyler!!! I absolutely loved this vid. Getting guitar-god Joe Satrianti onto Guitar Villains is a joyous accomplishment. His fascinating and fluid frame-of-mind for the "goals" of interesting music is very interesting. His final wisdom about making music "significant" is deeply rewarding. Joe clearly had a great time on this episode... In the future, he could be a reference for future guests on Guitar Villains. He is friends with music theory "professor" Rick Beato (who himself has numerous guitar friends like Rhett Shult, and Paul Davids, who is friends with Guitar Samurai, etc., etc., etc...). Joe taught "noodling-addict" Steve Vai, who is friends with "guitar transcendent" Yngwie Malmsteen. How cool would it be to get those guys on Guitar Villains???? ... A professional interviewer had said he researches to find the "nugget of glee" in his guest, which would invigorate that guest to take over the interview. Then the interview would accelerate and get deep and fascinating and rewarding. You were great: entirely clear, lucid, and quirky.

[@Triumphcruiser]

Fantastic respectful interview thanks for doing this .

[@sanjayrachapudi]

Man Joe loves to talk. I could hear him tell his stories all day! :)

[@leonbanks719]

Hey Taylor thank you so much for doing this really appreciate it.Very good info from Joe. Greetings from Belize. \m/

[@mohammadshehryar5138]

Watched the entire 1 hour video which rarely happens. This was good !!

[@bmx2967]

Awesome podcast just finished watching it can’t wait for more

[@Afurthyclays]

What's beautiful, is it ALWAYS begins & ends with the song! Joe is a phenomenal songwriter. He deserves every bit of success he gets. 🤘

[@matteblacke4635]

Yessir!!

[@DalltonSantos]

Great video man love your channel!

[@rejiluz3465]

This is epic man.. Thanks for bringing out Joe..

[@jessemyman777]

I had a great time watching my favourite guitar player. Thanks 👍

[@brucehollmig4738]

Joe you blew me away in the Garden Art center. I never heard a bigger sounding guitar in my life. Of and Steve Vai was awesome as well.

[@carlboswell986]

Joe Satriani is so amazing, to me because of a combination of several factors. I would have to say that the things he said in this video, explain a lot about why he is such an incredible artist. My personal favorite, although it's very hard to pick just one, is : "If I Could Fly".

[@gustavoarthury]

the final advice is BRILLIANT!!!

[@jackflash5659]

Great interview. Thanks for sharing stories Joe.

[@mksounds6326]

1:03:20. Best advice I have ever heard. 30 years too late. Had I only known this at 15. Thank you, Joe, and thank you, Tyler. MK

[@SouthpawSatch]

Great interview tyler, joe is one of my biggest guitar heroes. Its always nice to hear his insights and stories. I'd love to see you interview Vai and Paul Gilbert

[@vesavuorinen187]

amazing interview! thank you

[@mattamagiera]

Tyler, this is honestly the coolest podcast ever, i feel the only way you are going to top these first dozen episodes is if you start resurrecting people lol. keep up the awesome content. THANK YOU.

[@justgowithjohn5931]

Getting to talk to these guys on a podcast must be a dream come true.

[@mrlarrybobjr]

Wow your guitar villains 🦹‍♀️ series is incredible. You should get an award for this stuff.

[@markdanielsampilo4362]

Simply the best interview i've seen, joe did enjoy the interview you can see it in his face..🙂

[@benwu6921]

Some good stuff, gj and thanks Tyler

[@JD-li1xw]

Joe is a class act. A humble modest guy who just happens to be one of the most awesome guitarists in the world!

[@halohat2286]

Thank you Joe for the best advice on what makes memorable music/artists I've ever heard. Excellent episode!!!!!!!

[@RollieFingers59]

This was awesome, love Joe! Such an inspiration

[@hurstod533]

Respect for you Tyler. You have always been able to elevate yourself and your channel and while you make it look easy, I am sure it is far from and requires lots of sacrifice, dedication, and guts. Definitely always have remained true to yourself and all of us. 🙏

[@psychofunksoldier02]

The self titled Joe Satriani album will always be one of my favorites of all time! Partly because the Reel Satriani VHS that was the making of that album. Watching Joe start writing If was my favorite part with Andy Fairweather Lowe, Nathan East and Manu on drums jamming. It was so good!

[@PeterDAmoreMusic]

I chose to watch this instead of the brand new Borat movie tonight. 🙌🏼 I’ll watch that tomorrow... once I started this I couldn’t stop. 😄 Joe is so genuine and my favorite moment is his wisdom between 54 and 55 minutes. What resonates with the listener is so much out of our control so stop fussing over 28 mixes! Easier said than done of course, but I just loved this whole thing, thank you!

[@61854425]

The most inspiring educational and thriving ever. Thanks Tyler.

[@TyrNorse12]

the movie questions. I absolutely love it!!