Steve Vai - Teeth of the Hydra (Official Music Video)

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"Teeth of the Hydra" from Steve Vai's new album "Inviolate"
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Hydra Tamer - Jack Butler
Director - BJ McDonnell
Producer - John Heller
Producer - Jason Salzman
Director Of Photography - Eric Leach
Art Director - Michael Mesker
Editor - Steve Vai
Sound Engineer / Assistant Editor - Greg Wurth
1st Assistant Camera - Andrew Degnan
2nd Assistant Camera - Dan Urbain
DIT - Tim Balcomb
Special FX Tech - Michael Engel
Gaffer - Jesse Jaraczewski
Best Boy Electric - Sam Needham
Electrician - Jason Blaustein
Key Grip - Adrian Neri
Best Boy Grip - Nick Kirsten
Grip - Damian Vega
Production Designer - Marlena Feehery
Set Dresser - Vince Voyson
Hair And Make Up Artist - Adrienne Lynn McDonnell
Production Coordinator - Michael Slater
Assistant Production Coordinator - Celia Fogel
Production Assistant - Gonzalo Gutierrez
Location Manager - Rabeyah Khan
Online Editor - Sean Phillip Rowe
Color Grade - Bryan Smaller
Guitar Tech - Thomas Nordegg
Wardrobe Stylist - Tony Sartino
Vector Management - Jason Henke
Bookkeeping Assistant - Pamela Dancy
Assistant Guitar Tech and Hydra Stand Builder - Gerald Capps
Builders of the Hydra - Kazuya Kuroki, Hirotada Nomura, Moti Kashiuchi
#SteveVai #Inviolate #TeethOfTheHydra

[@SteveVaiHimself]

For more information on the Hydra: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5bLeHqKiJ1mo5I Follow the Hydra on Instagram: @thehydraguitar

[@peekaboohidenseeken5722]

Ok well mind is blown now so it's time to smoke a fatty and relax on that note. Rewinding this and digging it even deeper this time. Thanks for another creation Mr. VAI Sir !

[@ihatedill2447]

[@DVincentW]

You always raise the bar.. and at the same time break the bars. To not see or hear limits.

[@cristianmate1679]

subi mas musica con la hydra que esto es una locura 🤯.sos como un dali de la musica bro

[@atomnater5595]

I could definitely play like this if I had the guitar I swear!! Just don’t put one in my hands and ask me to play…

[@Zenthex]

for me the impressive part is he didn't spent 6 minutes shredding three different instruments, but composed something tasteful that actually justifies the existence of such a monstrosity.

[@fsmith6893]

That's what blew my mind, too. Vai used the entire instrument the whole time.

[@richardlaino1079]

That’s about the best explanation possible…love it whenever people think outside the box…..

[@timunknown6724]

There are 4 instruments

[@dwbsai]

Technically 6 instruments. The 12 string and bass have fretted and fretless parts.

[@ronthompson95]

Well said

[@dublinbounder]

The man IS the entire 80's. Just raw power, skill and grace.

[@jonathansfv3109]

That’s it. This guy wins at guitar. He has reached master level He is the greatest guitar player in the world.

[@glockmaster9516]

God-bard

[@TheSteinbitt]

It’s been that way for 40 years already.

[@ripjaffurs]

haha didn’t know jimmy page had died…

[@jonathansfv3109]

@@ripjaffurs Jimmy is alive and well as of this moment

[@beauxviggidy7275]

I know I didn't just watch this man play a guitar, bass, and sitar at once. This man isn't a Hydra, he is Vishnu

[@nishanth6403]

Hahha best comment

[@UncleSamurai2]

Don’t forget the harp

[@MusicissuperiorEVHROX316]

I think the top neck’s a twelve string, but it’s extremely impressive though, right?

[@magicalmagicmagician5223]

this is him with only 2 arms, imagine the music he could create if he had all the arms necessary to play all the instruments at the same time

[@LEOsoulMonarch]

You have never lied, and you have never missed brotha.

[@MusicisWin]

Hearing this song first and then seeing it played now, I appreciate it on a whole other level. Awesome work, Steve, you did it again!

[@shredwithmeg8080]

I think you are gonna buy this guitar too. Would suit your vintage pedals and amps...Your collection is insane. I would love to see you play this guitar

[@sikzo4628]

Hell yea, I personally wouldn't have thought that he'd use all of it at once in one session, but holy shit... he did the job of at least 3 people in one instrument, but hey we're talking about Steve Vai after all, so that shouldn't be too big of a surprise lol

[@CongealedMilk]

@Music is Win I did the same thing, also, erm, if Gotta Have Rock N' Roll is uh, ever auctioning this, you should do it, lol

[@alexandremocan140]

Seems he liked your idea of 50-50 neck (half fret half fretless). Has to be nice when your idea inspired players like Vai.

[@moreblack]

Tyler, I think this is historic.

[@WoodwardEnglish]

This would have won the Crossroads battle!!!!

[@UsTheMusicTVOfficial]

Yeah seriously! He would have totally smoked that kid! 😅🤣😂

[@7777Lace]

EXACTLY

[@MAntos-xw6iu]

Dont underestimate mr. miyagis teachings...

[@7777Lace]

@@MAntos-xw6iuHahahahahaha! Classic!!!🤘🏽

[@renopereira1434]

TRUE STORY 🤘🤣🎸

[@SaintD382]

This is absolutely incredible: playing three instruments at one time. Amazing timing and accuracy.

[@misterleo8183]

Actually four

[@MyUsualComment]

Looks like you missed the small harp at the bottom of the instrument :D (Which he was also playing and why he was making wide arcs with his strumming hand).

[@PlasmaFuzer]

He even had a full lick across all three necks during the solo.

[@manuelpedrosd]

The track is crap, like most Vai’s tracks

[@lance56]

@@manuelpedrosd Love to hear your take there champ, loser

[@Death-np9yz]

this somehow feels like its from a thousand years in the future and a thousand years in the past, this man truly is a multidimensional being that came to this planet during our time to bless us with mind bending music

[@interminablyperplexed4903]

Bet you didn't know the percussion is being played by his toes, and the fog has been following him around for years. What an artist 👏

[@toddbuh]

and his knee's does the cymbals, his ass plays the sax & the back of his head plays the gong. I can't say what body part plays the triangle :)

[@TEKY61]

Jajajaja

[@TEKY61]

Bravo

[@writerone9510]

Singing??

[@julio.eduardocenteno1471]

It´s about time the fog catches him...

[@MetalJesusRocks]

Ok. We all knew Steve Vai was great…but this is NEXT FUCKING LEVEL! Seriously blown away.

[@blackdragons95]

Yo Love all the vids dude! love from Sweden!

[@uneverything]

I totally agree. For this, clicking Like just isn't strong enough !! YT needs to add a Love button !! BTW I 've been subbed to you for years MJR. I knew you had good taste in music ! Rock On !!

[@Nig0]

He's not aging, he's just advancing.

[@robjoyner1167]

yea my jaw dropped. for real

[@tanchokdewan9020]

For me shawn lane and marty are great steve vai is too but jason becker damn

[@brettmiddleton4284]

I,ve loved this guy since he was with Zappa! This is amazing!

[@j.l.1379]

He is incredible, literally a greatmaster guitarist god!!! He played a Rhythm, guitar and bass at the same instrument perfectly and harmonious, justifying the existence of such monstrosity! Hydra just fit perfect.

[@LowAMVUpLowDurrrr]

Vai has no ceiling. Always innovative. Forever a legend in the guitar world.

[@AD-kv9kj]

Innovative?? This sounds exactly the same as his sound since the 80s and 90s... And multi-guitars have also been a common thing since the 80s (possibly 70s with Yes/Steve Howe?). This is very skilled, sure, but I don't understand why so many people think it's some pioneering sound. It just isn't and in fact sounds extremely dated.

[@SmoltingWassie]

He yeeted the whole concept from luca stricagnoli

[@TheBestbackingtracks]

@@AD-kv9kj Salty? lololol

[@kaladinstormblessed8790]

@@AD-kv9kj COMMON!? where tf do you live?

[@kyrkwalters964]

Facts

[@choontax880]

I'm surprised it doesn't have a full drum set attached to it.

[@PooNinja]

Midi widget 🤔

[@bayuramadhan5293]

dude.... hahahahaha

[@MrStefanuzumaki]

Don't give him ideas. 😂

[@constablekohler]

His career will be limited not by musical ideas or technique but by how much weight he can carry on his shoulders on stage lol

[@MantasticHams]

You weren't looking at the back of the guitar(s?), he was playing the drums with his dick and balls that whole time.

[@johnpeace6968]

I'm dumbfounded by this as an accomplishment. But I keep watching and listening over and over because it's also a legit great song. Just incredible!

[@cvnagam2066]

nah: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep61iZmCndmjg7cfeature=shared&t=719

[@logangodofcandy]

What drugs where you using whole listening to this trash?

[@EricJMyrick]

Probably the coolest guitar performance I've ever seen. I know people will say its not a guitar but you know what I mean!!!!! This is really what it looks like to master an instrument. He made it look so easy!

[@jeanfrancois125]

Agree

[@hugosantos1476]

The man is a legend. A true guitar HERO.

[@joeyh9619]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmPTZWiXpLKUiqs

[@chrisco1238]

Hello, I had the chance to see the passion and warfare tour in Paris. And you?

[@gjacobson76]

Check out his appearance on Zappa Universe, when Dweezil and Steve were having a guitar battle.

[@samtro]

You misspelled GOD ;)

[@Chris-cb4ig]

And now alone, Jeff is dead . He's the only one who can use a guitar ... fully

[@CesarHuescaMusic]

Pure and absolute Vaism.

[@pavelesaulopeztriminio7537]

Hey señor Huesca, Saludos!!!

[@urquizabaldelomardiego7047]

Maestro Huesca mucho gusto, habrá un voz de locutor acerca de la ibanez Hydra o guitarras exóticas

[@user-yx9ub3ks2o]

Игра света 🎸👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rH3aZJiZotqNl9U

[@dogmainfinito8943]

Gracias Vai por innovar y mantener la faceta de artista

[@raulrgh]

Yes, thats a proper word for this

[@shadowleaf2334]

His face says it all. Can't tell where the he ends and the music begins, it's all one.

[@kickinwinghotboi883]

Man, even his performance, his movements. Awesome

[@TheLateBoyScout]

The only reason to be Steve Vai is so you can rock 4 different stringed instruments at once while kickin' it in a misty dungeon with a headband on... which is a great reason to be Steve Vai.

[@jcthomas1836]

40 years into his career, constantly innovating and kicking ass. Flawless victory!

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

I'll always remember hearing The Attitude Song in 1984 for the first time. I ran into a friend in Berkeley who had it on a cassette tape. Hearing that forever changed how I played and even looked at what was possible with the guitar.

[@ryuzaki4638]

The gimmicks are innovation? LOL noobs everywhere

[@itmamwc4674]

@@ryuzaki4638 what did Vai ever do to you? why on earth are you going around leaving such hateful comments everywhere in this comment section? do you really have no life? are you down THAT BAD? please get help!

[@BloodReaver7]

@@ryuzaki4638 go watch your "great" 30-second tik tok guitar videos, child

[@mentevisualizadora]

And fatality

[@ernestnelson2407]

just saw him play that in Boston on tour with Satch. It blew my mind. It's more than just practice that brought those guys up to the top. It's a love affair

[@JaysonSherlock]

I've never seen or heard anything like this before. This is earth shattering ground breaking stuff. Steve Vai, you have gone way beyond the top of the mountain, your smashing through the stratosphere. 🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@tbecker403]

This is the most Steve Vai thing ever. I have never heard a Steve Vai song I’ve liked, but he has made a career of doing things his way and pushing his technical boundaries. If he’s not an artist, I don’t know who is.

[@33shin33]

once we don't like a music an artist plays it is very unlikely we will listen to all his/her songs so it's all up to you here are my favorites: Boston Rain Melody (I'll suggest the Cesar Huesca cover by the way) Tender Surrender For the love of the god I know you're here Whispering a prayer Building the Church

[@sjb7183]

He's not an artist he's a wizard

[@AlexVonCrank]

@@sjb7183 all Wizards consider themselves artists.

[@hostiaya]

@@33shin33 thank you for the list, I was needing something like that to start with Steve

[@Zancb]

"I have never heard a Steve Vai song I’ve liked" - excuse me? I'm not saying you have to like his music, but there's not one song you don't at least like a little bit? His talent is simply amazing. There are some songs I don't like, but I think his body of work there has to be at least one song you like.

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

Steve Vai further proving that he’s transcended humanity when it comes to making music.

[@jax1670]

Ayo what happened to the Zeref pfp

[@TheRealWalterWhite311]

Even on the steve vai video, Just Some Guy without a mustache I fucking love you dude

[@j.d.6915]

Just needs an electric keyboard near the back!

[@lunantix]

I never thought that you would ever be here

[@Holyspokes]

First time, I listened with my headphones and was very impressed by the sound and progression of this tune. The second time, I listened while I watched the video. This reminds me of the Star Trek chess board with three levels. I haven’t played it, but it is very impressive. Wow.

[@willhenderson3602]

I dearly love good instrumentals with guitar's. When they are like this thank u

[@ericdrei]

The Producers: You can't play rythm, solo and base at the same time. Steve: Yes.

[@ahnilatedahnilated7703]

You mean "Steve: "hold my beer"

[@apersonontheinternet8034]

You can't even spell 'bass' m8.

[@hungrybear854]

@@apersonontheinternet8034 😝

[@iamhere444]

*and a harp

[@avoidralph]

Haha, yes, I can't...

[@johncollins4029]

It’s gonna take a while for my mind to be able to comprehend the level of mastery this man has achieved over the span of his legendary career. He’s the idol of many of my idols in music. So much respect for this man

[@neonblack211]

Steve just wont stop will he, he's definitely one of the greats whether you appreciate it or not, he's never lost his mojo unlike a lot of solo guitar guitar players

[@grantg98]

This is jaw dropping. Just jaw dropping. If this doesn't prove Steve Vai a master of the guitar, nothing will.

[@kcjacobs8399]

That machine is INCREDIBLE. No way Ralph Macchio's gonna beat him now.

[@Asphalt_Legend78]

No Mercy!

[@MisterSwagify]

It's so baffling to see someone so far into their career still constantly innovating in ways we never anticipated. Just when you think everything's already been done Steve is always there to prove you wrong.

[@user-ih1ko4uy2p]

СПАСИБО!РОК ТРЕШ! Trash 🎸🎸- kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKmcm5aHd7t2rsU

[@birbdad1842]

I wouldn't call this innovating, cause it really doesn't move anything forward. Instead it shows how far one man can push his own talent to even greater heights. This can only be played by the very elite of the masters.

[@sergedenovo2389]

No it felt like he's muddying the waters of what he did in the past.

[@MisterSwagify]

@@birbdad1842 Never seen someone build like 7 different instruments into one guitar body and play all of them simultaneously, and with the inclusion of semi-fretted-semi-fretless necks on top of that. That's not innovative at all? I mean we've seen Michael Angelo Batio doing double neck stuff but nothing like this. This is definitely treading new ground as far as guitar playing is concerned.

[@kaibartling7085]

So well said. Unbeleavably good stuff from Mr. Vai.

[@marigoro]

I saw him on live and was amazing. What a creative mind with crazy techniques! A true artist.

[@dilemma7737]

Man Steve is such a hero and I haven't paid attention to him for awhile because I got listening to other stuff but he is the guy that really blew my beginner mind when I was first learning guitar. He's such a creative player and continues to do some new stuff that isn't quite expected. He's done so much for rock guitar! I've seen him in concert 3 times and was never not blown away. I hope to meet him maybe some day!

[@maxteks1653]

I love how he creates a unique instrument, a unique song , a perfect utilization of the instruments performance and turns it all into a killer sounding composition with the performance to go along with it.

[@realscience948]

Of course he is a great player….just wish he would put less emphasis on the show biz side of his things, and maybe stray a little bit away from his signature Frank Zappaish overall sound!

[@Helljumper91]

This is officially the coolest thing I've ever seen. Legendary doesn't even begin to describe it.

[@Assemblagetr]

slow version is on my channel

[@Coastal-TV]

this is awesome

[@SmoltingWassie]

Look up luca stricagnoli then, he's the guy who Steve stole this concept from.

[@TheEffence]

@@SmoltingWassie Stole the concept?🤣The first prototype of Hydra is from 2016 while Luca first used a multi-neck guitar in 2018. Do some research before you start accusing people of "stealing concepts"..

[@SmoltingWassie]

@@TheEffence you're wrong but it's cute how you talk tough over the internet. Nice mobile game video, sure you're fighting off the women.

[@CthtoNicfly5]

Steve, thank you for everything. I bet Frank would have loved this.

[@halbellows8578]

This reinforces my belief that the human being is a most perfect creation, a warrior of infinite capacity and capability. Bless.

[@stuhrling302]

Seriously, very few guitarists can consistently blow my mind again and again. Steve vai is an absolute creative legend.

[@mrshankly213]

Agreed. Absolutely out of this world.

[@kuro2797]

If you’re looking for guitar mastery that goes beyond the paradigm of the eighties (no disrespect at all to Steve Vai) check out any video by “Ichika Nito.” Watch a few videos and you’ll know what I mean. Not a virtuoso for the sake of it, the song always comes first - but man in his technical skill outstrips some of the masters of the past.

[@mrshankly213]

@@kuro2797 Yeah been watching his videos for ages now, maybe OP has also? Thanks for the suggestion though.

[@chusssMusic]

Decades of evolution and mutation brought up this version of Vai.

[@rafaelbento1424]

E loucura, inacreditável, esse cara não é da terra...

[@Evoluutiomies]

Is he from the Fallout-series

[@brandon_945]

I didn’t get to experience the 80’s but through this song I feel like I’m getting a taste of 70’s/80’s greatness - because those were times that electric guitar playing was constantly being challenged and taken to the next level and so many of the great players we all admire were being born. This song and performance is inspiring and captivating and we should all be thankful that Vai is continuing to share with us his uniqueness and unrivaled talent.

[@annewick3287]

This is one of the most insane but totally awesome things I've ever seen. He is playing lead, rhythm guitar, bass and sitar simultaneously!! Next level!! A total masterpiece

[@justinlim7557]

I mean. Steve is one of the true rock stars exist today. His aura, passion, ingenuity. He could very sit back but no he always challenges and innovates. It’s beautiful. Always appreciated his passion for guitar and music. Great guy

[@prodriver2112]

The instrument itself is a work of art, the amazing sounds created by the master himself is an elaborate show. . Pure genius. This is art. Eargasm at its finest. Anyone else listening to this at 2am?

[@surfingalien30]

midnight here and just blown away by this one! A lot going on here!!

[@franzp56]

eargasm? wonderful neologism! 🤩👏

[@jaiveersingh3415]

3 am bruh 🤝

[@counterstrike89]

I agree, the instrument, the design, the backdrop, the directing, the whole thing, was a real work of art. Its nice to see such feeling still put into this, every note is so important, every sound fx, the attention to detail here shows.

[@Havoccus]

2pm here but still hits hard as a rock!

[@MusicissuperiorEVHROX316]

First Vai song I ever heard. Just typed in “triple neck guitar” into the search bar after I decided I actually thought multi neck guitars were pretty cool. Stumbled upon a picture of Vai holding the Hydra, and when I finally listened to the song seriously, I was amazed that anyone could do this! Nowadays, Vai’s the only one I could ever see doing anything like Teeth of The Hydra. I really admire that he still makes incredible music when he’s not exactly a young man anymore, it’s like as he’s aged, his writing and playing has just gotten even better.

[@williamschettler]

I listen to all types of music,I stumble across this and listened to it and wow, first song i herd from him also., Makes me wonder how someone can be so plugged into his instrument.by the way his guitar has 4 sets of strings.

[@buckbreaker5185]

He absolutely nails this live too

[@MusicissuperiorEVHROX316]

@@buckbreaker5185 Yeah, I saw there’s a video of him playing live at the G3 reunion tour. He does it brilliantly, especially considering the fact that it’s not really at the angle it should be for you to have the most control over it. It’s a massive guitar, but I think it’s probably be easier to play if you didn’t have to basically lean your side over it. So considering he’s at that disadvantage, it’s absolutely awesome that he can play it as well as he does still

[@MusicissuperiorEVHROX316]

@@williamschettler Never thought Vai would be my thing, but just learning about his career and all he’s done, I can’t help but be inspired, especially by this.

[@n11ls]

Go check the work of Jason Becker, one of Steve Vai's friend. An another true genius that was following the path of Steve and even EVH before being diagnosed with ALS. A very inspiring human

[@joshpitre8962]

That guitar is pregnant now

[@jongomm]

Oh fuck, this is giving me dangerous ideas. But then Steve Vai has been giving me dangerous musical ideas since I was 12 years old. My gratitude for his art & the inspiration is immeasurable.

[@bobbymack4873]

THE Jon Gomm Legend !! and yes , WHAT a stonker from Stevie

[@BrutalHumor777]

Steve has been plaguing my mind with his dangerous ideas all these years too! Since the age of 16 he has filled my mind with his creative insanity!

[@williancaverna8394]

I love u both!

[@omraajchauhan4346]

@@bobbymack4873 yy yuy yy 66 yy y

[@Shiver020]

he as the thing, and he is giving it for free thats nuts.

[@Rhamsody]

Been listening to this guy for 20 years and somehow, he STILL manages to blow me away. His multi guitar work never disappoints. I was blown away with I Know Your Here, and now this. Unbelievable. 👏🏾👍🏾

[@nickv.7181]

And don't forget Fever Dream!

[@user-yx9ub3ks2o]

Игра света 🎸👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rH3aZJiZotqNl9U

[@shrineofbeats6447]

If he hasn't bored you in 20 yrs ,why will it happen now?😉

[@paulanthony8113]

Yes.alot of people just don't know 🙄that vai is the best at being the different guitar player who is on a level no one can reach.thats the truth!!

[@tronca76]

Same ❤

[@neurotraumatized-thrall]

Steve Vai is a Rock-N-Roll-Gladiator and he wields a three bladed guitar!

[@NICO3Dful]

Mr Vai, you are magical ✨you're far beyond everything on guitar, you're showing the way, thank you 🙏 PS: you rock !!! 🤘

[@leroyjenkins4811]

Just when you think Steve Vai has reached the ultimate level, he goes and composes a piece of music that takes the bar even higher. I’m blown away by this performance and don’t really know what else to say.

[@Matt_Holcomb]

Idk dude Knappsack was close

[@leroyjenkins4811]

@@Matt_Holcomb While Knappsack was an incredible piece of music, I enjoyed Teeth of the Hydra much more because the tempo was much slower and it’s not as busy. I could actually hear what he was playing. And what you don’t play is just as important as what you do play sometimes. I could hear the emotions and atmosphere he was trying to create here. Playing a lot of notes really fast doesn’t always create the best piece of music or tell the best story per se. It’s more important than ever, especially in instrumental music, to use the sounds to influence the audience’s state of mind because there aren’t any lyrics. You have to use the sounds to create a mood. Simply put, I liked the mood I got from Teeth of the Hydra more than the mood I got from Knappsack. Both are excellent. I just like Hydra more. Just my personal preference. If you like Knappsack, that’s cool. There is no right or wrong when it comes to music, just preferences. Have a good one. I’m just glad we can agree than Vai and his music are great.

[@xXAlmdudlerXx]

@@Matt_Holcomb Knappsack was purely technical. This here has melody

[@Matt_Holcomb]

@@xXAlmdudlerXx oh yeah 100%. This to is technical to. But I agree this has way more feeling. I have watched it atleast 30 times since last night.

[@TheArtofGuitar]

Finally, the ultimate instrument for us loners!

[@directcoffee2452]

😂

[@BigPIZZA37]

Amen 🙏

[@jaykelley103]

I lol'd

[@Rad-gm6pt]

One man band. 😀

[@sgt.grinch3299]

Agreed

[@ja6911]

He always finds interesting ways to show his extreme talent.

[@martinhorak4877]

I can't get it out of my head... really love it... That Gilmourish soloing is superb... incredible performance

[@Priyadarshan_Nag]

This man’s imagination, intellect, creativity, persistence, and passion is unbelievable!!!

[@StavK]

Watched this with my jaw dropped all the way through. Congratulations to Mr Vai for always pushing the envelope on the instrument, what an inspiration to younger generations of musicians!

[@StandingGoatsRescue]

I’ve been a fan of Steve’s music for a few decades…and he constantly improves with each day that passes. Thank you for sharing this amazing piece with us Steve, you are certainly the best guitarist out there today. This one touches the soul if you truly “listen”!

[@RobertGoodmanBand]

Hey Steve love this. My wife Brady and me came over to your house In LA 1989- where you auditioned me for White Snake- to sing and play keys. You were working on passion and warfare - you played me a track. We also went to your wedding party in China Town. I battled cancer in 2018- all the while writing and recording. Would love to sing for you someday. Keep being a Zen Master. Much ❤ Robert - ps we are Corrine’s friends.

[@Saimsboy]

OK. Steve Vai reached a new level...The Steve Vai level.

[@user-ih1ko4uy2p]

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[@PlayerX_MC]

Espera, acaso eres...? :O

[@MrZenGuitarist]

The really bizarre thing about Vai is that this IS the 'Steve Vai-Level' - and that level is on another, alien plane!!!! (I've played the guitar for about 25 years - and about 15 of them on an 'intense' level....and even though I, sadly cannot say that I can play exactly like any other great guitarist - at least I can figure out and understand how they do it. But with Vai - I cannot NOT....I just cannot even fathom how he does many of the things that he does. He is simply on an entirely different plane. Untouchable - simply aweinspirengly[sp?] AMAZING!!!)

[@matguerra333]

aka homoerotic

[@MrZenGuitarist]

@@matguerra333 Hahaha!!! Well, I wouldn't go that far....I'm in awe of his breathtaking, God-given talent - nothing else, more or 'otherwise'.

[@erickc6619]

Showing all of us why he's the high priest and guru of the electric "guitar". The master....

[@ephraimmann]

The Legend

[@kevinjackson3332]

You’ve never ceased to amaze me. Thank you for all of your efforts, and your absolutely incredible music. 🤘

[@Dm3849g]

Steve Vai is a great guitarist, is a master He can play different styles of music. Steve Vai is one of my favorite guitarists, I like his music I don't know him in person, but It must be interesting to talk about music with him

[@AaronMatthies]

Wow! There's something so hypnotic about this performance. I can't imagine how long it would have taken to figure out how to write and play something on this beast, then to turn it into a cohesive performance. Absolutely stunning.

[@johnposey8324]

For Steve it prolly took no time at all. I mean the man basically freestyles the halo theme sing

[@samlee2562]

It took him 50 years to get there, then he made this up in a few hours 🙃

[@yeesenchai]

Wasn’t it the other way around, he had something to write and needed Ibanez to build it since years ago. Forgot which interview it was but it’s was definitely regarding the Hydra.

[@AaronMatthies]

Just read an interview and he said it took him six weeks to learn how to play the Hydra. That's a serious learning curve to work with just to feel comfortable with playing it.

[@christineayres7199]

Steve Vai is a genius 42 years on since we first saw him on TV hes still a legend he gets better with age like a fine wine.

[@LIVEMusicHD]

He Play With Frank Zappa !!! 🎸

[@christineayres7199]

@@LIVEMusicHD Yeah I think his first performance was in 1980 with Zappa , That's where Vai got his weirdness from lol 😆

[@Urbaaniapina]

And he ain't that bad looking either! 😄😉

[@sandragriffiths9692]

6.6.66 says it all, he is special

[@nobody-cc4pg]

@@sandragriffiths9692 he turned 6 on 6.6.66 and the time was 6 somewhere :)

[@SeattAl]

He broke out the hydra last night April 24 2024 in Minnesota,State Theatre, it’s mounted on a stand and rolled out under veil, can’t imagine at his age he could carry it strapped, truly Genius level

[@alexandram.1303]

He just becomes one with the instrument when he plays it’s beautiful he just pours his soul out through his music

[@AlexMoukalaMusic]

Me before clicking the video: "I know Steve Vai is next level but there's no way he's gonna use all that together". Me after watching the video: 🤡

[@pabbergara]

same here

[@Skyverb]

You think guitars are your ally? He was born into it; molded by it. He didn't see tabs till he was a man. And by then he found them blinding.

[@GVike]

With this instrument, alternate tunings are key to play all three necks... but then you'd need Vai's skill too and eh, nah... no one gets there.

[@israeljacobson3132]

Vai is total proof Aliens are musicians

[@danielesussarello8340]

@@israeljacobson3132 🤣🤣🤣🤣già il tuo nome si capisce che alieno sei.....

[@robertregalado1015]

Watching him and hearing him play is like a magic show...incredible Steve!!

[@kirzov2]

Being impressed and focused on Steve's play and guitar, I did'nt notice the beautiful lit background surrounding him until the video ended...

[@alansbl]

Man I love Steve vai he’s not only a legend even the god level ! I stated know him since 13 years ago and he’s solo and melody appeal me a lot ! It’s clean, powerful and encouraging! He’s guitar solo and music inspire my life a lot and he’ll be my legend forever!

[@ChronicMetamorphosis]

When I first heard the album, my ears couldn't conceive all the sounds coming from one instrument. Now that I watch Steve perform it, it's a totally different experience. That is one of the most amazing performances I've ever seen. Period. Edit: I've honestly never been more inspired to explore music. The mental clarity I got from seeing that is astonishing. Thank you, Steve.

[@curiositydivine]

I hear ya on that. This is my favourite track on the album but now seeing him do all that on one guitar, overlapping the instruments, it’s mind bogglingly impressive and Steve just confirms time and again (think knappsack) why he’s the greatest of all time.

[@guitaristssuck8979]

M U L T I T R A C K S

[@scottonaharley]

Probably the most remarkable display of musicianship I have ever seen.

[@nikkinonose9316]

And yet this is not a hit tune.

[@user-ih1ko4uy2p]

fast guitar= kzbin.info/www/bejne/enSlnX6Gr72Ansk

[@patientmental875]

@@nikkinonose9316 MGK is selling more records as of now, whats that tell you about people

[@keithhughes3419]

It really is! I've watched it so many times - mainly for the visual aspect.

[@handmadehearts]

Hear, hear! Also the most remarkable stringed instrument I've ever seen. Bless Steve Vai forever.

[@DEATHSTARAPOCALYPSE]

Wow I didn't even notice the 4th set of strings he was playing at the bottom until the end I was so hypnotized by the beauty of what he was doing! Fuck yeah man!

[@realKratos667]

I am 49 and he has always been my idol when it comes to guitar.

[@arthurprosso1154]

Was at his concert in year 2023. What surprised most is that Steve was playing note for note - it is tens of thousands of notes - his compositions, exactly same notes he was playing like 15 years ago and how it sounds in my head. Not a single note was added, removed or changed. It is incredible!

[@alpenaman40]

Only Steve Vai could pull off this musical madness, what a treat for our ears! Thanks for the years of innovative music we've all enjoyed

[@beyondinfinity3876]

Madmax guitar!!✊✊

[@fatfreddyscat5173]

I truly dig on Mr Vai's energy. It's been a long time and I was wonderin' where he'd gottn off to. Nice.. 😃

[@jayt658]

Mr Vai is a true example of a genuine musician. No matter what a master can do yesterday, that has nothing to do with reaching for evolution. This man continues to evolve musically and that's incredible. Love to you Mr Vai

[@jeffreycollins7297]

All that beautiful space surrounding everything. His hands are going like mad and yet it all sounds so tranquil. Thanks Steve!

[@lonnieblackburn6189]

Y

[@emmanuelweinman9673]

This man is having an out of body experience playing that guitar 😂

[@RulgertGhostalker]

Best Vai To Date.

[@joegesch8589]

It's so funny, there's so many people these days with multiple neck guitars or 10 times the strings they normally have all doing stuff on KZbin and whatever. Then along comes Steve Vai and shows you how it's really done. This man never disappoints. I'm a drummer and I'm not usually too into guitar stuff, but this guy has mesmerized me since the mid 80's. He was a big part of my childhood and it's nice to see the guy never stopped growing, his ego all seems to be contained within his guitar playing. He never comes off as the absolute legend that he is.

[@Mexxx65]

This Man has been at the CROSSROADS........for most of his life And Slaying it every single time!!!! With a sound that no-one, anywhere, has ever heard before!!!! HUGE respect from me.

[@sagewallace1]

;)

[@joaodonate2388]

This is such a comfort video for me... Every time I watch it I feel such joy, cause I know how much passion he has for the guitar, and to me that is very inspiring ❤ Gotta love him

[@frankpell5397]

Captivating.... Ever get that feeling when you want to say something but you know anything you say won't come close to what you're feeling?

[@axelanders9053]

exactly, unreal performance i've no words

[@HIGADODEGANZO]

The most impressive thing is…., he also plays this song live

[@DerisedEgami]

This was cool... but I think "I know you're here" was amazing, on the G3 DVD.

[@marlonbrando2698]

I watched as many live versions as I could find, and he doesn't play it nearly as well as it sounds in the studio, at all. It sounds pretty janky to be honest. It sounds like a guy trying to play 4 parts at once and he can't keep up.

[@user-ko3sd9qj2h]

@@marlonbrando2698 I mean realistically hus lives haven't been sounding anything like his studio mixes for the longest while

[@timothymcgovern7279]

@@marlonbrando2698 It sounded good to me live in person with rhythm and bass doing backup. I think Frank would be proud.

[@rickymarino1208]

He's taught by Joe satriani they play like the studio/CD version. I love it like that too.most live is like they outta breath

[@pluckinstrings]

This is something on a completely different level. Instant classic.

[@jaymentzer7220]

Steve is hands down one of the G.O.A.T. still such a down to earth person. I just love this guy, his talent, personality, sense of humor and work ethics. Great role model.

[@gordonstarship]

I had a feeling 6 strings wasn't going to be enough. Then we added a 7th string. Fast forward 40 years.... What the heck is this? I salute you Steve Vai. That was incredible.

[@MaskedRiderChris]

I love that this triple necked monstrosity was used in a fresh, creative, and musical manner without an ounce of novelty present throughout this entire song. Then again, this is Steve Vai we're talking, here. One of America's greatest musical treasures strikes again as only he can! This is just plain brilliant, and I expect no less from the man.

[@scotthahn6978]

This Dude is an Alien!!!! Steve is absolutely amazing!!! Sick guitar work and great writer!! 👍 🤟

[@robinjohnsonpropheticeagle3733]

Absolutely jaw dropping.....the only thing left to ponder ...is what the case looks like for this guitar.

[@kkramp1984]

Or where is the strap holding it up?

[@thewaldfe9763]

The case is probably what you see in the video: it's easier to walk into the case of of the Hydra to play it than trying to to take it out 😜

[@KrowdesAlexander]

I still can't stop thinking "That Monstrosity Of A Guitar", on top of the beauty of that sound.

[@pjp171]

That Hydra was spitting FIRE!!!!💥💥💥💥💥

[@thesilverjedi9323]

This guy....Holy crap. He keeps on getting more creative. A TRUE artist.

[@JamesMiller69]

Imagine being this good at literally anything, unreal. Also kudos to whoever designed the guitar and the set, the asthetic is perfection.

[@paunservos]

Its like straight out of a sci-fi video game

[@logansfury]

Steve is a guitar-god. Prince was similarly multi-talented in many many instruments. He played to my certain knowledge - with expertise - piano, guitar, bass and drums, and may well have been able to play orchestral instruments like woodwinds and brass as well.

[@aidancoyle3151]

You go Man, let that Homunquitar SING!