You are all invited to my birthday celebration with the legendary Steve Vai! In this epic conversation, we go deep on mindfulness, being present, practice tips, and how to succeed as a musician.

This week we’re rocking with Guitar/Mandolin wizard Andy Wood. Andy has toured professionally with a wide range of acts, including most recently Gary Allan, LOCASH, Rascal Flatts, Scott Stapp, and Sebastian Bach. Currently touring as a solo guitarist and mandolinist along with working on a host of additional musical projects, Andy is also performing live with his own band promoting CAUGHT BETWEEN THE TRUTH AND A LIE, the double album which showcases his vast musical influences and abilities.

We’re rocking with the one and only Phil X!! Phil X is a prolific session guitarist (Tommy Lee, Methods of Mayhem, Avril Lavigne, Kelly Clarkson, Orianthi, Rob Zombie, Chris Daughtry, Alice Cooper, Thousand Foot Krutch) and has been the live and studio lead guitarist for BON JOVI since 2011. He also rocks with his own band Phil X and the Drills!

What is it like to play in a band with Axl Rose for 20 years? What does it feel like to be part of the unimaginable GnR reunion with Slash, Duff and Axl? In this interview with Guns N’ Roses Guitarist Richard Fortus we discuss all of the above along with gig prep, anxiety, gear and session work.

In this interview with Pete Thorn we discuss gig preparation, auditions, Suhr Signature gear and touring with Chris Cornell.