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“There is still a very strong subculture of people who want to do great things on an instrument, and who are stimulated by hearing people who can. That's reassuring. But it's gonna take a person - and I don't know who this is - to come along and reinvent the guitar as a virtuosic instrument in a completely different realm than any of us have done, or anybody else in the past. That's the clincher. Maybe that will happen and maybe it won't.”

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Steve Vai is an influential guitarist known for his unique playing techniques and musical style. Born on June 6, 1960, Vai has shown a passion for music from a young age and has continuously explored and pushed boundaries in his career. His music spans various genres including rock, jazz, and classical, and has had a profound impact on guitarists and music enthusiasts alike. more

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