They both seem like super nice guys too. I hope they make more music together, because I really like some of the songs from Sex and Religion (especially, Pig) and it would be cool to see what they'd come up with now.
I remember that I was shocked how good Devin was also in guitar on this Tour. 1993. Thirty years ago. Amazing. Also Scott and Toss. I am so Happy I have been there.👍🎶🎯🖖
Wow, thanks a mil for posting this. More than any other vid on youtube from this era, this one reminds me most of when I saw Steve Vai with Devin in Dublin opening for Aerosmith.
@@LeSchmoo2K Cool, I have an audio cassette copy of Aerosmith's set. there's a facebook page called "classic Dublin Gigs" they've loads of pics from gigs back in 80s and 90s. like Skid Row, David Lee Roth who all did gigs in the point in 1991. You should scan your vai pic and send it to them. Just an idea. I'm sure they''d love it.
I saw Steve Vai, Devin Townsend, Terry Bozzio (I can't remember the Bass) in Zurich. The Concert was absolutely amazing. I am currently putting together my Concert History. Can anyone name the exact Zurich Date here?
@@pendleeldnepLol that makes absolutly no sense?? Wait unless I'm devin Townsend incognito? He seems to be acting a bit insecure in the clip now that you mention it. But shoot ask Devin I.bet $1000 canadian he would flat out admit its intimidating to be on stage with Vai. He seems like a transparent and honest guy. Great musicians and guitarists both of them. However townsend seems more a songwriter to me and Vai more of a pure guitarist.
I think you miss the point there. This is the master mentoring the apprentice, teaching him along the way. Townsend complemented Vai's playing and didn't equal it or try to dominate it. Townsend is very musical and focused on musical harmony rather than discordant competitive solos that are common in jazz. I thought this clip was a brilliant glimpse of how Vai helped develop the next musical superhero, a true leader is Vai here. I mean Townsend joined Vai's group at 17. Think about what you were doing at 17. Mike Patton soared to greatness at a similar age, but he too is a musical genius. Townsend acting like he's keeping up with Vai? Nay, it was a teenaged Townsend gushing with giddy excitement that he was sharing the stage with the great Steve Vai. Who can boast about sharing the stage with their musical hero at all, let alone at the start of their career. Ironic given that Townsend's year 12 school yearbook had his prediction of being an unemployed bum with a PhD in music watching TV scratching his balls. Couldn't be further than the truth lol. Nor do I think it's possible for Townsend to sit still at all. :D
@@natashagoode501 to me it more appears to follow the guitar "duel" format where there is long extended solos showing off as much virtuosity as possible versus back and forth short phrasing that you would see in something that's a duet or as you put it "complementing each other" A good example of that is Carlos Santana and John McLaughlin "on Love supreme". for that matter tons of other jazz acts where they literally play very short phrases back and forth and each that has nuch more of a duet feel. I'm not a big fan of the guitar "Duel" format it seems cheesy, results in a lot of over playing and honestly not very good or musical solos. The really good players do a lot of it I think they're bored or just doing some showmanship (example 5 g's with Invgve malmsteen Vai, satriani etc. They do tons of duels/ playoffs) It's just not my favorite stuff as a musician I prefer more song/ melody driven solos. That are about complimenting the song versus showing off what a badass you are as far as pure chops. Devins great though. I especially like his full orchestra stuff where he is doing entire compositions. And Vai loves doing guitar duels. I've only seems him smoked 3 times in a duel once by Yngwie Malmsteen once playing with Frank Zappa (but Zappa wrote the tune so possibly it's not a fair comparison but the still got smoked).... and of course when he kicked his own ass dueling himself in Crossroads to win that one guys soul back from the devil (good job Steve). Don't get me wrong though I love me some Devin Townsend cool song writer and composer and a good guitarist. Very versitile talented dude. When he tours though.. shoot he hires someone else to play leads. I think the guy understands what his skill set is.
@@bill_y4762 I agree with you, I think this video is just them arsing about on stage. Remember their tours would be repetitive song lists, so being versatile musicians that they are, they'd get bored. Townsend described him self as basically an erratic and dissatisfied shithead at the time, and that's clear in the video. I didn't realise that Vai is only in his early 30s in this video, and therefore Townsend about 19. Vai has this extraordinary talent in quiet leadership where he runs a tight ship. I think he kept Townsend on a tight leash, but would allow artistic energy to be released on stage. Getting caught up in the moment I think Townsend's actions were impulsive and the band was similar, looking for enjoyment themselves. A lot of duets are very structured and rehearsed, so run the risk of sounding dry and uninspiring. Spontaneous jamming on stage can be really fun to watch. Townsend and Vai were playing their runs in the end in perfect unison and that sounded great. The guitarists in Rammstein do similar things and there's rivalry there. I love when musicians experiment with music to find a different flavour, though that risks performance inconsistency. Nigel Kennedy is an absolute squirrel, but his music is magical. His rendition of Vivaldi's Four Seasons is the best ever, as it gives the music character. I saw him love at the Sydney Opera House 4 years ago and omg I was blown away. His frenetic energy and passion are truly something to behold. He shared his love and passion for music, rather than to grandstand his talent. Listen to his Gypsy Chardash on YT, truly mesmerising. On Jazz, check out Jaco Pastorius. His album Invitation, track Reza/Giant Steps/Reza, one of my all time favourite songs. :D Like you, I find showy music wanking distasteful; it detracts from from the mood of the song. Townsend and Vai get that. Most people think Vai's best talent on guitar. I think it's his leadership and mentorship. He must have developed countless musos. No wonder he and Townsend are still good mates. Townsend leads through inspiration and captivating, and a lot of charisma. Vai's leadership is magnetic, I'm sure he would never have to raise his voice, he's the type of measured person that she he speaks the room falls silent and listens. And when he speaks he has something meaningful to say. I'm only a couple of years younger than Townsend, so in the 90s I was a shitty teenager too and thought Vai was an aloof tosser. Now, I realise that he doesn't take shit. :)
