I'm sure it's not always easy being Joe Satriani. Yes, you're a stunningly good guitarist, have a loyal fan base and can release records with great regularity. But the instrumental power rock you make does seem to require you to keep growing bigger muscles. The fact that you don't always succeed makes you start experimenting. And that's what Satriani does. Although he makes serious attempts, with
… drum & bass and synthesizers, he still sounds like Joe Satriani. His as-ever howling guitars certainly won't disappoint his fans. There are already plenty of others experimenting. (JV)more
