About this Backing Track:
Here‘s a Steve Vai guitar backing track so you can play ‘The Boy From Seattle‘ exactly as Steve Vai does on the original recording. Use this ‘The Boy From Seattle‘ guitar backing track once you've completed the Steve Vai guitar lesson.
The Boy From Seattle Guitar Lesson
Dive into the soulful side of shred with Andy James as he dissects Steve Vai’s beautifully expressive instrumental, The Boy From Seattle. This Lick Library lesson takes you deep into Vai’s bluesy ballad territory, revealing the subtle phrasing, dynamic control, and melodic nuance that define this standout track from the Alien Love Secrets album. Known for his technical precision and fluid legato, Andy brings his own articulate approach to breaking down Vai’s emotive playing. From expressive bends and lyrical vibrato to intricately layered clean passages and tasteful whammy bar phrasing, this tutorial offers a comprehensive look at how Vai crafts feel-driven guitar storytelling. Whether you’re aiming to expand your melodic vocabulary, enhance your phrasing, or just want to channel the vibe of one of Vai’s most heartfelt compositions, Andy walks you through every section with clear demonstrations, slowed-down examples, and tips on how to internalise the touch and tone that make this piece so special. Perfect for intermediate to advanced players, this is more than just a lesson—it’s a masterclass in expressive guitar playing.
