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SATCHVAI Band

SATCHVAI Band
OriginUnited States
Genres
Years active2024 (2024)–present
LabelearMUSIC
Members
Websitesatchvaiband.com

SATCHVAI Band is an American rock supergroup formed by guitarists Joe Satriani and Steve Vai. It also includes drummer Kenny Aronoff, bassist Marco Mendoza, and guitarist Pete Thorn. The group was announced in December 2025, following a series of tours and collaborative releases.[1]

History

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In 2025, Joe Satriani and Steve Vai announced the Surfing with the Hydra Tour across Europe as SATCHVAI Band, marking their first permanent band collaboration beyond their long-term friendship and occasional co-bill performances.[2]

In 2026, the band announced a North American leg of the tour, with support from Animals as Leaders, spanning April to May.[3]

Band members

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  • Joe Satriani in 2010
    Joe Satriani in 2010
  • Steve Vai in 2017
    Steve Vai in 2017
  • Kenny Aronoff in 2005
    Kenny Aronoff in 2005
  • Marco Mendoza in 2014
    Marco Mendoza in 2014

Discography

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Singles

  • "The Sea of Emotion, Pt. 1" (2024)
  • "I Wanna Play My Guitar" (featuring Glenn Hughes) (2025)[5]
  • "Dancing" (2026)[6]

References

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  1. ^ "Joe Satriani and Steve Vai form SATCHVAI Band, Announce Tour & New Music". That Eric Alper. December 9, 2025. Retrieved January 12, 2026.
  2. ^ Todd, Nate (December 9, 2025). "Joe Satriani & Steve Vai Announce Surfing with the Hydra 2025 Tour as SatchVai Band". JamBase. Retrieved January 12, 2026.
  3. ^ Various (December 2025). "SATCHVAI Band Announces 2026 North American Tour with Animals as Leaders". Consequence. Retrieved January 12, 2026.
  4. ^ "SATCHVAI Band Includes Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Kenny Aronoff, Marco Mendoza & Pete Thorn". Ultimate Classic Rock. December 2025. Retrieved January 12, 2026.
  5. ^ "Joe Satriani and Steve Vai Release Video for SATCHVAI's 'I Wanna Play My Guitar' Featuring Glenn Hughes". Blabbermouth.net. May 8, 2025. Retrieved January 12, 2026.
  6. ^ "Joe Satriani and Steve Vai are "Dancing" and letting loose on latest SatchVai single". Guitar.com. March 3, 2026. Retrieved March 4, 2026.
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