SatchVai Band: Joe Satriani & Steve Vai & Animals As Leaders at Mesa Amphitheatre

Surfing With The Hydra

SatchVai Band fans are really going to have a great year in 2026. The rock superhouse are not only putting out new music, but they are also going on their highly demanded tour! With their Spring With The Hydra Tour in North America, they’re putting on new shows after their highly successful debut tour across Europe that delighted fans and critics alike. Other members of the band are guitarist Pete Thorn, drummer Kenny Aronoff, and bassist Marco Mendoza, all well-respected in their expertise. Like how Steve Vai puts it, “The Satch/Vai Band summer Euro tour of 2025 far exceeded anything I could have imagined. Joe and I struck pure jammin’ gold night after night.”  Joe Satriani also shares a heartfelt message to their fans, saying, “We can’t wait to play you the new material from our forthcoming Satch/Vai album along with your favorite songs from our shared catalog. And that’s not all, we’re bringing along the incomparable Animals As Leaders. You do not want to miss this show with this lineup!”

SatchVai Band

The SatchVai Band is the great collaboration of two guitar virtuosos who remain dedicated to music even after 50 years. Joe Satriani is the bestselling instrumental rock guitarist of all time, with 15 Grammy Award nominations, and was the lead guitarist for Mick Jagger’s first-ever solo tour. Steve Vai is a three-time Grammy Award winner and has also been nominated for the same award 15 times, like Satriani, who was his former guitar teacher. With over 15 million records sold, he has been recognized as having the "the richest and best hard rock guitar-virtuoso album of the '80s". It’s no doubt that their powerful performances are fueled by their passion for the art. Vai has shared, “Touring with Joe is always a pleasure and an honour," adds Vai. "He is my favourite guitarist to jam with, and now we have another opportunity to take it to the stage. I feel as though we are both at the top of our game, and the show will be a powerful celebration of the coolest instrument in the world, the electric guitar!”

Guest Performer

Animals As Leaders

Animals As Leaders are joining the two musicians on their 2026 tour; they are an American instrumental progressive metal band led by lead guitarist Tosin Abasi. Since 2012, they have made music that resonated with their listeners, with four albums that cemented their significance in the djent scene. The band is excited to embark on this tour, and Abasi shared a statement saying, “We are beyond honored to be joining Joe Satriani and Steve Vai on tour!  Our band, in many ways, would not be what it was if not for the impact of these two icons. Getting a chance to hit the US with them is a bucket list experience for us. Can’t want to see you all soon!”

More Information on Mesa Amphitheater and Tickets

With a capacity of 4,950 people, the Mesa Amphitheater in Arizona is an outdoor venue for entertainment concerts and provides lawn seating. It offers guests a clear view of the performances and has been a top choice for big and small shows. Guests may also enjoy the convenience of having accessible options for food and beverages. On Friday, 10th April 2026, Mesa Amphitheater will be the audience to the musical genius of SatchVai!

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