Joe played great of course, but this is a given. He has attested to his ability (and consistent practice regimen) countless times.

My only real gripe is the that the sound levels were far too high for my personal preference.

Regardless of this gripe, the venue was great, people were really into it, and it was great to see/hear Joe play "War" and "Hordes of Locusts". Additionally, would have preferred some more softer (or acoustic!) pieces though, Joe is much more varied than his setlist lets on.

I ended my stay by saying to Joe's manager who was near the vending booth after the concert "Thanks for bringing him back!".

Joe, I would just like to say to you and you're crew, thank you so very much for the best day of my life. I know that is a cliche' used so very often, but I can't help but say it. One thing I walked away believing was you all are not just great musicians, but great people. Being one of the lucky few who got an Aftershow Pass, I took one of my guitars for you to sign. (If you can remember Joe, it was the Donnie Hunt JS model ) When Mick you're manager came out to take a few pictures for the web site, I asked if I could keep the guitar inside the venue til after the show. Not only did he keep it in a safe place, but he took me inside and right to the side of the stage to watch you during the sound check. He said "Stay here til they finish". So I got to watch you play through Friends, then Starry Night, before you finished for an interview. I know I thanked him a hundred times during the Aftershow, but just that was an experience. While I was watching you from the side, it kind of felt like I was not meant to be there. But to have Mick say "Stay as long as you like", was so very kind of him. Everyone back in the line gave me evil looks when I came out speechless mumbling "Joe... Sound check.... Friends..... Starry..... Joe". Now, for the show. Just being there was great. I was right at the front of the stage in the centre. Eveyone around was just waiting for the lights to turn down. The first part of the show before the short break was just so high energy. All the songs just seemed to flow from each other. The second part was more experimentive, with extended jams and intro's. One song that stood out for me was "Morroccan Sunset", just beautiful. The sound was good as expected. Maybe some keys would have added to the feel, but over all it felt more like you were trying to get the rock feel of the songs across. But having you solo a foot away from me almost every song felt like you were sharing something with just me. And yes, I'm sorry, but I was one of the people that had to touch you're foot.

Meeting you after the show though, just made the whole night seem so special. You went around and stood with each of us and answered any stupid little question that randomly popped into our heads. And to have you ask questions about my guitarwhile holding it, and to show interest in everyone that was there really shows that you care about you're fans and want to make it something special. It was also great chatting with Gale Henson too. He is really down to earth. He spoke to my friend and I for about ten minutes towards the end.

Well, I'm sorry for such a long post. But it all was just so amazing, and insiring. I thank you again Joe, Matt, Jeff, Gale and Mick. And please, come back soon. Bring the family too.

Thank you

Raven

With what looked to be a capacity crowd of what must have been close to 1,200 fans, it was a three hour shred-fest that did not disappoint.

A very diverse crowd - proving that (good) music has no prejudice of age, race, color or creed; religious faith or sexual persuation.

Joe Satriani has the energy and stage presence unlike any other performer I have ever seen. He was - in a word - awesome! The versatility and dexterity of this guy is truly something to behold.

The supporting musicians I have to say were not particularly great: Jeff C didn't display any of his usual versatility beyond the click track he was listening to through the cans he was wearing throughout the performance; Matt B was less than energitic and certainly not inspiring; and the rhythm guitarist (not sure who he was) - well - he was there, but contributed little to the performance, having what appeared to be level problems initially and then looking as though he was truly lost through the balance of the performance.

The audio mix was unbalanced for the first couple tracks, but improved as the performance went on.

Joe certanily made up for all of this though - playing a mixture of old and new tracks in conventional and not-so conventional form. Several tracks (some even not his own) were blended into the performance - very, very cool. Bamboo - a track off the new album is just supreme and Psycho Monkey was a treat.

Amazing sounds, styles and frettiquette. A profound auditory experience. An eargasm you want to have over and over again!

Thanks Joe.