Take 5 With Joey Z
“Playing to 60,000 people doesn’t get less terrifying — you just get better at hiding it.”
Years Playing
20+
Guitar Hero
Van Halen, Prince
Rhythm or Lead
Lead
Favourite Effect
Delay
Favourite riff/solo
Purple Rain
Joey Z is a seasoned session guitarist who’s toured globally with artists like Rod Wave, Aloe Blacc, and Nik West — playing to packed arenas and stadium crowds of 60,000 strong.
When he’s not on stage, he’s in the studio or hopping between tour buses (with some stories we probably can’t say here).
In this short back-and-forth, we talk gear obsessions, arena nerves, Floyd Rose loyalty, and the mindset it takes to stay ready for the next big gig.
“I learned early on that the gear doesn’t make you — but it sure helps!”
Gear Talk
I can’t put down my…
The Law Maker Legacy is versatile guitar that looks great.
Amp Or Digital?
I need both - Line 6 is great.
I can’t Live Without…
Fast Fret.
Words of Wisom
Theory Or Feel?
There’s room for both.
Chase Tone, or create your own?
For me, I need to be sound like lots of players.
How Did you Get Noticed?
You got to get out there, make a name for yourself.
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