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Sep 6, 2019 · During a conversation with Tone-Talk, Steve Vai looked back on the 1986 movie "Crossroads," in which he portrayed Jack Butler in the famous guitar-duel scene. This was also the scene that...
- Marko Jovanović
Jul 21, 2021 · Steve Vai has rarely spoken in-depth about his role as Jack Butler in Crossroads, likely because most of the questions he’s been asked were focused on his gear, how he achieved the sounds, which parts he actually played and who wrote the music.
- Eric Kirkland
In the 1986 film "Crossroads," Steve Vai delivered an unforgettable guitar solo duel that has since become legendary among guitar enthusiasts. Through his virtuosic playing and collaboration with...
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Apr 1, 2024 · Steve Vai has called starring in Crossraoads’ iconic guitar duel scene a pivotal moment in his career.
- Phil Weller
Jan 15, 2024 · Steve Vai talks opening about the scene and who actually played the guitar parts for the character Jack Butler. Vai's solo duel scene takes place during the climax of the film, where he portrays the devil's guitarist, Jack Butler.
Mar 1, 2022 · However, what we may remember the most is the character Jack Butler, the metal-esque blues guitar player played by Steve Vai who had that guitar showdown with the main character.
Aug 7, 2023 · Steve Vai reflected on how his two major career moves — becoming David Lee Roth 's solo lead guitarist and appearing in the movie "Crossroads" — made the public noticeably more interested in him.
