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JUSTIN DERRICO | P!nk, The Voice, Guitar Tone & Life on Tour | The Guitar Hang Podcast

What does it take to become one of the most sought-after guitarists in the music industry?
This week on The Guitar Hang Podcast, host Jon Stankorb welcomes the incredibly talented Justin Derrico, a world-class guitarist whose remarkable career has taken him from massive international concert stages to some of the biggest television productions in music.
Best known for his longtime role as lead guitarist for global superstar P!nk and his work as a guitarist on NBC's hit television series The Voice, Justin has built an extraordinary reputation for his versatility, musicality, incredible tone, and ability to deliver night after night at the highest level.
Whether he's tearing into a blistering rock solo in front of tens of thousands of fans, laying down a tasteful guitar part in the studio, or performing alongside some of the world's most recognizable artists, Justin Derrico brings a rare combination of technical mastery, musical sensitivity, and pure rock-and-roll energy.
In this episode, we dive into the world of professional guitar playing, exploring Justin's musical journey, influences, gear, creative process, and experiences working at the very highest levels of the music business.
🎸 IN THIS EPISODE
🔥 Playing Guitar for P!nk — A look at the musicianship, preparation, and energy required to perform on some of the world's biggest concert tours.
🎤 Behind the Scenes of The Voice — The challenges of performing across multiple musical genres on one of television's most successful music competition shows.
🎸 Developing a Signature Guitar Style — How Justin blends rock, blues, pop, and contemporary guitar influences into his own distinctive musical voice.
🎛️ Guitar Tone, Gear & Effects — Exploring the guitars, amplifiers, pedals, and equipment that help shape his incredible live and studio sounds.
🎶 The Art of Being a Professional Guitarist — What separates a great guitar player from a musician who consistently gets called for major tours, recording sessions, and television performances.
🌎 Life on the Road — The rewards, challenges, and unforgettable experiences of touring the world with internationally acclaimed artists.
🎵 Musical Influences & Inspiration — The guitar heroes, records, and musical experiences that helped shape Justin's approach to the instrument.
💡 Advice for Aspiring Guitarists — Insights into developing versatility, professionalism, musical relationships, and a lasting career in the music industry.
🎸 ABOUT JUSTIN DERRICO
Justin Derrico is an acclaimed American guitarist known for his powerful rock playing, exceptional versatility, and dynamic stage presence.
As a longtime guitarist for P!nk, Justin has performed on major international tours, bringing his unmistakable guitar style to some of the largest concert audiences in the world.
His work on NBC's The Voice has further established him as a remarkably adaptable musician, capable of moving effortlessly between rock, blues, pop, soul, country, and countless other styles.
With a combination of blazing technique, melodic phrasing, impeccable feel, and a deep understanding of what makes a song work, Justin represents the very best of today's professional guitar community.
From intimate studio sessions to sold-out arenas, his playing demonstrates that great guitar work is about far more than speed or technique. It's about serving the music, connecting with an audience, and delivering an unforgettable performance.
🎙️ ABOUT THE GUITAR HANG PODCAST
Great Guitar Players. Great Stories. Great Conversations.
Welcome to The Guitar Hang Podcast, hosted by guitarist Jon Stankorb.
The Guitar Hang brings you authentic, engaging conversations with some of the world's most respected guitarists, musicians, and creative artists.
We explore the music, the gear, the influences, and the personal journeys behind the players who inspire us.
From legendary rock icons to today's most exciting touring and session guitarists, The Guitar Hang is a place where musicians and music lovers come together to celebrate everything guitar.
Featured guests include:
🎸 Joe Satriani
🎸 Steve Stevens
🎸 Kenny Wayne Shepherd
🎸 Eric Gales
🎸 Greg Koch
🎸 John Jorgenson
🎸 Martin Miller
🎸 Justin Derrico
🎸 And many more!
Whether you're an aspiring musician, a seasoned professional, or simply someone who loves great guitar music, there's always something to discover on The Guitar Hang.
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STEVE STEVENS | Billy Idol, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Guitar Tone & Rock Guitar Legends | The Guitar Hang Podcast

🎸 Guitar legend Steve Stevens joins The Guitar Hang Podcast for an incredible conversation about his remarkable career, his legendary partnership with Billy Idol, the evolution of rock guitar, and the music that has inspired generations of guitar players.
Few guitarists have created a sound as instantly recognizable as Steve Stevens. From the explosive riffs of "Rebel Yell" and "White Wedding" to the unforgettable guitar work on "Eyes Without a Face," "Flesh for Fantasy," and "Dancing with Myself," Steve has helped define the sound of modern rock guitar.
As Billy Idol's longtime guitarist, musical collaborator, and creative partner, Steve has been instrumental in crafting some of rock music's most iconic songs, combining blazing technique, innovative effects, flamenco influences, and an unmistakable sense of melody.
With Billy Idol's 2025 nomination for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the enduring legacy of their musical partnership continues to receive well-deserved recognition.
Beyond his legendary work with Billy Idol, Steve's extraordinary career includes his Grammy Award-winning performance on the Top Gun Anthem alongside Harold Faltermeyer, collaborations with Michael Jackson, Vince Neil, and Robert Palmer, and his acclaimed work with the supergroup Atomic Playboys.
In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, we explore the artistry, creativity, and musical journey of one of rock's most innovative guitarists.
🎸 IN THIS EPISODE:
Steve's early musical influences and the guitarists who shaped his unique style
The story behind his legendary partnership with Billy Idol
Creating the unforgettable guitar sounds of "Rebel Yell," "White Wedding," and other rock classics
Billy Idol's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recognition and their incredible musical legacy
Recording the Grammy Award-winning Top Gun Anthem
Steve's distinctive approach to guitar tone, effects, and equipment
Combining flamenco, classical, and hard rock guitar techniques
His experiences working with some of music's biggest artists
The creative process behind writing memorable guitar riffs and solos
The evolution of the music industry and the enduring power of rock guitar
Advice for aspiring musicians and guitarists looking to develop their own musical voice
🔥 ABOUT STEVE STEVENS
Steve Stevens is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential rock guitarists of his generation. Best known for his decades-long musical partnership with Billy Idol, Steve has developed a signature sound that blends technical brilliance, melodic expression, and groundbreaking guitar effects.
His remarkable versatility has allowed him to move effortlessly between hard rock, progressive music, classical guitar, flamenco, and cinematic soundtracks.
A Grammy Award winner and an inspiration to guitarists around the world, Steve Stevens continues to push musical boundaries while remaining one of the most exciting guitarists in rock music.
🎙️ ABOUT THE GUITAR HANG PODCAST
Welcome to The Guitar Hang Podcast, where great guitar players, legendary musicians, and passionate music fans come together for authentic conversations about music, creativity, inspiration, and the art of playing guitar.
Hosted by guitarist Jon Stankorb, The Guitar Hang goes beyond the usual interviews to explore the stories, experiences, and musical journeys of some of the world's most respected guitarists.
Previous and upcoming guests include:
🎸 Joe Satriani
🎸 Steve Vai
🎸 Kenny Wayne Shepherd
🎸 Eric Gales
🎸 Greg Koch
🎸 John Jorgenson
🎸 Martin Miller
🎸 Justin Derrico
🎸 And many more!
Whether you're a professional musician, a lifelong guitar enthusiast, or simply someone who loves great rock music, The Guitar Hang is your backstage pass to the musicians who inspire us.
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If you love legendary guitar players, incredible musical stories, vintage gear, guitar tone, and behind-the-scenes conversations with world-class musicians, you've come to the right place!
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John Jorgenson — A Life Without Musical Boundaries | Season 11, Episode 4

The Guitar Hang Podcast welcomes the extraordinary John Jorgenson — one of the most versatile and accomplished guitarists and multi-instrumentalists of his generation.
From the groundbreaking country-rock of The Desert Rose Band to touring the world as a member of Elton John’s band, John Jorgenson has built a career that refuses to fit neatly into any single musical category.
A master guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, and lifelong student of music, John has moved effortlessly through rock, country, bluegrass, jazz, and the music of Django Reinhardt — always bringing his unmistakable musicianship and personality to everything he plays.
In Season 11, Episode 4 of The Guitar Hang Podcast, host Jon Stankorb sits down with John for a wide-ranging conversation about the experiences, musicians, guitars, and musical discoveries that have shaped his remarkable career.
In this episode:
• The formation and success of The Desert Rose Band with Chris Hillman and Herb Pedersen
• John’s years touring and recording with Elton John
• What it takes to become a truly versatile musician
• His lifelong fascination with Django Reinhardt and gypsy jazz
• Moving between country, rock, bluegrass, jazz, and other musical worlds
• The importance of listening, musical vocabulary, and serving the song
• Guitars, tone, technique, and the tools John uses to express himself
• Stories and lessons gathered from decades of performing alongside world-class musicians
• Why curiosity may be one of the most important qualities a musician can possess
• John’s continuing musical journey and what keeps him inspired
John Jorgenson is the kind of musician The Guitar Hang Podcast was created to celebrate — a player with incredible chops who understands that technique is only valuable when it serves the music.
Whether you’re a guitarist, songwriter, working musician, gear fanatic, or simply someone who loves hearing the stories behind great music, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
🎸 The Guitar Hang Podcast — Season 11, Episode 4
🎙️ Guest: John Jorgenson
🎧 Hosted by Jon Stankorb
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The Guitar Hang Podcast – Season 11 | Episode 3
Chris Gill & Brad Tolinski — Blow by Blow: The Definitive Jeff Beck Biography
Few guitarists have inspired as much admiration, mystery, and innovation as the legendary Jeff Beck.
In this very special episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, host Jon Stankorb welcomes acclaimed music journalists, authors, and longtime guitar historians Chris Gill and Brad Tolinski to discuss their remarkable new biography, Blow by Blow.
Together, they take listeners deep inside the life, artistry, and legacy of one of the most influential guitarists in rock history. From Jeff Beck's groundbreaking work with The Yardbirds to his revolutionary solo career, Chris and Brad share incredible stories, years of research, personal interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights that reveal the genius, personality, and relentless pursuit of musical excellence that defined Beck's career.
In This Episode
🎸 The inspiration behind writing Blow by Blow
🎸 Untold stories from Jeff Beck's extraordinary life
🎸 Beck's relentless pursuit of tone and innovation
🎸 His influence on generations of guitarists
🎸 Favorite recordings and career-defining performances
🎸 The writing and research process behind the book
🎸 Why Jeff Beck remains one of the most respected guitarists of all time
Whether you're a lifelong Jeff Beck fan, a guitarist chasing better tone, or simply fascinated by musical greatness, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.
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The Guitar Hang Podcast – Season 11, Episode 2
Kenny Wayne Shepherd: 30 Years of Ledbetter Heights, Tone, and the Road Ahead
In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, host Jon Stankorb sits down with blues-rock powerhouse Kenny Wayne Shepherd for a deep and honest conversation about longevity, tone, and the journey from teenage prodigy to seasoned road warrior.
Kenny reflects on the 30th anniversary of his breakthrough debut album Ledbetter Heights and the newly re-recorded celebration project Ledbetter Heights: The 30th Anniversary Sessions, a fresh take on the record that launched his career and helped define modern blues-rock for a new generation.
We also dive into his current touring cycle, revisiting the music live on stage in full album performances, and how his approach to guitar, songwriting, and tone has evolved over three decades on the road.
In This Episode
🎸 Revisiting Ledbetter Heights 30 years later
🎸 Recording The 30th Anniversary Sessions
🎸 Touring the album in its entirety for the first time
🎸 Tone, gear, and the pursuit of feel over flash
🎸 Influences from Stevie Ray Vaughan and classic blues
🎸 Staying inspired after decades of touring and recording
🎸 The state of blues-rock in 2026 and beyond
Kenny also shares insights into what keeps him motivated, how he approaches live performance today, and why the blues continues to resonate with audiences around the world.
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