You might pick up some influences from another type of music that you wouldn't normally think of, but, you know, maybe as a guitar player, it will come out in your improvisational style, maybe as a song writer it might come out in your note choices, or in your melodic choices, and it just helps to making your music that much more original and unique.
John PetrucciOut of Berklee Dream Theater was born and we've been together ever since. I didn't have to taste that feeling of defeat.
John PetrucciThe Majesty guitar symbolizes the very reason why I am so proud to be a Music Man artist. I had the idea for this guitar a couple of years ago but it is because of their innovative spirit and dedication to the art of guitar building that it is now a reality. I am so grateful that I am able to collaborate with the best guitar company on the planet and so incredibly proud that together we have created what is to me, the perfect musical instrument for guitar players. I really hope you get a chance to play one and am confident that you will feel the same!
John PetrucciStay focused when you're playing alive, so you're not distracted by something going on.
John PetrucciI know we play a part in the story of progressive music, but for us those influences are the real fathers, the ones that we were interested in.
John PetrucciSometimes I'll hear a certain approach that kinda cathes my ear, like โIt's kinda cool what that guy's doing there", or maybe an effect that somebody's using, or a guitar sound, or something that kinda makes me open up. But the funny thing is i realise over time how sort of traditional i am.
John Petrucci