Interview: Steve Stevens Interviews by Hear2Zen Magazine - November 27, 20190 Photo by: Patrick Shipstad Steve Stevens is one of the most original guitarists to emerge from the ’80s rock scene, best known for his almost 40 year partnership with Billy Idol, his work on Michael Jackson’s “Dirty Diana”, his Grammy Award winning performance on “Top Gun Anthem” and his work with Vince Neil on “Exposed”. Stevens catalog of hit songs that he co-wrote & performed alongside Idol include “Rebel Yell”, “Eyes Without A Face” and “Flesh for Fantasy”. Stevens is and is also in a new band called Deadland Ritual with Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath), Matt Sorum (Guns N Roses/Velvet Revolver) and Franky Perez. We talk about the upcoming Billy Idol Australian Tour, Steve’s signature guitars, amps and pedals, the songwriting process and his favourite players past and presents. We would like to thank Steve for his time and hope you enjoyed the chat. Billy Idol – Australian and New Zealand Tour Dates January 18th 2020Queenstown, New Zealand (Gibston Valley Winery)January 19th 2020Auckland, New Zealand (The Outer Field at Western Springs)January 25th 2020Taupo, New Zealand (Taupo Ampitheatre)January 26th 2020Whitianga, New Zealand (Whitianga Waterways Arena)January 29th 2020Melbourne, Australia (Australian Open Live Stage)January 31st 2020Brisbane, Australia (Riverstage)February 1st 2020Sydney, Australia (Hordern Pavillion) Find Steve Stevens Online Here Steve Stevens FacebookSteve Stevens InstagramSteve Stevens on iTunesSteve Stevens Official StoreKnaggs GuitarsFriedman AmpsJ.J. RocketBare Knuckle PickupsDeadland Ritual Share this:TwitterFacebookLike this:Like Loading... Related