I spend time editing and massaging each note. Then I start layering with different instruments, adding harmonies, counterpoint, and whatever the song calls for. Then I arrange it into a whole piece, and decide where I need to add live… — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
Jimi Hendrix was the master of live stuff. He was my inspiration to do the yo-yo, everything he did on stage was awesome. — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
Even as I was trying to become a rock god, Michael Jackson was the ultimate magic rock star to me. I loved his music,… — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
In my first label Shrapnel Records I wasn't expected to do anything except the creative music that I wanted to do. I was my… — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
My dad was a really good classical guitarist. He took lessons with a student of Andre Segovia. — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
Generosity and kindness always feel good to give, and it never feels good to give grief or negativity. — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
I have survived ALS to continue my work as a musician and composer for 28 years due to the care I receive through insurance… — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
I still have downs and get depressed, but I try not to dwell too much on being negative because it always passes and there… — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
I remember when I was first losing my ability to play my fast licks and my hands were shaking and falling off the guitar.… — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
I have gotten nothing but love since I was diagnosed from the whole metal community. I guess that is true about both David Lee… — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
I think music comes out of silence... and I have a lot of silent time, without a pesky guitar interrupting my thoughts. — Jason Becker Copy Share Image
