Steve Vai Disco Ball Guitar Tee

March 1989.

After parting ways with David Lee Roth’s band to explore new musical horizons, Steve Vai received a call from an unexpected source: the multi-platinum '80s rock juggernaut, Whitesnake. With guitarist Vivian Campbell having recently left the band and Adrian Vandenberg sidelined by a wrist injury, Whitesnake needed a lead guitarist to help finish their upcoming Slip of the Tongue album.

Steve accepted the offer and stepped in to perform the bulk of the guitar work on the record.

As part of the ever-evolving quest for innovation, Steve and Ibanez seized the opportunity to create a guitar as bold as the tour ahead. The result? A dazzling 7-string Ibanez Universe, completely decked out in square mirror tiles—just like a classic disco ball.

This iconic Disco Ball Universe guitar accompanied Steve on the entire Slip of the Tongue world tour and appeared in Whitesnake music videos, including “The Deeper the Love”, our favorite here at Guitar Nut Tees.

Though his time with Whitesnake was brief, Steve’s impact was lasting. He soon returned to his solo career, which continues to thrive to this day.

In a nod to its enduring style, Steve brought the Disco Ball Universe back on the road for his 2022 Inviolate tour—proving its timeless cool once and for all.

Reflect your love for Vai, vintage glam, and iconic gear. Get your Steve Vai Disco Ball Universe Tee today. Ships anywhere a shirt can go!

This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for all.

• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, Mexico, Honduras, or the US

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