Neil Swanson

Neil Swanson has been recognized by some of the biggest names in music for his guitar skills including Grammy winning guitarist Steve Vai, guitar icon Orianthi, and Eurythmics co-founder and mega producer Dave Stewart. Guitar wizard Steve Vai has recognized Neil for being one of the top 10 guitar players in the US, winning Guitar Center's Steve Vai Sessions contest. He also opened up for Vai on his Story Of Light Tour and was hand picked by Orianthi as a winner through Talenthouse.com to be a part of Orianthi's "Be My Band" TV show. From there, Neil was spotted by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics and has continued playing with him as well as Orianthi and also sharing the stage with artists such as Richie Sambora, Martina McBride, Michelle Branch, Vanessa Amorosi, Liv Warfield, and many others. Adding on to this success, Neil was chosen by Boss to be the face for the launch of the VB2 pedal. He is also endorsed by Pigtronix, Erie Ball, Dunlop and Seymour Duncan. In the beginning, Neil, a Texas native, began his career playing in every club he could in the Dallas area. Keeping “Dimebag” Darrell and SRV as inspiration, he cut his teeth the old fashioned way. After a few successes with rock, pop and hip hop groups he was a part of, and gaining valuable touring experience playing his way through the US, Asia, Germany and Kosovo, Neil was ready to push his career further. Neil’s mission in life is to continue the legacy of the guitar rock genre. With his own upbeat original music, his live show re-introduces the style and passion of guitar players from the golden age of rock. With powerful riffs, beautiful melodies, and a classic meets modern sound, Neil is carrying the torch for a new generation of guitarists! Guitarist - Orianthi, Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, artist.