Steve Hackett: podcast appearances and interviews

Stephen Richard Hackett, born on 12 February 1950, is an English guitarist known for his work as the lead guitarist of the progressive rock band Genesis from 1971 to 1977. During his tenure with Genesis, Hackett contributed to six studio albums, three live albums, seven singles, and one EP before pursuing a solo career. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Genesis in 2010. Hackett released his first solo album, Voyage of the Acolyte, in 1975 while still with the band. He has since released numerous solo albums starting in 1978 and has explored various musical styles including pop, blues, world music, and classical music. In 1986, he co-founded the supergroup GTR with Steve Howe; the group released a self-titled album that reached number 11 on the Billboard 200 and produced the Top 20 single When the Heart Rules the Mind. After leaving GTR in 1987, Hackett resumed his solo career, continuing to release albums and tour internationally. His guitar work has been recognized for pioneering techniques such as two-handed tapping and sweep picking, influencing musicians like Eddie Van Halen, Brian May, Alex Lifeson, and Steve Rothery.