Legendary guitar icons Joe Satriani and Steve Vai have joined forces once again, this time as the SATCHVAI band.
Their brand-new single, "Dancing", is out now via earMUSIC, accompanied by a wildly entertaining new video directed by Satriani's son, ZZ Satriani.
The single is released on Monday, March 2.
Musically, "Dancing" showcases the SATCHVAI band at full throttle.
It's a vibrant, melodic conversation between two of rock's most expressive guitar voices built on momentum, melody, and fearless musical chemistry.
The track captures the spirit of spontaneity and joy that defined their electrifying European tour.
The video stars actor, comedian, and musician Brendon Small ("Metalocalypse", DETHKLOK), a longtime friend of both guitarists.
He hilariously portrays an overzealous talent manager pushing the duo to cast dancers for the band's upcoming live show.
The chaos unfolds in sync with the track's fast-moving melodic interplay between Satriani and Vai — a rapid-fire exchange of soaring guitar lines that mirrors the eccentric parade of auditioning performers.
Eagle-eyed fans will also spot a cameo from the band's powerhouse drummer Kenny Aronoff, adding to the tongue-in-cheek energy.
Satriani shares: "'Dancing' really captures the playful side of what Steve and I discovered on stage together last summer — that push-and-pull of melody and energy.
The video gave us a chance to show that spirit in a completely different way.
Watching ZZ bring this absurd casting concept to life — and having Brendon step into the madness — made it even more fun." Vai adds: "This band thrives on surprise — musically and visually.
'Dancing' is a perfect example of that.
It's melodic but relentless, and the video turns that energy into a kind of surreal comedy.
It's a glimpse into the personality of this band before we even hit the stage." The release arrives as SATCHVAI prepares to bring its "Surfing With The Hydra" 2026 tour Stateside for the first time.
Launching April 1 in Seattle and running through May 30 at Wolf Trap, the tour follows a celebrated European run that included stops in London, Paris, Copenhagen, and festival appearances at Hellfest, Umbria Jazz Festival, and Guitares En Scène.
Support on all dates will come from progressive metal innovators ANIMALS AS LEADERS.
On the "Surfing With The Hydra" tour, fans can expect a full-band, high-energy performance featuring more new material from the forthcoming SATCHVAI album alongside iconic favorites from both artists' catalogues.