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Vito Bratta is an American guitarist and co-songwriter for the glam metal band White Lion. He is praised for his technical ability, originality and melody, and has rarely been seen in public since 1992.
Aug 24, 2023 · The legendary White Lion guitarist shares the stories behind the solos, his influences, and his career in a rare interview. Learn how he called Eddie Van Halen, why he hated his playing, and how he chased perfection.
Aug 3, 2022 · Vito Bratta reflects on the ‘80s, when White Lion were kings of the hard-rock jungle, and the guitar rulebook was being rewritten by Eddie Van Halen. By Matt Wake. last updated 3 August 2022.
May 30, 2022 · A classic rock article about the rise and fall of White Lion, a New York hard rock band in the late 80s. It features Vito Bratta, the guitarist who was praised by critics and fans, but disappeared from the music scene after the band's breakup.
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May 18, 2023 · Vito Bratta names 11 guitarists who shaped his sound. By Andrew Daly. published 18 May 2023. The virtuoso behind White Lion’s platinum rock sound pays dues to the players who showed him what to do on guitar (and what not to do), and recalls an emotional encounter with Eddie Van Halen.
May 7, 2024 · Metal historian Steven Blush explains why the hair metal guitarist Vito Bratta retired from music after 1991. He suggests that Bratta was not comfortable with touring and preferred to stay in his hometown of Staten Island.
Nov 10, 2015 · How the guitarist and singer of the 80s rock band clashed over music, money and women. Read the story of their rise to fame with Pride and When The Children Cry, and their bitter split after Mane Attraction.
