Rick Vito

Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch

Rick is an often unsung hero in the guitar universe, playing some of rock's most classic solos on records that didn't bear his own name on the cover. He was a member of Fleetwood Mac, and the list of artists he's toured and recorded with is downright incredible (Bob Seger, Bonnie Raitt, John Prine, Roy Orbison, Dolly Parton, Jessie Colin Young, Steve Goodman, Roger McGuinn, Todd Rundgren and John Mayall - just to name a few!). Greg raps with him about his early days, his signature slide playing, guitar gear, and of course some stories from the studio and the road!
2:58 - The Peter Green Tribute Concert: Rick’s firsthand experience at the amazing event with the surrounded by the world’s best guitarists, musicians, and producers
8:46 - Rick’s early days as a guitar player, and landing a gig with Delaney and Bonnie
13:10 - The story of Rick’s first recording session (featuring some very intimating characters)
18:54 - Rick’s journey continues: from Bobby Whitlock of Derek and the Dominos to John Mayall
23:25 - Rick’s gear as a session player
25:31 - Rick’s slide guitar inspirations
29:28 - The infamous ‘Like A Rock’ solo
33:03 - A story about Jackson Browne and Stevie Ray Vaughn
37:12 - Rick’s relationship with Reverend Guitars, and the development of his signature guitar
40:57 - “One of the greatest guitar acquisition stories of all time” ~ Greg Koch
49:46 - Rick’s future plans
Total Length: 58:54