“I contacted Stevie Ray Vaughan’s amp tech. He approached amps the way a tailor fits a suit. Watching him work was like seeing magic happen”: Philip Sayce on the gear that changed him – and how he learned to wield it

Philip Sayce.

Philip Sayce has earned a reputation that puts him at the top of the list of modern high-energy blues-rock guitarists. Operating entirely outside the major label machine, he’s built a loyal following through relentless touring and word of mouth.

The independent artist cut his teeth handling guitar duties on tour with artists like Jeff Healey and Melissa Etheridge – that’s where he mastered the art of live performance.