Hey, I'm John Boi (real name) — guitarist, teacher, and lifelong metal obsessive.
35+ years across metal, thrash, and shred. Currently playing in three bands: Alarum (progressive thrash), C()ntact (metal covers), and The Melbourne Metal Choir. I've toured Europe with Alarum, which was every bit as chaotic and brilliant as it sounds.
Biggest influences: Eddie Van Halen, George Lynch, Jason Becker, Paul Gilbert, and Brandon Ellis.
I teach guitar in-person and online via Webcastr or Zoom — beginners to advanced, get in touch below.
Rig: Ibanez → Line 6 Helix LT → Engl cabs. Former columnist for Heavy Magazine. My listening wanders from Hair Metal and Thrash to Bossa Nova and UK Drum & Bass — and it all sneaks into the playing.
📩 Reach out below for lessons or just to say hi.