G3 is an almost annual live music show and concert tour featuring three select guitarists of the generation; hence its name. It was created by guitarist Joe Satriani in 1996. Since its inception G3 has featured many guitarists including: Steve Vai, Eric Johnson, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Yngwie Malmsteen, John Petrucci, Robert Fripp, Paul Gilbert, Uli Jon Roth, Michael Schenker, Adrian Legg and many other special guests.

G3 '07- Joe Satriani, John Petrucci and Paul Gilbert

G3 '06- Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson and John Petrucci

G3 '05- Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and John Petrucci

G3 '04- Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Robert Fripp

G3 '03- Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Yngwie Malmsteen

G3 '01 & '02- Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and John Petrucci

G3 '98- Joe Satriani, Michael Schenker and Uli Jon Roth

G3 '97- Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Kenny Wayne Shepard

G3 '96- Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Eric Johnson