Guitar legend, Gary Hoey, has crafted an incredible careerreleasing 17 albums in 18 years. His latest album, Utopia, onWazoo Music Group (2010), continues to show his growth asa producer, songwriter and singer.In 1993 Gary Hoey launched his career with a cover of “HocusPocus” (Warner Bros Records). His fiery technique helped tosend it to the top 5 on Billboards charts. The Boston raisedguitarist followed up with the soundtrack to the surf saga,Endless Summer II (Warner/Reprise).Hoey’s popular Ho! Ho! Hoey series of Christmas CDs and live rock and roll Christmas showcontinue to attract new fans each year. His rockin’ versions of Christmas classics have become atradition at hundreds of radio stations, and Hallmarkʼs musical holiday greeting cards feature twoHo! Ho! Hoey classics.In 2011 Hoey joined forces with the “Queen of Metal,” Lita Ford, producing and co-writing herforthcoming new album.Hoey has shared the stage and traded licks with such legends as Jeff Beck, Ted Nugent, BrianMay, Doobie Bros, Joe Satriani, Styx, Steve Vai, Deep Purple, Lita Ford, Brett Michaels andmany more.Hoey’s diverse career includes writing for TV and film, Disney theme parks (CaliforniaScreamin’ Roller Coaster) and sports giant, ESPN. He has performed his rendition of the “StarSpangled Banner” for the Patriots, Red Sox, Dodgers and Padres. He has also appeared on VH1Classic’s reality show, Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp.All along the way, Hoey has built a loyal fan base, and it is his connection with them that keepshim going. “I come out after every show to meet the fans,” says Hoey. “I enjoy the feedback andinteraction.”Gary Hoey endorses Fender guitars and amps, EVH amps, Rocktron Pedals and GHS strings.Gary released his first ever instructional DVD, “The Need for Lead,” with Rockhouse method.