Jason Becker
Jason Eli Becker was born on July 22, 1969 in Richmond, California to Gary and Pat Becker. When he reached the young age of 16, Becker became half of the duo of the band Cacophony(the other 'half' of this team was Marty Friedman). Cacophony had only two releases until they split and Becker ventured into solo territory. In 1988, he released the album 'Perpetual Burn' and later recorded an album with David Lee Roth's band.
Tragically, Jason's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease(amyotrophic lateral schlerosis). Eventually, Becker lost the ability to speak and communicated only with his eyes, based on a system of communication developed by his father Gary.
Becker continues to compose music using his computer and has had one release since his illness took over his ability to play guitar. This 'Best Of' album is called 'Collection' and contains 3 new songs...
Tragically, Jason's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease(amyotrophic lateral schlerosis). Eventually, Becker lost the ability to speak and communicated only with his eyes, based on a system of communication developed by his father Gary.
Becker continues to compose music using his computer and has had one release since his illness took over his ability to play guitar. This 'Best Of' album is called 'Collection' and contains 3 new songs...
Pickboy Jason Becker guitar pick(blue stripes with pink print-heavy gauge)
(reverse side showing Pickboy logo and 'Monster' series logo)
***The above guitar pick was produced in 1989 by Pickboy for the Monster Guitar Show in Japan. This signature pick is part of a 'Monster Guitar Show Collection' that contains 10 other signature picks from various artists.
