Chris Caffrey is known around the world to so many fans for his guitar skills in the classic metal band Savatage. He is also one of the original members of Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Over the years, Chris has also given us band projects like Doctor Butcher and Spirits Of Fire, as well as a healthy dose of solo music. Speaking of that solo career, Chris is about to unleash a new 2-CD, 21-song compilation from his solo career. The album is called 20 Years Of The Music Man and it gets released on June 13, 2025 on Metalville Records.
In this interview, Chris talks about getting his solo career started back in 2004 and the satisfaction of releasing this new 2-CD retrospective. He also talks about the upcoming Savatage tour, making new music with the band, and the plan for the future. Chris also discusses his line of hot sauces, and his gig in 18-time Grammy winner Jimmy Sturr‘s polka band.
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!
