Shrapnel Records to release Jason Becker album

Shrapnel Records releases long-awaited
CD by renowned guitarist
JASON BECKER
Paralyzed since 1997, the former David Lee Roth lead guitarist
was diagnosed with ALS almost two decades ago


Becker has just released his most ambitious CD since the early 1990s -- The Jason Becker Collection – through his long-time label, Shrapnel Records. The long-awaited CD, which debuted at #27 on Music Monitor Network's 1st Day Sales Chart last week, includes three major new compositions, a "best of" range of selections from previous albums, and riveting guest performances by such legendary guitarists as Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Marty Friedman (Megadeth), Greg Howe (Justin Timberlake, Michael Jackson, Enrique Iglesias, Nsync), Michael Lee Firkins, Steve Hunter (Peter Gabriel, Alice Cooper, Lou Reed, Tracy Chapman), Matt Bissonette (Ringo Starr, Rick Springfield) and Dave Lopez (Flipsyde). Remarkably, all three new songs were composed through a revolutionary communication system designed by Becker's father that allows him to quickly spell out sentences using an eye geometry sign language.

One of only 5% of ALS victims to survive 20 years, according to statistics released by the ALS Association, Becker's health is amazingly stable. He rarely sees a doctor and hasn't been on medication for years. Instead, Becker thrives on an organic diet, daily meditation, and his work, along with around-the-clock support from family and friends.

Thanks to the Internet, Becker's legacy continues to grow around the world. Fans use his MySpace page, as a virtual clubhouse, where they can check in to read his postings, pick up the latest news, view videos and listen to audio clips: myspace.com/jasonelibecker There are also over 2000 videos related to Becker posted at YouTube.com, some of which have drawn over a million views.

The Jason Becker Collection can be ordered online at Amazon.com, www.ShrapnelRecords.com, and iTunes. In his honor, two new products have also just debuted: Paradise Guitars has created the new Jason Becker Signature Guitar and Pro Tone Pedals has designed the Jason Becker Distortion Pedal. His instructional video, The Legendary Guitar of Jason Becker, is available through Amazon, and previous albums can be purchased through both Amazon and Shrapnel Records. Visit Becker in MySpace at www.myspace.com/jasonelibecker