# Crossroads sequel: who we want to take Steve Vai’s place

> Guitarists debate who should replace Steve Vai in Crossroads sequel.
- Title: Crossroads sequel: who we want to take Steve Vai’s place
- Summary: Guitarists debate who should replace Steve Vai in Crossroads sequel. Guitarists suggest Tosin Abasi, Marcin, Nita Strauss, and others for Steve Vai’s role in…
- Keywords: crossroads sequel, steve vai, ralph macchio, tosin abasi, marcin, nita strauss, david gilmour, john petrucci, tim henson, matteo mancuso, john mayer, guthrie govan
- Source: Guitar World — https://guitarworld.com/artists/guitarists/crossroads-sequel-who-we-want-to-take-steve-vais-place
- Published: 2026-11-12T14:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: crossroads sequel, steve vai, ralph macchio, tosin abasi, marcin, nita strauss, david gilmour, john petrucci, tim henson, matteo mancuso, john mayer, guthrie govan
## Crossroads sequel rumors
John Fusco revealed plans for Crossroads sequel with Ralph Macchio.
## Steve Vai’s role
Steve Vai played Jack Butler in original Crossroads film.
## Steve Vai’s response
Steve Vai said he only heard rumors about sequel and unlikely to be involved.
## Tosin Abasi
Tosin Abasi has past '80s revival experience and fits next-generation bill.
## Marcin
Marcin plays acoustic guitar like devil incarnate with whiplash fretboard taps.
## Nita Strauss
Nita Strauss embodies role with fluid playing and theatrical flair.
## Matt Parker’s idea
Matt Parker suggests Crossroads 2: I'm Actually More of a Feel Player with David Gilmour.
## John Petrucci
John Petrucci could play with Dream Theater’s vivid themes and color.
## Tim Henson
Tim Henson rocks Polyphia riffs on eight-string guitar for Crossroads sequel.
## Matteo Mancuso
Matteo Mancuso could be next-generation shredder with Vai’s support.
## John Mayer
John Mayer could shred and beat Ralph Macchio in competition.
## Guthrie Govan
Guthrie Govan has Hollywood credits and otherworldly guitar chops.
## Key takeaway

Guitarists suggest Tosin Abasi, Marcin, Nita Strauss, and others for Steve Vai’s role in Crossroads sequel.