Orianthi with "How Do You Sleep" from Skyville Live

Experience the blistering guitar work and soulful grit of Orianthi as she delivers a powerful live performance of "How Do You Sleep" on the Skyville Live stage. Recorded on March 20, 2017, at the Skyville Live studio in Nashville, this performance captures the Australian guitar virtuoso at her most dynamic. Known for its intimate setting and high-fidelity production, Skyville Live provided the perfect backdrop for Orianthi to showcase the raw, blues-rock energy that has made her a global standout. This session was a highlight of a special night in Nashville that brought together a powerhouse lineup of women in rock, further solidifying Orianthi's reputation as a modern guitar icon. The Performance In this live rendition, Orianthi balances her melodic sensibilities with the technical precision that became her trademark while playing with legends like Michael Jackson and Alice Cooper. The Vocals: Orianthi delivers a husky, passionate vocal performance that perfectly mirrors the song’s themes of betrayal and restless nights. The Guitar Work: This performance is a masterclass in tone and phrasing. Armed with her signature PRS (Paul Reed Smith) guitar, Orianthi weaves through heavy, driving riffs and a soaring, emotive solo that highlights her incredible control and aggressive "Texas-shuffle" influence. The Atmosphere: The intimate, studio-audience setting of Skyville Live captures the organic interaction between Orianthi and the house band, creating a "cathedral of sound" that stays true to the song's bluesy roots. About the Song: "How Do You Sleep" "How Do You Sleep" is a standout track from Orianthi’s third studio album, Heaven in This Hell (2013). The Writing: Co-written with the legendary Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), the song was born out of a period of creative transformation in Nashville. It represents a shift toward a more organic, blues-infused rock sound compared to her earlier pop-oriented hits. The Inspiration: The song explores the emotional fallout of a fractured relationship, questioning how someone can find peace after causing so much turmoil. Its haunting lyrics and heavy groove have made it a staple of her live sets and a fan favorite for over a decade. Performance Details Artist: Orianthi Song: "How Do You Sleep" Event: Skyville Live Location: Nashville, TN Recorded: March 20, 2017 Original Album: Heaven in This Hell ✨ If you were moved by this incredible guitar solo, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more archival treasures from the world of Orianthi! ✨ #Orianthi #HowDoYouSleep #SkyvilleLive #GuitarSolo #BluesRock #Nashville #LiveMusic #WomenInMusic #HeavenInThisHell #PRS #GuitarQueen #ModernBlues