Jeff Watson (guitarist)

Jeffrey Victor Watson (born November 5, 1956) is an American guitarist originally known as one of the founding members and lead guitarist of the hard rock band Night Ranger, in which he has played as co-guitarist with guitarist Brad Gillis. Watson developed his signature eight-fingered tapping technique during his time in the band.

Watson appeared as a special guest on Douglas Docker's Docker's Guild project. He has also released solo albums. In 2007, he was fired by the three other members of Night Ranger through a letter from their attorney. During 2009, he was part of Dennis DeYoung's travelling band.

Solo albums

 * Lone Ranger (1992)
 * Around the Sun (1993)

Night Ranger

 * Dawn Patrol (1982)
 * Midnight Madness (1983)
 * 7 Wishes (1985)
 * Big Life (1987)
 * Man in Motion (1988)
 * Neverland (1997)
 * Seven (1998)
 * Hole in the Sun (2007)

Mother's Army

 * Mother's Army (1993)
 * Planet Earth (1997)
 * Fire on the Moon (1998)

Instructional
In 1986, Watson released an instructional guitar video titled Jeff Watson: Star Licks Master Series for Star Licks Productions.