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Born in Israel, Oz embarked on his professional music career at the remarkably young age of 13, swiftly distinguishing himself across multiple genres. By age 16, he had already established himself as a leading guitarist, performing alongside many of Israel’s most prominent artists. By age 24, Oz had become one of the most in-demand session guitarists in the country and held a pivotal role as a member of the house band on Israel’s top-rated television show for over two years.

Oz’s artistic journey took a transformative leap when he relocated to New York City in 1996. His arrival in the vibrant music scene of New York marked the beginning of a prolific career, characterized by an infectious groove and genre-defying sonic explorations. Quickly making his mark, he began collaborating with some of the most revered musicians in the industry, including drummers Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Dave Weckl, as well as bassists Will Lee, James Genus, and Reggie Washington.

In 2003, Oz introduced himself formally to the music world with his debut album, “Oz Live!”, recorded at the legendary Bitter End in Greenwich Village. His breakthrough came shortly thereafter, signing with Magna Carta Records and releasing his critically acclaimed studio debut “Ha!” in 2005. This groundbreaking release featured his signature all-star lineup, including Anton Fig, Keith Carlock, Will Lee, and James Genus, and boasted special guest appearances by Mike Stern and George Whitty.

Oz’s discography rapidly expanded with celebrated albums such as “Fuzzy” (2007), featuring the talents of Vinnie Colaiuta, Jimmy Johnson, and Jim Beard, and “Schizophrenic” (2009), which included guest musician Steve Lukather. He then ventured into blues-infused territories with “Twisted Blues Vol. 1” (2011) and “Twisted Blues Vol. 2” (2014), highlighting collaborations with esteemed artists Eric Johnson, Allen Toussaint, Warren Haynes, Chick Corea, John Medeski, and Gregoire Maret.

In subsequent years, Oz continued his sonic experimentation with releases such as the live “Asian Twistz” (2015), recorded during an acclaimed Asian tour, and “Who Gives A Funk” (2016), featuring celebrated musicians Joe Bonamassa, Robben Ford, and Dweezil Zappa, among others. His innovative trio, Ozone Squeeze, debuted in 2017, showcasing fresh creative directions alongside drummer Darren Stanley and vocalist-keyboardist Rai Thistlethwayte. Sara Niemietz joined the band for their second album, “Squeeze It!”

His ninth solo album, “Booga Looga Loo” (2019), presented another milestone, with contributions from luminaries Steve Ferrone, Vinnie Colaiuta, Dave Weckl, Will Lee, John Patitucci, James Genus, Jerry Z, and Brian Charette, further cementing Oz’s reputation as a boundary-pushing musician.

Continuing his prolific output, Oz released “Snapdragon” in 2020, further exploring his eclectic fusion style. “Riverside” (2022) offered a fresh acoustic-oriented collaboration with Ugonna Okegwo and Ray Marchica, while 2023 saw the release of “Squeeze It!” with his trio Ozone Squeeze, as well as the critically acclaimed “Triple Play,” recorded with legendary drummer Dennis Chambers and bassist Jimmy Haslip. His recent projects also include “Fun One” (2024), an adventurous collaboration with jazz label Criss Cross, and “Recreational Substance” (2025), created alongside fellow guitarist Andrew Synowiec.

Oz Noy’s live performances have continued to garner significant acclaim, including prestigious appearances at renowned events like the North Sea Jazz Festival and the “Nearness Of You” concert series, where he notably supported iconic artists such as Diana Krall, Elvis Costello, and Christopher Cross, alongside Steve Gadd. Further enriching his distinguished career, Oz regularly serves as an honored guest lecturer at Berklee College of Music, sharing his profound musical knowledge and experience.

Oz’s reputation extends beyond performing and recording; he’s highly regarded as an educator, producing instructional videos for Jazz Heaven, TrueFire, and My Music Master Class (MMMC). His educational offerings, such as “Unlocking The Neck,” “Blues, Bends and Beyond,” and “Effects On The Gig,” have become essential resources for aspiring guitarists. Oz regularly conducts masterclasses and clinics at prominent institutions, including The Collective School of Music in New York City and Musicians Institute in Los Angeles.

Throughout his remarkable career, Oz has garnered significant recognition from the global music community. Notably, Guitar Player magazine readers honored him with awards for “Best Guitar Riff on a Record” (2007), “Best New Talent” (2008), and “Best ‘Out There’ Guitar Player” (2013).

Oz Noy’s extensive collaborative credits underscore his versatility and widespread respect across the music industry. He has performed, toured, and recorded with an astonishing array of world-renowned artists, including Joe Bonamassa, Richard Bona, Chris Botti, Gavin DeGraw, Harry Belafonte, Cyndi Lauper, Idina Menzel, Clay Aiken, Toni Braxton, Nile Rodgers, Elvis Costello, Dave Weckl, John Patitucci, Roger Glover, Warren Haynes, Allen Toussaint, Eric Johnson, Mike Stern, Steve Lukather, John Medeski, Fred Wesley, Don Was, Jennifer Hudson, Don Henley, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban, Dweezil Zappa, Steven Tyler, Sting, Alison Krauss, Lizzo, Tomo Fujita, Dave Matthews, and many others.

Today, Oz Noy continues to innovate, inspire, and shape the musical landscape, solidifying his position as a truly unique voice within contemporary music.