An Exclusive Conversation with John Mellencamp's Guitarist, Mike Wanchic

For nearly five decades, guitarist Mike Wanchic has helped shape John Mellencamp’s signature sound on timeless hits such as “Jack and Diane,” “Pink Houses” and “Hurts So Good.” Ahead of the band’s Valley show on its Dancing Words tour, Wanchic spoke with PHOENIX about making music from the heart, the mentors who shaped him and why great songs never go out of style. You’ve spent nearly five decades making music with John Mellencamp, and you’ve played Phoenix countless times. What about Arizona ke