Rhythm guitarists are more recognized today than they were in the eighties, before they were just regarded for filling in the empty spaces, but now they are respected for being superb songwriters. The eighties metal scene had some great moments, and great memories, but toward the end it was all becoming too egotistical! Since Kurt Cobain came onto the music scene, everyone realized that with a few chords, a musician could really open themselves up into many different forms of creativity.

Lately, I've have to say that I have a natural inclination toward jazz chord structure, whenever I have the tape recorder running at night it's great to rely on your natural instincts. I love recording stuff one night, only to forget where it came from the next day almost as if you didn't write it where you have to re-live the moment all over again.

You're right guys, this is a great topic, and you guys have very interesting tastes. I'de be more than happy to work with you guys on a professional standpoint! :)

-Joseph