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jiujitsu_jesus
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jiujitsu_jesus
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02/10/2006 5:34 am
Originally Posted by: damagednot in his playing in is persona


I disagree - I think he's overrated as a player! I just don't understand why he ranks so high in so many "Top 100 Guitarists" lists. I mean, if you're looking for somebody who can shred the pentatonic blues scale at breakneck speed, he's your man; but if you're looking for someone who can play engaging, intelligent music and write and sing songs to boot... well, in my opinion, there are AT LEAST 100 gentlemen who would do a better job.
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