Slow and skinny for this (way too long thread) if you like it and you're getting inspired by some of the things you hear - go with it brother... go with it. Personally, I can't listen past the first few beats.. turns my stomach and makes me wanna bitch slap someone =) seriously tho, it's cool that you keep your tastes open to new things.. there are a few songs that when they come on the radio, for the 10 millionth time, that I kind of like. Bottom line, listen to everything, use what you want and disregard the rest.... Worst thing you can do is pigeon hole yourself to one style - grow as you listen. A good friend taught me that a while ago and it's gotten me out of ruts and at times, given me the same excitement that I had when I first wanted to play.
Happy jammin
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson