In a message dated 10/26/00 11:42:06 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<< I am glad I waited because I think this man is peaking in his performance
career right now. (Which is as it should be right? Musicians getting BETTER
with age contrary to what the music business would have us believe- sorry,
couldn't resist that comment) >>
Having seen both phases of neils career I'd have to second this one except
for one simple fact and that is that all musicians get technically better
with age. Its the leap across the stage and the landing on their knees they
cant do anymore. Pete Townshend (and Joni) is far better technically today
than he was years ago. The recent Who tour was a jaw dropper and the guy is
past 50. Geezers can still bust the chops. Having said that Im not sure how
many guitar players today are close to several who were youngsters in the
60's and 70's. Jeff beck, Jimi, Jimmy Page, David Gilmore, Alvin Lee, I could
go on. Im not aware of any true creative virtuosos today although maybe some
of the young fans can correct me. I will say Im not hearing any new sounds in
quite some time. Those guys were 20-25 back then or younger. So Neil is
amazing today. He wasnt bad way back then just not as polished. His one note
lead solos like in Down By The River were pretty banal next to the other guys
mentioned above. marcel deste
