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Thanks for the backup Darren (not that we're choosing sides here!) But it's really funny that GM went from being a really cheesy (these are just opinions folks) flashy metal dude to a "seasoned bluesman" when the opportunity struck. I mean you guys HAVE to see these videos, plus there is a live Australian DVD (with Mark Nauseef on drums) & I just can't believe that Phil put up with all of that. Cocaine is a powerful drug though, and obviously Phil & GM had a special relationship.

And when I see Brian talk in such reverent & eloquent tones about the man I hafta respect that.

And that's what keeps this forum interesting!

Bottoms up gentlemen!

True, it is kinda strange how all of a sudden he became a bluesman, but he is good at it
I discovered him in the "Cheesy Metal Phase", I was a "Cheesy Metal Guitarist", so it kinda fit.

I actually don't find it strange at all that Gary Moore switched to blues. I can understand his motive because I had a similar experience myself.

I started out playing American blues and some jazz influenced material and then the Beatles came along and guess what? I migrated to that sort of sound. Next thing I knew The Who, Cream, Hendrix and Led Zep were all the rage and so I played that sort of music for a while.

I did return to my roots though... eventually albeit many many years later. So yes, I can see why Gary Moore did what he did.

Music is fun no matter what genre you play, if you are a dedicated musician who enjoys his craft.