MikeS
Bengalsologist
Re: The GEORGE LYNCH is the baddest mutha around thread!
How can you compare Bon Jovi and Dokken? Sure they both fall under the “glam band” blanket, but so did Stryper…
Give them both a great listen and you’ll see that there aren’t a ton of similarities. I though Dokken was one of the better heavier glam bands from the 80s… they just weren’t as popular because they weren’t as attractive as Poison and Bon Jovi.
George and Richie are two COMPLETELY different players… but both are obviously very talented. George definitely comes off as the more technically gifted player, but Richie seems to be a more soulful player (unrelated, but I think Richie Sambora is a player that doesn’t get nearly the admiration he deserves).
I agree that George is a masterful rhythm player and an equally talented soloist. He’s got a style that is his own. I’d place him equal to and above some of jmh151’s examples. Take context into consideration when listening to Dokken. Know the era it came from and then think about some of the absolute **** that came from that genre during that time period. There were few bands that really possessed something great, and I think Dokken was one of them.
If you want some Lynch exposure that isn’t Dokken, obviously, pick up some early Lynch Mob, but also check out “Furious George” and Lynch Mob “Revolution.” Those albums are full of killer tones and great playing. The Lynch/Pilson project “Wicked Underground” is also a worthwhile grab.
And I’ll save the best for last… “Sacred Groove.” Again, killer tones and great chops. If you can get past the lyrics and the Nelson twins’ vocals, the guitars for “We Don’t Own This World” are very well done. The solo is far more than the “weedling” you guys are accusing him of... it’s fast, but also very well composed.
How can you compare Bon Jovi and Dokken? Sure they both fall under the “glam band” blanket, but so did Stryper…
Give them both a great listen and you’ll see that there aren’t a ton of similarities. I though Dokken was one of the better heavier glam bands from the 80s… they just weren’t as popular because they weren’t as attractive as Poison and Bon Jovi.
George and Richie are two COMPLETELY different players… but both are obviously very talented. George definitely comes off as the more technically gifted player, but Richie seems to be a more soulful player (unrelated, but I think Richie Sambora is a player that doesn’t get nearly the admiration he deserves). I agree that George is a masterful rhythm player and an equally talented soloist. He’s got a style that is his own. I’d place him equal to and above some of jmh151’s examples. Take context into consideration when listening to Dokken. Know the era it came from and then think about some of the absolute **** that came from that genre during that time period. There were few bands that really possessed something great, and I think Dokken was one of them.
If you want some Lynch exposure that isn’t Dokken, obviously, pick up some early Lynch Mob, but also check out “Furious George” and Lynch Mob “Revolution.” Those albums are full of killer tones and great playing. The Lynch/Pilson project “Wicked Underground” is also a worthwhile grab.
And I’ll save the best for last… “Sacred Groove.” Again, killer tones and great chops. If you can get past the lyrics and the Nelson twins’ vocals, the guitars for “We Don’t Own This World” are very well done. The solo is far more than the “weedling” you guys are accusing him of... it’s fast, but also very well composed.
