A buddy sent me a review in Dutch to practice my non-existant skilll ... no wonder they got only 3 stars if the category is POP
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At least during 'Killers', but there were many more songs where Janick was mainly busy with his acrobatic stunts.Do you have an example?
You're absolutely right!Maybe Janick is preparing for the next season of Dancing with the Stars.
It's a win-win situation for him. He gets to do what he's truly loved all his life: dance.
As for playing guitar, well, that just happens to pay the bills. In reality, it's nothing more than an elaborate cover story for his true passion.
I think it's beyond clear by now that Steve values someone he can work with (and or control I suppose) over pure technical chops. Hence why he hired Janick, Blaze or Simon. All good players in their own right, but maybe not the absolute best around. But after all, being in a band isn't just about ability, you have to live with and be around these people for months at a time. Personality also is a trait that should be taken seriously and if the boss is more comfortable with a slightly lesser player because the flashy ones aren't people he vibes with, I think that's a worthy thing to consider.Seen some recent footage from Rush-shows and it made me wonder, what if Harris had hired younger professional drummer instead?
I don't have anything against Dawson, but it seems that Harris must have been usual little stubborn on the situation.
Or maybe Im little thinking how Infinite Dreams could sound even better now..
The thing is that simon cant keep the pace in some times during the show. And he should have choose the drummer from raven age. He is younger, harris friend, they get along well, play soccer together and toured with IM dozens of times."can he replicate the fills in Murders in the Rue Morgue".