[911Freak]

Originally Posted by Rick Lee

I think George Lynch is the most overrated "shredder" of the 80's and 90's. I can't think of one song of his that moved me. He's often the guest guitarist on That Metal Show and every time he leaves me scratching my head as to why he's on tv. I saw Dokken around 1988 and remember being so excited when George came out on the stage. Then I sort of wondered why I had thought he was great. I just don't get it. His solos do nothing for me and don't sound that impressive. Seems like a nice enough guy and definitely looks the part. Otherwise, huge overrate.

Rick, have you listened to his first 3 solo albums (2 as Lynch Mob and solo GL Sacred Groove)? His work in Dokken was muzzled or rather dictated in part by Don's song writing style and structure. He flies free on his solo albums. Check out Tierra Del Fuego... Also his instructional video is pretty cool on showcasing his prowess.

Not uncommon for EVH guys not to be GL guys? Possible? Probably.

Personally as a player I find them both to have been instrumental in my picking up the guitar in the first place after Page, Clapton, Blackmore et al.