As far as Terry vs. Red is concerned, I think one should remember that Terry is a flatpicker, Red is a fingerpicker. Red's style is more compatible with acoustic guitar, but ironically he plays electric guitar on "Sundown". The bandmembers sit because playing while seated is usually more advantageous to the musician than when standing. As far as Terry not standing because he is much taller than GL, Red Shea is much shorter. GL described his show as being one where he provides a "focal point" on which the audience can focus. I think that's partly why everyone else sits. Let's move on to Rick vs. John. John Stockfish's bass lines actually drove a song much more than do Rick's. I'm not saying that Rick is a bad bass player, but I prefer John's licks. Also, for me there is a gaping hole in GL's music since Peewee Charles departed and was not replaced on steel. Comments anyone?
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