Who makes the band what it is?

[JimmyBlueEyes]

I would say the singer as well cause it sometimes changes the complexion of the band. I think VH went down a totally different road with Sammy. And you can tell the difference. Some bands actually do better with a new lead singer. Case in point Anthrax. I happen to like them just as much with John Bush as I did with Joey Belladonna. I think the stuff they have done with John is better than some of the classic stuff. Maiden without Bruce is shit. Metallica, you can tell who the bass player is. You can see differences in styles and even how they play. Cliff Burtons playing is a lot more pronounced than Newsted, and Robert Trujillo is fuckin awesome.

With Ripper and Priest I could tell the difference but you have to admit the guy has an incredible voice. GnR is nothing now. Axl needs to be commited. As for the Crue, anyone else other than Vince is no good.