[quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1403890231' post='2487503']
Hmmm... I think that, through the White Stripes, Jack White has been the true standard bearer for the blues in our times. IMO the ability to 'solo' has little or nothing to do with the blues. I'd far rather hear Mr White's offerings than any amount of widdly soloing, whether from the likes of Joe Bonamassa or from guys in pub bands.
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I really enjoy solos that are good and instil emotion. Bonamassa I'm sad to say did not make me feel anything but boredom live. I'm not of the opinion that all blues must have solos far from it. I play a lot of blues with a lot of guys and a few of them are absolutely superb and do very special things. You might think they are just widdling though