One of my bands just got a gig review, from a local newspaper in Newbury, describing the rhythm section thus. . . .
[i]"For any lead musician, their bass and drum combination to die for, a rare unity of rhythm and beat, allowing the two lead instruments to relax into some outstanding solos." [/i]
It's a bit flowery but I'm happy that even a guitar playing journalist spotted what we were trying to do. It's not all in vain then.