even though you're not holding up the flag for metal anymore I was wondering how do you feel having 18 year old kids like myself site you as being big influence on them and the type of music they want to play? John Loughner lead guitar from Final Embrace

I feel extremely happy about that kind of thing! I never was 'holding up the flag' for any kind of music, I love metal of all kinds, as well as so many other completely different genres of music. I'm just a musician, not a representative of a particular genre. I am very pleased that you are influenced in any way by my playing, and best of luck!