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I mean, no offense, but I dont really see why, like guitar players from Creed, or something like that, are on the cover
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"I mean, no offense, but I don't really see why, like guitar players from Creed, or something like that, are on the cover of guitar magazines. Almost anybody can sit down and learn to play those songs"

- Dweezil Zappa

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In this quote, Dweezil Zappa is expressing his opinion on the representation of guitarist in publications. He starts by acknowledging that he does not want to offend anyone, but he questions why guitar players from bands like Creed are featured on the cover of guitar publications. He goes on to state that he believes anybody can learn to play their songs, suggesting that their abilities are not especially remarkable or distinct. Zappa may be suggesting that there are many other skilled guitar players who deserve acknowledgment and attention in the music industry. In general, this quote highlights the subjectivity and prospective flaws in the method musicians are represented and commemorated in the media.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Dweezil Zappa somewhere between September 5, 1969 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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