Cris Cohen: I think there is a definite art to rhythm guitar that doesn't get acknowledged. What has been the most challenging part about growing as a rhythm guitarist?
Dean Roland of Collective Soul: Malcolm Young (of AC/DC) is probably my favorite rhythm guitar player. Malcolm or Keith (Richards of the Rolling Stones).
I mean, Keith plays solos and stuff, but if you ask him, he considers himself a rhythm guitar player.
A lot of it is just… your job is to stay out of the way. You're the glue between the bass, drums, and lead. You're just kind of fitting in and getting out of the way.
It's a little cliche to say it, but some of the best notes are the ones that are never played.
If I have to hold it down, I will hold it down for however long it is.
Just be back to serving the song.