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I recently saw a video (I think it was a feature on a history of Genesis DVD)
of Collins, Banks and Rutherford in a studio setting playing some of the old
"hits". Collins looked and acted like he was "To old to Rock and Roll..." and
wished he were far, far away. Banks seemed to be completely uninspired and
vacant as well. Rutherford was good. He seemed happy to be playing the tunes
again.

Perhaps this kind of (perceived) attitude carries over to the public as
well... sort of a "I'm too good for the material now" kind of feeling. I think when
you're coming up you are grateful for your fan base. When you are on top,
some musicians (and others) think they are to good to be close to the fans. It
isn't until you need the fan base again that some performers resume their
accessibility.

Except maybe Fripp. I long ago decided that he was on the far side of his
creative mountain. He just may not know or accept that.... yet

Frank