Whether he was playing solo or with Taste; Rory was the George Best of the blues guitar world. Sublimely talented; beautiful to watch; adored by fans & with the unmistakable charm of the Irish. Sadly; like Best; after a lifetime on the sauce (admittedly with added complications); even a liver transplant couldn't save him. Rory was pure brilliance; if you don't believe me; then check out " Messin' With The Kid". Or you could have asked Jimi Hendrix; who after the Isle of Wight Festival was apparently asked " So Jimi; what's it like to be the best guitarist in the world?" His response was "I don't know; ask Rory Gallagher."