I've read lots of your posts over the years and agree with many. Sure, I'm a music snob, but I like lots of different styles and genres - and respect and even admire bands I hate with an unholy passion such as Genesis, The Cure and Depeche Mode. I've grown tired of most jam bands though, other than The Dead and Allmans. And I hate to admit it, but I think I'm done with The Mule, Phish and Black Crowes. I love many bands that borrow heavily from their heroes. The Black Keys sound is heavily influenced by Junior Kimbrough and we all can guess who some of Jack White and MMJ's heroes are.