Eddies Influence - Bilbozo - Buddrumming - Bill (Bilbozo) Smith - lead and rhythm guitars - keys - bass Kevin (Buddrumming) Marcy - drums and percussion
Everyone who loved Van Halen were crushed to hear of the passing of Eddie. We decided to do something to show some of the influence he had on guitarists everywhere and how his style impacted rock music. Nobody played quite like him and it's too hard for me to even do so. There are a few recognizable licks but this is what Eddie taught and influenced us, but in our own style. RIP Ed. - Bill (Bilbozo) Smith
Fantastic musicians, both of you!!! David C. Deal
Wow. Influenced with the kiss of love I guess. Amazing. From the climb to the climax. Amazing. Its influenced but influencing me. Beautiful baby. Truly. - Queen-Regina
Awesome track Bill! You really nailed a lot of Eddies techniques in here and even threw in a couple of his riffs from a few classic VH tunes. Excellent playing and super props for this tremendous tribute to Eddie. I have to admit I've been in a daze since I heard of his passing. Even though you purposely channeled Eddie here I can also hear some Satriani and maybe even a bit of Eric Johnson sprinkled in. Quite an interesting structure in how it moves back and forth from the heavy rock groove to the light, melodic, almost jazz sounding sections. My favorite part is the whammy bar notes there at 3:24. Very cool!!! I think the past month has been quite an emotional time for EVH fans everywhere, and as time goes by we will most likely see a resurgence of interest and maybe a lot more songs and artists paying homage to Eddie. I have been listening, playing and as a result, re-living a lot of past memories. Its not going to be easy accepting he's gone but we certainly have to be thankful to have been witness to his genius. - Neomorpheus (Looperman)
I have to say that I enjoyed this more than any Van Halen tune - Len Imbery (musician)
“Eddie’s Influence” written and produced by Bill (Bilbozo) Smith engineering - Bilbozo & Buddrumming recorded at : Hidden Treasures Recording Studio drums mixed by Buddrumming Studios 2020 (BC, CANADA) Ad Designed by: Buddrumming
