Forty Deuce was Richie Kotzen's (ex-Mr. Big, ex-Poison) 2003-2005 project. He has distinguished himself as an exceptional guitarist throughout the years, but with this group his intention isn't to show-off his tremendous skills... instead the focus is on songwriting. Actually it's pleasant to note that Kotzen has matured as a musician since his early years as a solo artist. In case you've listened to Kotzen's solo records, you have in all likelihood noticed how different his first albums sound compared to his most recent offerings (nowadays Kotzen doesn't shred lightning licks too often).

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