with most artists there's stuff in there to enjoy. occasionally you can find fault with theunderlying vision, but by and large - most people when it comes to being recorded, do their best - really give it their best shot - in terms of dedication and creative energy.

My advice to our neophyte bluesman is - look on the positive side - look for what you can learn and what you can steal from all these guys.

Someone clverer than me once said, a wise man can learn from anybody even if they're a fool - a fool can't learn from anybody.
Even if you're only learning what not to do - keep your ears and your mind open.