dunno about that...seems like Shimrod has a lot to put up with.

what i generally do in the circumstances is this...you see these people aren't completely stupid. they see that you know what you're doing - they see that your spot is well received, and that that theirs isn't.

start off by complimenting him on the nic jones riff. then say - look i think i can help you put together a stronger performance, and make some constructive suggestions. show that you CARE and you've thought about ways forward for him.

alternatively you could tip him the black spot.