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  • Dana on

    I ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Kotzen so much. No effects, all talent.

    Also, a very apropos message, in these tenuous times.


  • Doug R. on

    I remember when I first heard “Stand” on Poison’s NATIVE TONGUE, gave me chills, and this performance? Even more chills, with no frills!


    • Dana on

      Not sure if you knew, but Kotzen said he auditioned for Poison with that song. He wrote it, but they changed some of the lyrics.

      While I appreciate Poison’s version with hat powerful choir, I much prefer the original (aka-this version).


    • Doug R. on

      Yep, I knew that. And I agree completely, loved Poison’s version, but I love Kotzen’s solo version even more! Nothing at all against Bret, but I think it’s more powerful when the writer sings his own original song, in most cases, and this is one of them.


    • Dana on

      Plus, as much as I love, and adore Michaels, Kotzen’s vocal prowess is on another level.

      D 🙂


  • Keith G on

    Great version of a great song! I had forgotten that Richie K. wrote that song. I actually like both the Poison version and this version equally. Poison’s version with the choir and electric guitar has a real gospel feel to it, while Richie’s acoustic version sounds real personal and raw. Richie is a great vocalist and guitar player, and I hope he gets back with the Winery Dogs soon to start on their third record!


  • Doug on

    This dude is so frickin’ talented, long time fan of his.


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