The only guy cool enough to sport the long nails was Randy Rhoads... I do find it interesting sometimes you see some guitar players with a long thumbnail on their chording or lead hand... reminds me of the asian status pinky finger nail thing.
Why are we rednecks? Nobody here can deny this guy's talent. He's an incredible player. He just doesn't do it for everyone and i think growing finger nails makes a man look like he is a sorcerer. No harm in that. This forum is all about good times after all.
The condescending attitude is off-putting. I saw many people say they respected the talent but it didn't speak to their tastes...that makes them rednecks and/or dumb? That's a weak position to take.
FWIW, this guy is amazing. That said, it's nothing that I aspire to...it's a completely different approach that doesn't interest me from a playing point of view (much like an Andy McKee or Stanley Jordan). Though as a fan/listener of good music, I find it to be incredible.