Originally Posted by: Elliott JeffriesPlaying a style is about being both unique and having quality. Having quality alone is not enough and neither is only being unique. When you combine them, you have the perfect formula for playing a style that gives you a distinguishing identity. The best way to achieve this is to be yourself but also make yourself presentable.

Agreed.. both are important. Still wonder about other factors... the things we don't like to admit might play their part as well.