I just thought I'd post this because it says a lot.

It also shows how bands like Godsmak have their hearts somewhat in the right place, but didn't really understand it.

The quote that really got me was this one, from Barrett Martin (one of my favorites):
"If we look at his strengths and talents, his gift to us becomes clear: His life was expressed in his words and in his music," Martin said in a statement. "Listen to them! He said a lot in a very short period of time.

"When he was at his peak of greatness, he was awesome to behold. His command of his voice and natural charisma was a very rare combination indeed, and those of us who toured with him and saw him onstage remember the power he held. His unique vocal style has been frequently imitated since the heyday of the Seattle music scene, but none will ever really come close to his mastery. He was most certainly 'a natural,' and one couldn't have imagined a more perfect embodiment of a rock singer."

I could not have said it better.