Paul Stanley: Vinnie had an incredible touch and an incredible knowledge of the guitar. But left to his own devices he'd hang himself. For somebody who could play so brilliantly and so tastefully, it became more about how much he could play rather than what he played. And, ultimately, I couldn't understand what he chose to play. And that's not taking into account all the other stuff about hymn, which I think haas been well documented.
Gene Simmons: He was a much more accomplished musician [than Ace Frehley]. Understood some jazz. Could play faster. He was a big fan of all that sort of hurricane machine-gun stuff. But he was not as pure in his personality. We wrote "I Love It Loud" together, although he hated me for telling him what to play in the solo. But the guy could write songs. The guy could sing. He could play rings around most anybody. But with all due respect to Vinnie, it was a fucking nightmare. And it continues to be. That guy sued us 14 times and lost 14 times. But I wouldn't wish his life on anybody. He's had a lot of grief. A lot of trouble. And I feel sad that he didn't understand the gift and the opportunity he was given.
you want to thank Vic for making this beautiful fan forum, paying homage to all things related to Vinnie Vincent and also you wanting to thank us, the fans for being the defenders of the faith. 
