Oops! I need to apologize again. I think Mr. Webster can express my thoughts much better than I am able to express them myself!

DISTORT 1:to twist out of the true meaning 2:to twist out of a natural, normal or original shape or condition. 3: To reproduce improperly

(1)NOISE 1: loud, confused, or senseless shouting or out cry 2: Sound: Especially: one that lacks agreeable musical quality or is noticeably unpleasant.

This describes much of the "so-called music" that I've heard for many years. Many disagree with me and that is their right. We all have differences of opinions. And there’s nothing wrong with that. If we all liked noise there wouldn’t be any real musicians, right?.

Many today believe that the world is flat. I disagree with them also. And Hey! I may yet be proved wrong about that too. But everyone knows what noise is. Even if they won't admit it.

Noise, distortion, tricks, gimmicks, costumes are all distractions from the lack of true musicianship.

You don't have to make noise forever. You'd be surprised by what hard work and practice can do, even for a really bad musician. If you can really play there is no need to get offensive by this post.

If the shoe fits, wear it. Practice, practice, practice and you can throw away that noisemaker if you're using one.