Leeboy, I don't think you read the entire thread. There's nothing wrong with how you play. What you missed was that that comment was for those who CLAIM that they like to strip out all the arranger parts, and play with just a minimal accompaniment. However, virtually no-one ever posts any music done like that.

Talk about thin skinned. Have another read of JUST my posts, and tell me where I say anything derogatory about using LH chords and RH solo...

The thing I go on about is how many (including pros) like to hear the lead voice mixed so loud you can barely hear the accompaniment. Something ANY of us can learn from...

You've got to quit making this an 'us and them' thing. This isn't 'pros versus joe's', this is a forum with players of all skill levels, from bare beginner to advanced player (don't mean they are pro, just advanced). If you take any advice and tips the more advanced players give out as a slight on your ability, well, you aren't ever going to learn a damn thing, are you...? I presume you aspire to try and play better? Have a little more self-esteem, and take what is talked about as an opportunity to get better, rather than a slight on your ability.

But feel free to leave if you are uncomfortable being around people that talk about more advanced playing or mixing techniques... I mean, you wouldn't want to accidentally pick up something useful, would you?