Such a shame for a guy who brought so much joy. His playing on Shine a Light on Exile, which was a tribute to Brian Jones, is unmatched.
If you watch him in concert though, you can see why he never felt comfortable in the band. He’s clearly an introvert that didn’t seem to enjoy the spotlight.
It’s a shame. He deserves so, so much more.
When he joined the band, Keith said (paraphrasing) - “I knew we were getting a guitarist, I didn’t know we were getting a ****ing virtuoso”...
You’re right - he didn’t fit - and yet that was their best music (imo). Go figure.