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The relationship between the original synthesizer part and the Funk Fingers grew increasingly complicated. The bassist found himself caught between two worlds, often switching between the synth and bass lines in performances as he navigated Peter Gabriel’s preferences. Gabriel liked the synth sound, yet the bassist felt an inherent pull towards his crafted sound using Funk Fingers.
Despite the tension surrounding this artistic choice, the bassist expressed his admiration for the quirks of the synthesizer sound while admitting a physical and emotional disconnect with it. This creative struggle underscored a broader theme of artistic collaboration, where the varying preferences of musicians could lead to delightful yet challenging dynamics.