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The conversation quickly turned to the significance of Night Ranger's lead guitarist, Brad Gillis. Reflecting on their nearly 45-year-long collaboration, Blades expressed deep gratitude for Gillis’s decision to return to the band after a stint with Ozzy Osbourne in the early '80s. “Nobody can replace Brad Gillis,” he emphasized. The chemistry they share, formed through countless performances and records, has been a critical element of their success. Blades recounted an instance where he believed Gillis might not return, realizing how integral he is not just to the music but the very essence of Night Ranger itself.