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Originally Posted by Macfan4life
Its my belief he was probably on the shortlist. It would make sense to bring Rick and Billy back. However Stevie already promised the position to Mike. So I believe they did not want to screw one of them over deciding Rick or Billy? I have no proof but that is my gut. With the lead guitarist hired already, they needed a singer and guitar player. They mystery guy did not work out and then Mick threw out Neil since he worked with them.
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I also used to think Billy was the mysterious and unnamed second person who had auditioned for the band, but I don’t think that anymore. Billy was understandably bitter, I think more so since he wasn’t asked to rejoin the band. I definitely don’t believe Rick was asked to rejoin, either, or even audition. When Rick quit, he was done with them professionally, especially when he wasn’t included with them in the RRHOF. From his social media, I get the impression he’s still friendly with Mick and Stevie, but had no desire to rejoin the band.
You know the saying- fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me.