I have always hated Phil X's backing vocals. He is fine as a guitarist but it is his lack of a pleasing voice that makes me miss Richie the most. I would have thought Jon would have found someone who could handle both the lead guitar and vocals after the end of the BWC tour when Phil was brought back to save the day. I mean, if there is going to be a permanent replacement of Richie, Jon should have paid equal attention to the vocal support for not only himself but for the songs.