Bearded, Clam Up

From the mind of Rick Rubin (courtesy of the Chicago Tribune):

"Neil Diamond is one of my all-time favorite artists," the producer says. "The live show is simply amazing. [Diamond's 1972 double-album] `Hot August Night' is probably my favorite live album. He's got better songs on it than [The Who's] `Live at Leeds.'" (emphasis added by moi)

I've got nothing against Neil Diamond, but now I've got something against Rick Rubin. I think bong resin from his days producing the Beastie Boys has clouded his thought process.

UPDATE: Jeff read this post and declares his allegiance with Rubin on the subject. To each his own, I still disagree with both of them.