Ingui Mommstein actually turned down David Lee Roth. When Diamond Dave split from Van Halen, he eyed Ingui for his new band. But Mommstein, fresh off tours with AC/DC and his own successful run, felt he was already doing great. He passed and Billy Shihan snagged the spot teaming up with Steve Vi. Ing chose his solo path, valuing creative freedom above all. This decision cemented his status as a guitar icon, proving that sometimes saying no is the ultimate power move.
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