Actually he was really great. You know those people who have the exact opposite of good taste to the point where you could rely on them to always have that bizarro opinion? So when in doubt just check if say Dusty of GAH liked something, if so don't buy it, if they hated it though, it inevitably rocked. These characters are remarkably more consistant to help with recommendations than someone you generally but not always agree with.
People don't realize the incredible worth in being around these types until they're gone. RIP Dusty.