Originally Posted by Fritz

For your first question, I honestly think it's a combination. I remember 4-starring several songs with 190k points (free bird comes to mind) I believe note streaks might have an effect as well. As for your second, HOPO's will become your best friend, you're gonna have to use 'em to do those hard solos in hangar 18, carry me home, misirlou, etc. Other then that, remember not to get ahead of yourself and practice, practice, practice.(personally, I only have free bird left for my medium 5 stars, but i've given up on that damn song)