Debating on playing here, but no idea which class?

[PearlJammzz]

First off let me tell you my experiences w/ classes. I played all but the Mage on live back in the Kunark/Velious days.

1. Paladin - Hated it, bored the piss out of me.
2. Monk - Loved it, and LOVED duoing in places like Ill Omen w/ a Shammy. Just got old clicking 2 buttons over and over lol.
3. Rogue - Another melee class, but I REALLY liked my halfling Rogue. Was nice to be able to carry stuff, and was cool unlocking doors for people. DPS rocked too!
4. Mage - Played this on PEQ. I love, love, love it! I love the Utility that the Mage gives compared to other classes (does pet armor work on this server?), but am afraid I can't solo like I couldn't in PEQ. I had to get crafty to take down solo mobs, and would almost die on easy guys! They good DPS in the old days? Decent solo? Worth having around?

I kind of want to try something new, and have been thinking about a Wizzie. Again, can they solo stuff decent? My hours are often 1 hr here, 1 hr there, and that makes leveling difficult sometimes if you can't solo. I am not sure I'd like another melee character at all, and I'd LOVE the Wizzie ports I am sure. Any suggestions/thoughts? Thanks guys!