Have watched the Mudcat for over a year and have loved it all. The music information is way over the head of a limited talent such as me but I always gain a little from the discussions. An old "folkie", I am not always appreciative of all the newer trends in "folk" music but always supportive and tolerant. Some of the BS threads astound me in that passion so often overcomes discussion and reason, but that is the way of the world. Politically I have little in common with many of the frequent contributers, but find most of them very sincere in their beliefs. This helps me to understand the other points of view and often causes me to re-assess my own. Living in an area that does not have a lot to offer in the music that I love, the Mudcat keeps the interest high. Without it, life would be diminished for many of us. Long live the Mudcat!