Folk/Music Lover: No problemo, just use the database, and don't bothe with the rest of the stuff. I enjoy the diversity of views in the BS threads, and I've learned a lot from those threads devoted to music. It's all based on free choice; participate or don't,as you choose. I've found some wonderful friends on the Mudcat that I will probably never meet face to face, and have gained much by tuning in. If it's not your bag, tune out. It appears to me, based on the tone of your message, that you enjoy stirring the pot. Well, I repeat, no problemo. DougR