How the hell do I know, who they hold up as examples of excellence. Engelbert Humperdink for all I know.

As I have said with my middle class background I am and always have been a card carrying folkie - fully appreciative of all the artists you like.

However - living the life I have . For many years, living in old Nottinghamshire ex-mining village, eeking out a living for many years by working as a part time musician in the pubs, working mens clubs and miners welfares. Inevitably I have noticed that there is something of a discrepancy between the musical tastes of the folk world, and most other places.

I know you all feel defensive about my observation. But it remains my overwhelming and honest impression.