If anyone ever wonders why the UK has fallen in stature, all they need to do is look at some of the posting on Mudcat. What miserable bunch of whiners. No one really givs a rats arse about your squabbles.

Getting back to the topic, I agree with Barry about the Boston scene. It has always been strong and continues to be. The folk scene in Greenwich Village is no where near as vibrant as once was, practically non-existent these days. There are still a few good enclaves here, but for aspiring folkies it is not the place to be.

Brooklyn is actually a growing folk community. Clubs like Jalopy and Barbes are presenting some exciting music with a good traditional base.