As one from the west coast of New Hampshire, I can't speak to the phenomenon you refer to, Naemanson. Here in the CT river valley, you are just as likely to find musicians from VT and Mass. as from NH. Maybe even more from away, as I witnessed at yesterday's Fall Ball in Peterborough- 3 bands, one local (Randy Miller and dear old Bob MacQuillen!) and two from Away. All were great!