Nearly finished reading the book. I can't remember the clubs declining that fast or that early - i.e. if you believe the quoted performers who went off into stage acts at about that time (QED). I think it is a very valuable book - I just had to keep reminding myself that it was suposedly about 'Singing from the floor' (although the quotes come from professional performers and organisers rather than floor performers!) and alledgedly about the folk clubs (althgough it includes about half of the diversity and completely omits swathes of really significant contributors to the scene.) So long as we recognise the huge gaps in the book - both in the history of the clubs and in the performers who made such wonderful music through the 70s and 80s, then it is a notable assemblage of anecdotes from some individuals. It lets a few of those who were there remember their own experiences - but no more.

So. Now. Who's going to fill in the gaps?