Kettle calling the pot black, MattR? I have tried to run a friendly room, and respect the wishes of others, sometimes at the expense of my own pleasure. There have been occasions when Mudcatters have come into the room, and insulted vistors who came in by invite. Why? because we chose to allow them to play some light rock or electric blues. Or on one occasion a guy who lost his voice (temp) played a cd of his own singing and was insulted and left the room never to return. That same performer is an outstanding guitarist and singer. I'm in the room for fun and music not confrontation and politics. When we set up this format everyone had an opportunity to have opinions and suggestions, which for the most part were respected and implemented. Midchuck, I have been in many rooms where the quality of the performers would astound you. Funnily enough other Catters were in these rooms singing and playing because it was more fun there than in the Mudcat room. I have always found some decent rooms to listen in and have been treated very well by the regulars and admins. Simply put, I'm in it for fun and no longer cater to individuals who are not satisfied with the way I run the room... Everyone is free to choose a room and run it their way. I shall not interfere with any room set up by other Mudcatters; but I shall choose the way I run any room that I am admin in, without regard for outside opinions.