I have come late to this discussion, having not been at my computer all day. How ironic to dial up Mudcat seeking info on how to order 3 MC CD's and find this thread...what a weird juxtaposition. When I called Dick Greenhaus to place my order I thanked him for his efforts, and his response was..."Well, it's in a good cause."

For all the BS threads that really *are* BS, for all the differences of opinion and complaints about the ratio of BS to music threads, still this forum, by dint of unstinting enthusiasm, cooperation, and endless volunteer efforts in time and money have produced this remarkable set of folk music CD's.

In light of this astonishing achievement, I'd say that Mudcat Cafe is a thriving music forum, whether because of or in spite of silly BS threads. I am overwhelmed and overjoyed at the thought of being able to hear other Mudcatters. and benefit this forum at the same time...such win/win situations are not so common in this complex world.

Thanks, iggy, for bringing up your concerns and thanks to all who have responded so thoughtfully. I live in a rural and fairly isolated location and for the past 2 years Mudcat has filled in a lot of musical blanks for me. True, change is inevitable, but if the above threads are any indication, the Mudcat Cafe still has much musical relavance to a lot of people, me included. Long may it flourish... and may all of us who rely on, use and cherish it continue to interact here with tolerance, wit and intelligence.