Well done indeed to Kate for having the courage to speak out.

In answer to "logged out" you are wrong to criticise Bellowhead or any other musicians, amateur, semi-pro or fully pro, who expect to be treated with a little courtesy and respect by the promoter who has booked them.

I only know some of the members of Bellowhead in passing but they strike me as very pleasant and genuine individuals who love their music and don't deserve to be slagged-off by "logged-out" or anyone else.

Kate is too courteous to repeat what was said to her by Gordon backstage but it's already well-known in musician circles and if Gordon has a shred of decency in him he should apologise to Kate for the grossly insulting comments he made about Kate and women in general.

Most musicians want Sidmouth to continue. We recognise the enormous hard work and dedication of those who made the Folk Week happen this year. We wish you every success in 2006 and, if asked, most of us will be back to perform again.

BUT...

Whoever organises Sidmouth 2006 should think seriously before letting Gordon become involved again. His attitude and demeanour backstage contrasted sharply with the wonderful atmosphere out front. His involvement could result in artists declining bookings at Sidmouth 2006 and that would be a very great loss for us all.