I have in front of me a sticker for Zeke's on the Square. Mountain View, Arkansas, which states, in black and white (well, black and yellow bit who's counting) "Music shop for the Folk Capital of the world". Now, I know it must be true because they wouldn't ptint it otherwise, but I have my reservations...

Firstly, it is in a dry county. I think that would be a big drawback to many visitors.

Secondly, the music seemed very regional. How can it represent world music if all the songs are about pick up trucks, mamma's and prisons?

Finaly, it's a bugger to get to for most people in the world.

So, hows about nominations for where is the REAL Folk Capital?

I thought about Dingle, Ireland, but it is a bit too touristy and suffers from number 3 as above.

So Manchester was my next thought but I don't want all them tourists buggering up my pub so...

My nomination is - HULL!

Any seconders?

Cheers

DtG

In fairness btw the T-shirt I have from another music shop says Folk Music Capital of the USA. I'll let you guys argue that one out between you:-)