From what I can gather from the original post on Indiegrrl, these guidelines are real. Here is the original post:(I have deleted the guidelines since everyone has seen them)

I'm part of an Ann Arbor based performance network that is primarily email communication/booking based and one of the most organized, well-run non profits in regards to live music I've ever seen. This was recently sent to all of us in regards to a particular small coffee shop venue on the circuit. These gigs are tips/merchandise only payment, but offer some exposure, good, reliable press and a selection of afternoon concerts as well. In order for our performers to keep playing there, we must adhere to these guidelines. Having come from a classical background and having sometimes performed in upper-scale restaurants as "dinner music," these are typical expectations...but then again, those are usually the better paying gigs. I wonder, after reading this, how many artists would be offended by some of the restrictions this venue owner is stipulating. In general, I think it's a good guideline of the reality of what venue owners hope to get out of musicians, but it's been my experience that most musicians tend to rebel to this type of thing, even if it means not performing there anymore or getting everyone kicked out of the place because you want to make a statement. Your comments? Opinions?