It certainly isn't a "ballad" discussion group anymore, but esoteric folk music topics can still get a few responses. You have to keep things "refreshed" if you want the discussion to continue. On the other hand just think of the wealth of Dylan opinions we now have at hand. He may not have much to do with folk music, but he sure is popular.

From what I gather, lots of Mudcat cyber-sex goes on as well. Probably more than would happen on a "British ballad" website. Or at least with fewer chastity belts.

Rick