All the nominees are very strong, even if the others don't include "Maine's moonwalking, leather jacket wearing, guitar slinging tart treasure."

Grammy voting has now begun, and will continue through the first week in January.

Ron, there are requirements to become a member of the recording academy - you have to be credited on a certain number of published tracks, be actively pursuing your craft, etc. On the other hand, many Mudcat members meet those requirements, and it is always good to have more academy members with expertise in traditional music.

Dan