I can't remember the last time a floor singer asked for a gig at my club, but I know that it's happened. I have had mutual friends asking me why so -and - so did not get booked. I have had to turn down really good artists who have just asked for a gig, as the venue was not suitable for what they do. Crayside is a pub gig, so silence is a no go there..... as to Orpington Friday.... it may not last beyond May 2012.

Regarding Paul Simon.... Orpington Folk Club(Thursday) turned him down because he asked for £8.00 !!