No Fun was an excellent song written in the "70s by Iggy Pop.

Now.. Never thought I would apply the philosophy to the folk circuit, but yeah, listen to the words some time. (The Sex Pistols did a good cover version of it on the B side to Pretty Vacant.)

I really like the few local clubs I go to, nice people and a good night. I tend to be a bit slow at searching out other nights though, and as has been noted above, perhaps the answer for those not seeking a night of personal nostalgia, the venues considering themselves as acoustic roots are the answer?

I started going to a local folk club as a teenager many years ago and was the youngest there by far. Now, more years on than I can care to think about, I was invited to a party that a friend from there hosted, and was asked to bring a guitar. All the old mate were there, singing the same songs and I had a lovely night.

But I was still the youngest bugger to get up and give 'em a song...

Folk clubs have already altered, and sadly, the term folk club as we In The UK know it will be something to do with either those that evolve themselves, or the very few who will survive through critical mass and reputation. The rest? The folk world I entered was very different to what I see now. the funny thing is though, many think it hasn't changed.....