I've said this a few tims on here re various threads on this subject. I bought Folk Monthly type mags every week when I got into Folk in the 70's, and still have Folk Monthly each issue. Once or twice I've picked up a 70's issue, then a current issue, and noticed that many of the names on Guest nights are just the same! I'm all for the classic names still being booked and many are great class. But, there are so few NEW names being booked, and at the same time more and more people are learning music, the internet largely responsible for that. Hence Singers/open mic nights are increasing in popularity. Guest clubs really need a fresh approach. Festivals are getting it right but I fear many guest clubs are stuck in the same age as most of their guests!