Whilst not in the Folk genre,I have worked support for some ex-names in small clubs in the U.K. The most interesting thing, from my viewpoint,was how these guys handled their newly reduced status. Stan Webb (Chicken Shack),for example,was a complete arse! Lording it over everybody, shouting at his little gofer to bring cigarettes and generally making everybody uncomfortable. We couldn't even soundcheck! The reverse was true of Zoot Money, a lovely guy,shook hands with everyone (whether they wanted to or not) and insisted I helped him to drag his keyboard across the stage to give ME more room! Both guys gave value for money on stage and I suppose that's all the paying public ask but I reckon Zoot was happier with his lot and still enjoying life!