Eegad! Over the last 30 years, I've enjoyed the "Corries AND countless trad singers (both with and without occupied fingers.) I guess I'm not discriminating enough in some folk areas. Fortunately I discriminate like hell in other areas. Don't get me started on banal lyricists, folks who won't learn proper "F" chords, and SOME (only some) singer-songwriters, who perform their diary-entries at open stages.

It doesn't matter however, I've just been put in my place where it REALLY counts. Five minutes ago Heather appeared at the door and said "If your talking about Scottish music, don't forget to mention Andy Stewart!! (and she doesn't mean Andy M Stewart) Where do I start? Colin, can I introduce her to your Dad? I think I'll go listen to a Dick Gaughin tape.