RTP-area local music and culture

[clo AT nc.rr.com]

I was shooting for over-the-top, to be provocative and hopefully rile
somebody into posting a real response (this postit board can be a
little dry), so please, nobody get yer panties in a wad over it.   I'm
not retracting my rant, but I've got to admit I was being dramatic with
it for effect.   If I traunced upon the delicate sensibilities of any
alt.chappy posters I appologize.   Goddamnit!  I'm too good!!
   But seriously - what's the deal with the dancing or not dancing at
shows thing?   I've heard this complaint over and over again.    To
people on the periphery of the music scene it seems to typify what they
don't like about going to local shows.    It's kind of a strange thing
to fixate on, don't ya think?   Am I crazy or has anyone else heard
this criticism?   Just curious.