RTP-area local music and culture

[paok <bluefreaky AT earthlink.net>]

You know, I don't think it's a big deal either way, dancing or not--i don't 
mean it as a value judgment at all.  But when I moved here from Louisiana in 
the summer of 96, I was struck by the lack of dancing at shows that summer 
(then I started law school and stopped going to shows for three 
years--*sigh*).  And I do remember everyone just standing around and it being 
kind of, well, intimidating and off putting.  This didn't keep me from going 
to shows, but I do remember feeling that way.

pk

-----Original Message-----
From: clo AT nc.rr.com
Sent: Mar 7, 2005 11:14 AM
To: ch-scene AT lists.ibiblio.org
Subject: Re: Anthropology

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.

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