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  1. Originally posted by Ali709[..]

    I guess Dan's choosing a video bootleg too, and Gerard has to convert it...or something similar!


    Could be.
  2. Originally posted by djrlewis[..]

    Far too tired and need to have a little chat with you first also.

    Think our rules need re-visiting personally. Will explain more tomorrow hopefully.


    Originally posted by MWSAHAny reason Gerard, why the next show is postponed?


    Ok. So, some answers...

    I feel that the BRT is losing coherence. We went through a really strong run where we gathered members quickly and got lots of reviews for lots of gigs.
    But in recent weeks that has been lost, in my opinion. The last strong showing was probably for the Lovetown show that Caper chose.

    Now, I'm not sure if this is due to generalised apathy for the concept on the part of the members, or simply due to the system we chose initially no longer suiting everyone.
    I know that I still really enjoy the RT and it is a cracking way for me to ensure that I listen to a variety of boots that I know damn well would be lost to me otherwise. I dearly want it to continue.
    But it cannot continue limping pathetically along as it has the last few weeks with multiple drop-outs and failure to post reviews when they are expected. This will gradually drag it down until it grinds to a complete halt as people will lose interest. I know it has already affected me posting my summaries, as I'm sure you have all noticed.

    This is a fantastic site, we all get on really well and the casual banter of it is part of the myriad appeal. So this cannot be overly draconian. But equally, any concept such as this needs a system and order. I firmly believe that if you sign up to take part, that is what you should do.

    With this is mind, I am proposing a slightly altered system for how we organise this.

    Please be clear, this is my suggestion only. It needs discussion and agreement from all vested parties before we can move forward. Obviously, it will be easiest if you all just agree with me.....

    1. New show choice is posted (same picking order as present) on a Monday
    2. People can register their interest if they like, but no-one signs up to post a review until they have actually downloaded the show / video and have it ready on their hard-drive/iPod/MP3 etc.
    3. We allow until the Saturday for this 'Collection' phase.
    4. Names will be collated and a summary of the show choice plus active members posted on the Sunday by me (to follow the standard layout).
    5. Those active members then have a week to post their reviews at any time.

    This will of course mean that each show takes 2 weeks. But
    a. I think we need more time to ensure people get a chance, especially when it comes to reviewing . The Sunday thing put too much pressure on people.
    b. I'm hoping more of the shows use video too and you definitely need more time then.
    c. By having longer, maybe more discussion of points raised in reviews can be had.
    d. Who really cares? We have forever...

    I will not be posting a new show choice until the chance has been taken to discuss this fully. I think every active member of the BRT needs their opportunity to have a say.

    Over to you guys....
  4. You specially spotted on it there:

    2. People can register their interest if they like, but no-one signs up to post a review until they have actually downloaded the show / video and have it ready on their hard-drive/iPod/MP3 etc.

    Very important point

    I agree on everything.Support Dan's idea here
  5. Well said Dan. I've felt for a while that some changes were needed. There really has been no discussion, just reviews. It really hasn't been much of a round table, and it would be fun if we did have a discussion.
  6. Agreed Dan..completely. Like the last show..I didn't want to miss it, because I know it would have been great. But I had a few busy weeks at school (and that remastering stuff) so I never downloaded it until Sunday, but even then, i was busy..this new set-up is much better I think.



    Originally posted by djrlewisThe last strong showing was probably for the Lovetown show that Caper chose.


    Rotterdam is just too popular.....
  7. Well, 5/5 yes-votes are a 100% of acceptation. New rules accepted, i think. Will a new topic be done?
  8. Dan, that sounds great. As someone who has been dropping out for the last few shows (and feeling really guilty about it ), I think the new system works out great, at least for me. I get real busy with university, and this new system gives me enough time to take care of the show as well...having a week to download (specially with my connection problems) is awesome!

    Still, I don't see any changes made to support a discussion...and I believe we have almost never had a discussion...only a couple of minor ones. I don't know what can be done tho...
  9. Originally posted by Ali709Dan, that sounds great. As someone who has been dropping out for the last few shows (and feeling really guilty about it ), I think the new system works out great, at least for me. I get real busy with university, and this new system gives me enough time to take care of the show as well...having a week to download (specially with my connection problems) is awesome!

    Still, I don't see any changes made to support a discussion...and I believe we have almost never had a discussion...only a couple of minor ones. I don't know what can be done tho...


    No need for guilt. Everyone has their own reasons and circumstances for not being able to submit a review. About the actual discussion, I think we should just wait until all the reviews are in then just discuss as you wish. If someone says such and such a performance was crap and you though it rocked then go ahead and question. No rules needed there.
  10. Originally posted by germcevoy[..]

    No need for guilt. Everyone has their own reasons and circumstances for not being able to submit a review. About the actual discussion, I think we should just wait until all the reviews are in then just discuss as you wish. If someone says such and such a performance was crap and you though it rocked then go ahead and question. No rules needed there.


    Right...actually this system, the one week that's given for "collection" gives us enough time to discuss!
  11. Thanks for the support guys

    Let's leave it a little longer for the other members to have their say.

    I have the next show chosen and all lined up, so no biggy there.

    Oh, and I'll get back to the summaries. You've rejuvenated my enthusiasm
  12. Forgive me this retorial question, but we have a week to download and a week to post/discuss the show? Just great..
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