Another possible solution would be to have two forums for the "User Showcase". The first would remain as "User Showcase". This could be for folks who simply want to post their songs without having others "nitpick" them. People could be encouraged or "guided" by comments of other users to continue making music and improve their skills.

The second could be "User Showcase For Critical Review". This would be for the more advanced recording artist/musician/songwriter and wouldn't be for the hobbyist or the faint of heart.

The first two rules for both showcases could remain the same:

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- The songs must be originals, no copyrighted or "cover" songs. You must have all of the rights to the songs.

- Start a new thread with each new song post. Don't add new songs to an existing thread.



The third rule for the "Critical Review" could be "You Asked For It". LOL.

This wouldn't be a license to be mean, but it would allow "nitpicking" of all aspects of the song. Users should be instructed to refrain from commenting on genre's they don't like, (i.e., I don't like polkas, so I shouldn't be trying to tell someone how to make a better polka song).

This would allow the more advanced users to help each other create better music and mixes.

It would free up listeners to post honest comments because the poster "Asked For It".

Just my 2 cents.

Bob
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