interesting observation, one that has crossed my mind from time to time. I'd like to modify your logic with some distinctions that seem significant to my reasoning process (others may disagree, which is normal and even desirable)

First of all, there's a difference between music not being "accepted" and being "universally liked". If you aren't prohibited from posting it, then it's accepted.

In the other direction (of universal acceptance) I think you'd be hard pressed to find ANY genre that is. As a performer who makes a conscious effort to embrace a wide variety of music, I'm always surprised by the recurring theme of musical fascism. I don't get it, but I accept that people are entitled to like what they like and dislike everything else.

This group is pretty open-minded in my opinion... but that open-mindedness comes with a wicked sense of humor. I submit the possibility that at least some of what probably comes across as criticism is actually intended as tongue-in-cheek playfulness.

Regarding the pointlessness of participation:
In my opinion the great thing about forums (especially those forums that are as full of rational and reasonable people as this one is) is the free exchange of ideas that might never have crossed your mind otherwise.

Some of the best discussions here have been on topics with which I have not been in agreement, because those are the discussions that are most likely to yield fresh perspectives.

You and I have talked privately, and I know you are a thinker, someone who doesn't necessarily want to rock the boat, but who is open to exploring ideas outside the box. Every forum needs that.

I think the topics you have opened on the forum have been among the most interesting, partly because they are also somewhat inflammatory and therefore they evoke multiple strong and honest responses. You couldn't ask for a better formula for discussion.

This is not to be confused with the practice of entering a bar, starting an argument then walking out... which is (in my opinion) disruptive and disingenuous. I think the redeeming point of strong discussions is the genuine interest in hearing the points that naturally arise from such discussions. And I think you have never been disingenuous, which is why your topics have ended up mostly peaceful and interesting.

My 2 cents.. other peoples' mileage may vary.

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