Moon O'Poll 2007 - preview

[OverHillandDale(Admin)]

Some days it pays to rise early - I get to have 1st say.

1st, welcome back from mojtek, and thank you for "volunteering." I know how much work these projects can turn into, so please know we appreciate your efforts.

I'm of the opinion (humble or not so) that the poll show should be close to the new year, at least held within January. February starts to get too far into the next year and there can be a lot of New Year releases to cloud ones' mind. However, I fully respect your commitments so let's focus on album inclusion.

I would put a release cut-off date around early December (5-10). Why further reward groups trying to take advantage of the holiday market. Plus, part of a group appeal is longevity. One week on the market doesn't allow it to qualify for those characteristics. I may like it now, but after 15 listenings.... So regardless of when the voting takes place mid to late December release should go with 2008 recordings.

Let's be sure last year's late entries are included this year.

Also, I'd be happy to offer my assistance to you. If I can be of any help, I'd be honored to do so.

[Rick and Roll]

Hi Woj...maybe sometime we can vote for your music...

Anyway, since you have so capably organized it in the past, it seems to me we should work on your schedule. It sounded like it was easier to do it the way we always have. But if it's too late to compile a show for mid-January, it's ok with me. Anytime is fine, I have no personal preference.

As usual, you can replay the show in my slot (so we'll have three plays...or is it four?).

Does it really matter if it's a proper calendar year? Not like these discs get awards, plus we always add if there's a groundswell for inclusion.

As I've always said, I never hear many great ones until well after the year ends anyway. I'm always hearing stuff from 2003,4,5, etc and liking it.

thanks again, woj...