add steely dan

 

  I'm not sure if your observations were directed at my last post or just in general, but in my own defence, I say as follows:

 

  As I understand it, bands don't make it into 'The Archives' primarily because they and/or their music do not satisfy the specific criteria . Certainly, as far as I am concerned, this in no way detracts from my enjoyment of the band or leads me to a conclusion that they are somehow inferior. From my point of view, your criticism  is misplaced . It is more to do with what being admitted to PA affords a band and its fans rather than their perceived quality. We all know and realise the advantages of bands being included, otherwise we would not subscribe. So, imo it is more about the great benefits of PA rather than the merits or otherwise of individual bands/artists and their music.

 

  To put things more simply, its great to have a band I like admitted because I can find out so much about them, their music and activities than I ever would otherwise and this is what is so great about PA. I don't buy the "badge of honour " thing as being important, although I suppose those who successfully propose some band may feel vindicated.

 

  AS far as STEELY DAN being in anything other than the first division? Man, they're on the top of the table.

Very peculiar blend of many genres, hard to describe, quite sophisticated, typically American LA sound. Jazz, r'n'b, funk, pop, orchestral arrangements, studio perfectionists... but hardly prog rock. However, I would not object their possible addition to PA.