PA grew fast and at some stage Admins were appointed to reign over the conduct of affairs. Fair enough, but following Maani's deparure, almost immediately four locked announcements appeared in front of every single Forum subjects, presenting a rather draconian set of rules. 

Not pretty, but one can live with that - grudgingly.

 

I grew up with Prog as it was understood back then in the early 70's. (I am pushing 51 now). At PA I made an effort to disseminate information that some younger people may not have had access to. It wasn't always well received by some dominant characters with their own views, but I percevered in good faith.

Never resorting to foul language - unlike some others -, but making a spirited effort to explain the relevance of some ignored artists included and in a category that would be appropriate.

 

My contribution to the "Jimi Hendrix replacement poll" was used to remove my internal access to the Collab Zone. Nothing much exciting was happening there anyway, but the arrogance of Tony R in engineering my removal is not taken lightly. He used the excuse of my views on the inclusion of Hendrix and previously of Led Zeppelin to create tension and to gag me.

The "Jimi Hendrix replacement poll" was started by "Easy Livin", but Mr R. felt at liberty to close it himself - rather prematurely - after a spiteful diatribe delivered without giving anyone a chance to respond to. That diatribe was further extended in his PM to me, advising of an "Admin Decision" of my privileges curtailed.

 

It is claimed to be endorsed by Easy livin, Atkingani, Ghost Rider and The Progtologist. None of whom bothered to contact me and the latter three I've never, ever had any contact with.

Not very fair, or professional - I'd say - if it's true.

 

Tony R has been less than endearing towards me in the past and his arrogant contribution is not seen as an asset to PA. I have often offered assistance  and to my disappointment, there was no response. Not even a polite decline whilst I had much to share.

 

PA is not well served with such limited and dominating attitudes on display by a few "influential" ones at the helm. The selfish arrogance on display is truly disappointing. Prog remains the greatest loser.

 

I've often been criticized by contributors before, few of those remained active on PA. The Archives seem to be at crossroads. 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

I agree with you, but have to point out that your fears are groundless - this can only escalate into Admin praising thread.

 

 

 

It's a diffucult job which do they very well.