In a message dated 5/27/00 11:16:54 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But with the exception of Hawtin, Mills and yourself > >(and maybe Rolando), it doesn't seem to me that that's what Detoit musicians > >are into anymore. I think Detroit and I think Carl Craig, Moodyman and >Theo >Parrish. I think Moods and Grooves and Theorem. They're the ones getting > >attention for moving stuff forward. I like the Detroit sound you helped >to >pioneer. But I think somewhere it got stuck in a groove. And the rest of > >Detroit kept moving on. >
I can honestly say I was thinking the same thing but how can one be really sure that the rest of detroit is moving on and alan/those not invited isn't? didn't some say awhile back on this list that there isn't really anything innovative coming out of detroit? isn't there a variety of styles coming out of detroit? if there is, shouldn't they all be represented. just because the rest of detroit isn't into what alan is making, does it mean it should be overlooked? they even have hip hop and ghetto tech covered, for christ's sake. i believe alan is one of few still representing this particular "hard-rockin' the crowd-techno sound" and if you heard "Progress" on Tresor Records you will know that he has touched other types of styles. i recommend that you stay tuned to what he is doing because the best has yet to come. all i'm saying is, since this was the first "Detroit" electronic music festival, wouldn't it be obvious to "get all the real gunners out to represent"? even if they can't make it for some reason, shouldn't they be asked anyway out of common courtesy and respect? there are indeed individuals out there who are also doing music, making strides, and continue to contribute to this detroit techno/electronic legacy besides the usual suspects. it definitely is a sad day that politics and "not doing the right thing" hinders what's obviously important which is to present ALL of what detroit has to offer to the global music community, right from the getgo. No Excuses! Now, for those who go to this without knowing too much or anything about detroit's musical contribution will not get a full representation. peace out. _g l y p h_ "But that's just my opinion, I could be wrong." --Dennis Miller
