He said: "As far as the conflict of interest issue, I think the db is simply a tool. You want to list taper unfriendly bands? Go ahead. That doesn't mean they can be discussed on-list. Maybe a disclaimer on the db site? I don't know..."
........................ What is the difference between talking about these bands and having them on your list? Nothing. Putting them on your list is a de facto advertisement for trades involving said bands - just like a post. Whether they have "tradable" or "not tradable" set is irrelevant; I don't think people have these lists just to show off. Etree people, like many others, want to trade these bands, and while it is admirable that the powers that be have forbidden the discussion of these bands on the list, I think it is a very glaring error to allow these bands to appear in the DB. The reason that various music sharing programs get shut down is because they facilitate the spread of illegal music. The DB also facilitates the spread of illegal music. Etree facilitates the spread of illegal music. The difference between discussing these bands on the list and allowing them in the DB is one that was created by people trying to cover their asses. Furthur has the right idea. And I don't want to hear legal defenses, because if it ever came to that point Etree would lose. And it is -morally- wrong to have those shows...if you like a band you should abide by their (or the owner of the copyrights) wishes. I like to beer, but if I get a DUI that is all my fault - there is no wormy legalism to save me - no matter if I think I am right or not. grow up and open your eyes, Chris http://db.etree.org/littleshimmy _______________________________________________ etree mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> http://mail.etree.org/mailman/listinfo/etree
