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Over the years that I have initiated and undertaken the management of the
Atavachron resources, I have, on more than one occasion, been accused of
being a censor. This is because I have enforced a policy of not distributing
contributions which, in my opinion, might help others to gain access to works
which Allan Holdsworth deemed inappropriate. I have a firm belief that there
is nothing wrong in affording Allan this right, although he and I do not
agree about the reasoning behind some of his requested omissions. I consider
Allan, and most of the contributors to Atavachron, as friends. Much as I
would try to maintain a semblence of objectivity, I have never wished to be a
catalyst for perpetuating any action which would be perceived as harmful -- by
either Allan Holdsworth, or the people who're using the Atavachron
resources. I believe the policy, as enforced, meets those criteria, even if
some may consider the results "unhelpful." I also have a firm belief that I
have never been obligated to maintain Atavachron under any circumstances other
than those with which I am completely comfortable.
The purpose of this forum is to give everyone a chance to voice
their opinion regarding these recordings. There are, however, some ground rules
for this particular forum:
- Any reference to an illicit recording which might tend to identify
it specifically (title, dates, musicians, etc.) will be replaced with
generic labels within the posting, i.e. "I have the [illicit A.H. recording],
made on [date] in [location], and I think the solo that [musician] makes in
[song title] is the worst thing I've ever heard."
- Other than myself, no one will be identified in their postings.
- Disagreements or discussions about these rules, or any of the ensuing
discussions will not be distributed on the New Atavachron Digest, period. If
you have a beef, you can take it up with me, personally.
I realize this forum will not meet the approval of everyone who wants to make
a statement on this topic, but I feel it is an effective compromise. Those who
do not are encouraged to use another forum.
