Just in case any of you were wondering, my original post was not a dig at
Americans being rednecks or anything like that.  I've been to a few gigs in
the States and I am sure I punch the air and "Woo-Hoo" as much as anyone
when watching some bands (eg The Shazam) ;-)

I like the upfront nature of many Americans I've met, like when I was
walking down a street in Chicago and some passing guy goes "Cool jacket
man, could I buy it off ya?".  Or when someone I've just met at a gig
invites me to a party.  That kind of thing just doesn't happen over here in
Scotland (well not where I live anyway).   In fact when I go anywhere
abroad, I love to spot all the cultural differences, try the local food
etc.  It amazes me when Brits go abroad on holiday and seek out "British"
or "English" restaurants and pubs, where they can eat "British" food and
drink "British" beer with other "British" people.  Mad.

Vive la difference, says me!
B^)

np - Boss Martians - The Set Up