I'm a huge CvS fan.  I own every record and do my best to spread the word
about his music and I've passed on my praise in a few emails over the span
of 8 years or so.   I beg him to come to the Northeast because I only make
it to SF once every 6-7 years or so (I did catch him at the Hotel Utah in
1998!).  A few times (maybe 3-4 times in 8 years), I've also asked him to
update some of the chord charts on his website for a few of my favorite
older songs.  I get the impression this is some kind of a major annoyance
and imposition to him for some reason.  He never responds to these emails
and the chord charts are never updated.  I know he must be busy hustling up
business in a challenging industry but I feel I've gone out of my way to
make the guy feel like his talent is appreciated.  If I were a "niche"
musical artist like CvS, I think I'd be a little more attentive to loyal
fans.