I've been here since 97 (I think) or 98. Being on this list has 
directed me to TONS of great music that I would never have discovered 
on my own. I am very grateful for this. Naturally, the discussions 
regarding music and even some off topic discussions have been 
enlightening or sometimes just plain entertaining. I've often stood 
back in awe over the passions, insights and humor on this list. 
 Memories of IPO...include IPO 99 in LA. It was such a blast to catch 
so many great bands (CVS, Shoes, Rubinoos, Walter Clevenger, Grip 
Weeds, Mockers, The Gladhands, Mannix, Myracle Brah, Shazam, Michael 
Carpenter, etc...you get the picture) but (as Michael stated) to meet 
so many on this list was just as fun.  Then a few years later Chicago 
IPO was also terrific for all the same reasons....Thanks David. 
  I wish I had time to blather on more. I've got work nipping at my 
heals....
 Anyway, a big thank you to Michael Coxe for being the list admin all 
these years. And that man can even dance too! :)

SD