I do agree with some of your point's but to name names is a bit low, why not use the pm route to let people know how you feel, and yes i do think some on the scene are trying to dictate as to what should and should'nt be played at venues, but the paying public will decide as to what they want to hear and by whom. And i for one do just that, i have also in the past promoted various soul night's but not on the scale as Goldsoul's and it's such a thankless task, then out of the blue you get some kind word's and it makes it all worthwhile.
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ONE AND ALL.