Hi James.As ever thought provoking.
The internet wasn't designed to be abused,take over people's lives etc.For some at certain times,its the only way of keeping in touch with the "outside world".
Health issues,families, relationships,( even grandparenting duties - it'll come to you as well james),all prevent the soul community from getting out and about.
Therefore SS has its place.
The main problem is prioritising.If social networking,at an age when you should know better becomes a problem - stop doing it .!!!
The use of the internet regarding the music.There's no doubt the internet(SS,ebay,all the sellers) has opened up the rare scene to one and all.The gap between the top dj's and the next level is narrowing.Maybe never to be closed,but narrowing.
Surely you aren't suggesting that going to "Back in the Day",would be better - BI (Before Internet).?.When a handful of known players ran the scene.?.That sounds like you're harking back to an heirarchial set up.
The internet has made the top dj's work that little bit harder to stay ahead.All the better for it.
btw,my son is on Facefist.He says thanks for the txts in the past about Soul Rev.
One last thing.If things start to get on top of you.Step away from the keyboard.