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stretch37 · 07 Oct 2011, 16:00

Dear Mods.

Could the forum can tighten up rules a little bit in terms of user conduct?

On many other forums dedicated to artists, bullying is not permitted, and the bullies are quickly either shot down by fans, or banned. This allows the atmosphere of the forum to remain a nice place for people to discuss their topic of choice, be it a book series, artist, or celebrity.

But on this forum, its generally quite the opposite. People who consistently bully are allowed to continue to do so. When users attempt to curb that bullying, threads get closed, and conversations are abruptly halted.

I think its time that mods start making more decisions (during the fight, not at the end) rather than just closing threads.

Meat deserves at least one place on the internet where he can come and talk to his fans without receiving negativity, criticism, and distasteful comments directed at him or his career. He has a long and decorated career that should be celebrated, not bashed.

I have had my fair share of opinions about Meat Loaf. There have been performances, songs, or interviews that I have not liked. I think I have said a few things that I regret, but for the most part, If I have a negative opinion, I say it in a well rounded way that I know gets my point across, but does not offend others. Eg. On the new album, I would have liked if Meat sang in a higher key on some songs, and I did mention that in my review. But I did not say "Meat's voice is gone man, he obviously has to sing lower now because his voice is wrecked dude". For some reason, posts like this are allowed to stay on this forum. I don't quite understand that. Everyone on here should have to be fair to Meat Loaf and the fans in their posts.

I think you guys do a great job moderating this forum, and I really hope this thread isn't locked because I'm posting my opinion about some people that I've seen treat Meat unfairly on his own fan forum. I know you try to be fair to everyone, and let us all have our say, and let a broad range of conversation occur. Your fairly laid back in your moderation until things start to spiral down that familiar route of back and forth argument. And then you are very, very effective from then on

Thanks,
Stretch37

07 Oct 2011, 16:00	#1
stretch37 Mega Loafer Join Date: 28.06.2008 Location: Posts: 2,120	Conduct. Dear Mods. Could the forum can tighten up rules a little bit in terms of user conduct? On many other forums dedicated to artists, bullying is not permitted, and the bullies are quickly either shot down by fans, or banned. This allows the atmosphere of the forum to remain a nice place for people to discuss their topic of choice, be it a book series, artist, or celebrity. But on this forum, its generally quite the opposite. People who consistently bully are allowed to continue to do so. When users attempt to curb that bullying, threads get closed, and conversations are abruptly halted. I think its time that mods start making more decisions (during the fight, not at the end) rather than just closing threads. Meat deserves at least one place on the internet where he can come and talk to his fans without receiving negativity, criticism, and distasteful comments directed at him or his career. He has a long and decorated career that should be celebrated, not bashed. I have had my fair share of opinions about Meat Loaf. There have been performances, songs, or interviews that I have not liked. I think I have said a few things that I regret, but for the most part, If I have a negative opinion, I say it in a well rounded way that I know gets my point across, but does not offend others. Eg. On the new album, I would have liked if Meat sang in a higher key on some songs, and I did mention that in my review. But I did not say "Meat's voice is gone man, he obviously has to sing lower now because his voice is wrecked dude". For some reason, posts like this are allowed to stay on this forum. I don't quite understand that. Everyone on here should have to be fair to Meat Loaf and the fans in their posts. I think you guys do a great job moderating this forum, and I really hope this thread isn't locked because I'm posting my opinion about some people that I've seen treat Meat unfairly on his own fan forum. I know you try to be fair to everyone, and let us all have our say, and let a broad range of conversation occur. Your fairly laid back in your moderation until things start to spiral down that familiar route of back and forth argument. And then you are very, very effective from then on Thanks, Stretch37