Originally Posted by savereno

I think myspace contributes to the decline of messageboards in general. The idea of a messageboard has become a bit archaic. Myspace allows a band to do everything themselves and not necessarily rely on a community. Messageboards are not name-dropped during shows or advertised anymore. It is always "visit our page at www.myspace.com/shittyband." I understand the importance of the media, and changing with the times, but I use to hate myspace just for the simple fact that every band would name drop their myspace page on stage. Yeah, I know it is there, if I am interested I will look it up.

I think this contributes to and idea of "now we can do this on our own" -vs- "lets rely on our friends in bands to help us."

The scene wasn't in the best of shape 4-5 years ago when everyone was trying, now there seems to be a lot of apathy.

So advertise the board, name drop it at shows, I remember when you would see bumper stickers with message boards' names stuck all over town. If you want a community you have to form a community. If it turns out to be a positive experience for all bands involved (show swapping, promotion, ect.)it will grow.