Hi M57,
We have been reorganizing the boards and all is not complete. As to do with the Song Critique board, we have been moving the WIP songs to the Draft Song Critique board and implementing tagging to identify some of the items you mentioned ie. Instumental, lyrics, genre, 1 minute songs, mix, arrangement, etc. Tags will reflect what the piece of work is and also what part of the song the member wants to be critiqued, or if they are wanting overall impressions. This will make it easier to id for both the critiquer and the member that started the topic. We will also encourage members to identify when their song is complete and we will have other boards where the songs can be reviewed, showcased and highlighted as featured or finished works.
Yes, i find myself also asking for the lyric and hope we can encourage members to provide the lyric. This is especially important if the lyric and vocal tracks are part of what they would like to be considered in the critique.
We are putting together FAQ's and videos that will help the new members adapt quickly to the site and also provide the established member a reference.
It really is exciting thinking about all the things we have planned and are currently working on implementing.
Also, we are open to suggestions because the bottom line is, we want the function and navigation of the boards to better reflect the interests of the members and the music industry.
Thanks! I appreciate this topic. I think you clearly stated some of the frustrations we are working at resolving.
Peggy
Here's the link to WIP critique boards. That is where the new draft song critique board is.
https://forums.songstuff.com/forum/299-critique-wip/