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Speedy deletion nomination of Shields (band)


A tag has been placed on Shields (band) requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done under section A7 of the criteria for speedy deletion, because the article appears to be about a band or musician, but it does not indicate how or why the subject is important or significant: that is, why an article about that subject should be included in an encyclopedia. Under the criteria for speedy deletion, such articles may be deleted at any time. Please see the guidelines for what is generally accepted as notable.

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When?
Please see WP:BAND, and WP:RS about the reliable sources needed to back up claims of notability or significance. On the whole, Wikipedia is not for 'up-and-coming'. It's for 'arrived' (or past-the-sell-by-date' as well...). I don't listen to Radio 1 (not since the John Peel Show ended), but Late Junction on Radio 3 manage to find info on most of the stuff they play, a great part of which isn't found on Wikipedia. How can a band get their info here? By becoming more famous or noted, or at least matching the criteria of BAND (and RS). Please remember that this is an encyclopaedia, not a directory. There are plenty of free webspace places like AboutUs, LinkedIn, MySpace and so on where you can post your info without worrying about notability or sourcing. I would advise you to look at WP:COI as well - that's conflict of interest. We greatly prefer people not to post about subjects they are closely connected with. I will say that you managed a fairly neutral tone (WP:NPOV). Any queries, please ask, and feel free to check with another admin if you want. Good luck to the band, but I'm afraid we can't help them up the ladder. Peridon (talk) 14:30, 6 October 2011 (UTC)
 * Yes, I did read your post - and answered it above. I would point out that we aren't here just to provide Radio 1 with info. Why not add the band at www.banddirectory.co.uk? Or MySpace, Facebook and so on? And, as I said, if you don't believe me, check with another admin (or two - we're free). Peridon (talk) 20:01, 7 October 2011 (UTC)
 * Banddirectory looks to be free for UK bands, too... Peridon (talk) 20:02, 7 October 2011 (UTC)