Tash Posted March 27, 2012 Share Posted March 27, 2012 March 27, 2012 - submitted by Leah, Trinidad and Tobago Q. Dear Oracle, I bought tickets to see Coldplay on 24th July in Montreal with 4 other friends. The Ticket we received says Section 205 "Obstructed view". The Bell Centre said that they won't know how obstructed the view will be because they don't know the stage setup.... We're flying in all the way from Trinidad & Tobago to see the show and I'm hoping that we didn't get stuck with poor viewing :(((( Can you help or provide any info re: stage plan for Bell Centre at Montreal?? Thanks! The Oracle replies: The stage set-up is 360 degree so you'll be able to see wherever your seats are. Obstructed view usually suggests some part of the supports and/or beams so you will definitely need to check with the venue to find out whereabouts Section 205 places you in relation to the structure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 27, 2012 Share Posted March 27, 2012 March 27, 2012 - submitted by Mega Elizabeth, Indonesia Q. Hey Oracle I have seen coldplay video.. Charlie Brown. who the boy in ya video? Thx .. handsome boy. The Oracle replies: His name is Elliott Tittensor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012 - submitted by Johanna, United States of America Q. Shalom. The other day I saw a post on Rihanna's Facebook page that said she was on the set of Coldplay's Princess of China video. But I haven't seen anything about it from Coldplay. Are they making one? T.Hanks! The Oracle replies: PH (Phil) did actually post a photo of Chris on Coldplay's twitter a few days ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012 - submitted by Ben, United Kingdom Q. Last week I went on a geography trip to Studland Bay where the music video for Yellow was filmed - why was this beach, of all beaches chosen? The Oracle replies: James Frost (one half of the video's directing team) said it was their producer who suggested it. As is usual with videos, several locations are given as options before a scout of those places are carried out. Studland Bay was actually the first they visited and as soon as they saw it they knew immediately it was the right place to film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 March 29, 2012 - submitted by Arthur, Paraguay Q. Is Guy going to be in NYC for The Pierces's concert on Thursday night? The Oracle replies: I shouldn't think so Arthur as he lives in the U.K and as far as I know, is at home at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 March 29, 2012 - submitted by George, United Kingdom Q. Hello Oracle, I was wondering, with the band travelling across the globe so often to so many places, has there ever been a bad flight experience? (emergency landings, horrendous turbulance) thanks :) The Oracle replies: Yes, inevitably there have been many patches of turbulence over the years but a couple of really bad moments do sprint to my mind. One I was present for. We were in a very small plane from Vegas to Palm Springs for a Coachella performance. I honestly thought I should try and call home to say my goodbyes as the plane took dips like a rollercoaster. Really rather frightening. I don't suppose that compares to when Chris went on an Oxfam trip. The plane hit a dust patch on landing causing Chris to fear for his life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 March 30, 2012 - submitted by The Oracle, United Kingdom Q. WHO'D LIKE TO JOIN TEAM ORACLE? When I answer questions of a personal nature, Coldplay.com readers often get in touch with their own thoughts. So, we now have a weekly feature, Team Oracle, whereby each Friday (with the question asker's permission) we open up a question to all of you to answer too. Then, the following Friday, I'll post a selection of the best answers, alongside my own reply. ANYONE can join in so, if you'd like to, please email your response to the following question, in no more than 250 words, to [email protected] before midnight Thursday 12th April. My parents had a major fight. I watched it all, and it's been very painful for me since then... I always thought they had a good - not perfect, but a good relationship, and suddenly, everything seems to be going down. I see both of them very unhappy and mad at each other, and I do feel like I have to pick one side of this story. But I could never do something like that. I just wanted to stay quiet about it all, but they keep telling me how sad they are with each other, and I just feel completely lost. I do disagree with many actions of both, but I'm not strong enough to tell them - especially my dad. And the idea of a divorce couldn't be worse for me. Do you have any idea of what can I do, if there's any way to help them? Gabriella, Brazil. Look forward to seeing your replies. As next week is Easter, there will be a week's break for Team Oracle. The Oracle The Oracle replies: Please email your replies to [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 March 30, 2012 - submitted by Sabada, Bangladesh Q. TEAM ORACLE QUESTION #65 I'm unsocial and I want to make more friends. I'm beginning to hate being a loner and I have no idea why I can't manage to have many companions. I love people and I care about them a lot too but yet I am a loner. Thankyou. Love, Sababa The Oracle replies: There are some people in the world who are loners and happy to be, it's the fact that you are not happy that concerns me. There's nothing wrong with being a loner if that's what you want. It can bring about great things. I hear you though, I just need to make sure you're not assuming you should be sociable, popular and have many friends. Don't put pressure on yourself. School & work don't automatically bring friends, just people. It's not necessarily easy to make new friends but as you love people and care about them, I'm sure we can help. Maybe you could start by volunteering. That would bring you into a social circle and you'll meet people that could eventually become friends. If you're looking for like-minded people it'd be great for you to investigate local clubs, groups and organizations that might have activities you like or interests you share. Many people make friends at social gatherings throughout life whether that be church, mother/toddler groups, art classes, book clubs, events or joining a sporting team. These are just a few examples of which there are many. There are also adverts in local newspapers for people seeking new friends. Follow the guidelines though to ensure your personal safety but maybe you could place an ad yourself? If you can, surround yourself with people and start conversations. It may be hard at first but it will certainly improve your social skills if you practise them. Good luck. Over to you, starting with a potential new friend... I've got the exact same problem as you! So I guess my answer won't be very useful, but at least it shows you're not alone. One thing I'm trying to do about it is understand what's wrong with me. Like you, I love being surrounded by people I care about, but just can't seem to be able to do what it takes for this to happen. In my case I think it's a confidence problem, I'm worried I'll get rejected by those people who seem so fun, I fear I won't have anything interesting to offer. Might that be an issue with you too? The solution is as simple as the late Whitney Houston's song Greatest Love of All - learn to love yourself. Another problem with me is that I actually don't always mind being alone, I've become hardwired for it. I therefore tend never to include anyone when I have a project because I don't feel the need to. But just like you I suffer a lot from it once I'm not busy anymore and I look at my life. I feel so lonely and it's a vicious circle destroying my confidence. My solution to that is forcing myself to go against my habit! So try and understand why you're alone. Have a deep look into yourself and see how you can act at the source of the problem. I sincerely hope we both manage to bloom out of our shyness to enjoy life J Colleen, France. You just said it yourself: you love and care about people. Therefore, making friends is not impossible. I think that the most important thing to remember when meeting new people is to be yourself and not be who you think they want you to be. If you are true to yourself and confident about your personality, others will notice that too. Simply saying "hello" and striking up a nice, casual conversation can lead to life-long friendships. Other times, it takes much more time and effort. As for why you can't figure out why you don't have many companions at the moment... there's not really a definite answer to that question. Sometimes, people have a hard time connecting with others, but that is never permanent so do not give up! Just remember this: Be happy and be yourself. I wish you luck. Medina. Sababa, I know what you are going through. I'm an artist and we are generally loners, but I also have an adventurous side that makes me want to explore new things and that includes people. It would be easiest to connect with like-minded people, so try joining a club, taking a class, doing something in an area of interest and see who you meet. Don't be too quick to let them in, just listen and little by little reveal parts of yourself over time, lessening the chance of being used and hurt. In the beginning, it is all about them and making them feel comfortable with you, then it is how you both interact and if you feel safe with that interaction. I've seen it happen too often that someone feels they really connect with another (same and opposite sex) and when that person is done with you or feels you've become competition, too clingy, etc. dumps you. You only need one or two close friends that really know you and you them. You can have several friends that you are not as close with, that you can go out and do things with. Let yourself shine and people will be drawn to you, don't force it. If you desire good friends, they will come into your life when you need them, if you just cling onto just anyone you will probably get hurt. Sorry to sound so dramatic, but when we are desperate, we don't make good choices. Dawn. The best way to get to know people whom you'll get along with is: GO TO PLACES WHERE YOU KNOW YOU'LL FIND PEOPLE WHO SHARE THE SAME INTERESTS AS YOU, WITH WHOM YOU HAVE THINGS IN COMMON WITH. For example, a person who likes playing basketball will naturally make friends if he or she joins a team and starts training or taking classes with them. Or a rocker will go to heavy metal bars. It happened to me. I'm a really sociable person and I always try to make new friends. But it was hard for me to make friends before because the school that I used to attend was a public one, everyone was really lazy, even the teachers. I was like an odd person there, the different one. But now I've taken up all the things I've ever wanted to, such as French classes. And overnight I made a bunch of friends, cause we all like learning languages, and travelling and getting to know other cultures. Naturally we started going out, planning meetings... So what you need is be surrounded by people more or less like you. And another advice. Try to appreciate what the others do, try to show interest for them by asking questions about their lives or their activities, try to offer them to go out on the weekend... try to be the one to always start the conversation, don't wait for them. Great things could come out of this. Good luck, Caro. Sababa, not knowing your age or environment it is a bit difficult to help you. However, some social activities are the same all over the world at every age. Friends chat, do things together, joke, laugh and console each other. Having always been a bit of a loner myself I understand your longing for interactions with others, but I also enjoy and value alone time and my independence. So should you. That being said, you need to slowly work your way into social circles. Start with people you already talk to a little or have befriended even, e.g. people at work, school, sports etc. Talk to them more and suggest doing things together. With time you can suggest that they bring some of their other friends whom you then talk to and become friends with. You need to step out of your comfort zone and take some chances to get what you want. Just to be you, but push yourself to say more and be more outgoing. A compliment is a good icebreaker, just be genuine. Smiling helps a lot. Show that you care about people. If you have no idea where to start you can begin a new social hobby or volunteer. Having something in common is a great foundation for friendship. Good luck! Julie, Denmark. We all have different personalities and so it can be harder for some people to make friends than for others. However, you can easily make friends with people by just being friendly. Smile at someone and they'll usually smile back. You said you're very caring towards people which is important, it might just be that you're too shy to talk to them. A lot of us are, but to be a good friend you first have to be one, even if that means taking the first step, even if it is outside of your comfort zone. Next time you see someone that seems nice, just ask casual questions and eventually a conversation will develop. Don't let shyness cover up your beautiful personality and maybe get in the way of lifelong friendships. Free yourself from all those worries that might keep you from talking to people, because as you probably know, we all get lonely sometimes, and its nice to have someone there. Wish you the best. Love, Darem. Thanks to all those who replied. Remember, Team Oracle is open to anyone so if you fancy replying, click to read the current question, and send us your answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clocks In My Place Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Ooh, the Oracle included my answer. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 April 2, 2012 - submitted by Justine, France Q. Hello Oracle, Did Chris and Ellen DeGeneres know each other well before the show? They seem to be very close friends in the rehersal video (she kisses him on the lips!!!) Thanks for your answer. Love from France. The Oracle replies: The band have met Ellen before the 2011 rehearsal but she and Chris aren't best friends or anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 April 2, 2012 - submitted by Montana Kelley, United States of America Q. Hi Coldplay :) Here's my question: Can songs REALLY tell a story? My step-mother always judges a song by the story it tells. Songs that she thinks have no point, she doesnt like. I think she's wrong. But I can olny determine that from the best. Songs are moving, I get that. But moving enough to tell a complete story in just a few verses that repeat? The Oracle replies: I had a meeting once with a music publisher from a very large company and he was based in Nashville, which is famous for its Country music. He was so insistent that a song HAD to tell a story; that it couldn't just sing about a table (yes, that is exactly what he said). I can't say your Mum is wrong as it's her personal thoughts but what I can do is argue my case that I disagree. I think there's plenty classical pieces or instrumentals that carry plenty of emotion for me. My trump card though is this... are a band who's singer, Liz Frazer, sang in an indecipherable language. A reviewer once wrote that "part of her appeal is how she can make hard-to-interpret lyrics so emotionally gripping." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 April 2, 2012 - submitted by Ignacio, Argentina Q. I'm a huge fan of U2 but Coldplay comes in the next place, for sure. Both bands' live performances can't be compared to anything. Anyhow, I have a question about Chris. What's with his fanatism for U2 and what's his relationship like with Bono? He's always saying U2 is the biggest band in the world and that his music can't be compared to theirs. Why's that? Thanks! The Oracle replies: U2 have been going since 1976 and released 13 albums and are one of the best-selling acts of all time. They have sold more than 150 million records worldwide & won 22 Grammys. It's little wonder that Chris is a fan, or anyone else for that matter (I believe Jonny's first album was Rattle & Hum on cassette). Chris is being humble to say that Coldplay's music can't compare and he often says that of bands he holds in great esteem. Bono was an early supporter of Coldplay and the two bands have genuine affection for one another regardless of any jokey comments that may have been made - of course I don't doubt there's more than a whiff of competitiveness in the air. Chris made a comment in 2005 about being Drago to U2's Rocky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 April 3, 2012 - submitted by Naomi, United Kingdom Q. I really love the version of Clocks from leftrightleftrightleft. How can I find that performance live? The Oracle replies: That is a live version Naomi but if you mean that you haven't got a physical copy of the CD; I'm afraid they're not for sale. Just as the download was free, the CD was given away at concerts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 April 3, 2012 - submitted by Matt, Channel Islands Q. Dear Oracle, My wife and I are going to see Coldplay on the 1st of June. First big Stadium gig... very excited. Unfortunately can't get to queue as early as we'd like as our flight doesn't get in till midday :( But... we both adore Princess of China, will Coldplay ever play it live? Obviously they will need a female vocalist.... I've heard Marina and the Diamonds are supporting...?? The Oracle replies: Don't worry, you'll still have time to get a good spot. Marina & the Diamonds opened for the band in Manchester and Emeli Sande supported on the dates before Christmas. Neither female vocalists took the lead in PoC so I doubt very much that it's going to happen this Summer either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 April 3, 2012 - submitted by James, Malaysia Q. Hello Oracle, I was just wondering about what Paris said in the recent interview. He mentioned doing Will's drumkits for the tours. But in the Glastonbury interview, I thought Will didn't own any drumkits at all. Can you clarify the confusion? Cheers from Malaysia! p.s. When is Coldplay coming here? Massive fans here The Oracle replies: As Will didn't start off as a drummer, when the band met him he didn't have a kit. Obviously when they play live he is playing "his" drum kit - it's not on loan or anything - but he's never had a kit of his own. Bless him, he obviously sees it as a band purchase but essentially that's what he means about not owning one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 April 4, 2012 - submitted by Sara, Spain Q. Hello Oracle! ;) I`m going to Madrid's concert,but the problem is that my train arrives to Madrid at 20:30.So my question is; Can I enter during the support's performance? Thank you for your time Greetings from Spain :) The Oracle replies: Don't worry Sara, a concert isn't like theatre where you have wait until the intermission to enter if you're late. You can arrive whenever you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 April 4, 2012 - submitted by Sarah, France Q. Hello Oracle! I'm currently looking for an internship. Music is soooo important in my life. I absolutely want to work in the music industry, as a member of the backstage team. Do you have any advice to help me find this internship without having a single contact in the music industry? Thank you a lot! The Oracle replies: Just go to individual websites of labels for example and they will have a vacancy section where internships are listed. You don't necessarily need contacts to get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 April 4, 2012 - submitted by Arthur, Netherlands Q. Hi Oracle, Was Idiot ever recorded? If so, do you know where to find it? Thanks! The Oracle replies: A demo of Idiot was recorded in the latter part of 2001 during the Parr St. recording sessions for A Rush Of Blood to the Head. I know it exists as I do happen to have a CD-R copy but there isn't a CD available for sale anywhere - unless an unofficial, illegal bootleg is floating around that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 OHMYGOD Tash you're purple :awesome: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 It's pink! edit: well, it looks pink to me :nice: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasoKnight Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 April 4, 2012 - submitted by Arthur, Netherlands[/color][/b] Q. Hi Oracle, Was Idiot ever recorded? If so, do you know where to find it? Thanks! The Oracle replies: A demo of Idiot was recorded in the latter part of 2001 during the Parr St. recording sessions for A Rush Of Blood to the Head. I know it exists as I do happen to have a CD-R copy but there isn't a CD available for sale anywhere - unless an unofficial, illegal bootleg is floating around that is. Well, that would be awesome to hear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoebeo Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 It's pink! edit: well, it looks pink to me :nice: How come your name is pink? :surprised: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 It's pink! edit: well, it looks pink to me :nice: Well, it kinda looks purple but it kinda looks pink too :nod: :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 How come your name is pink? :surprised: Because I'm an editor :wacko: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 Because I'm an editor :wacko: Ooooh :surprised: Well deserved!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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