Tash Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 July 19, 2012 - submitted by Linda, Canada Q. I am an ER nurse I would like to supply branded Cold Play scrubs for the store and tour for your fans in healthcare to wear at work. The healthcare field is massive and we are fans! We have to wear scrubs at work why not with our favourite band. Please contact me to make this happen. Thank you for your consideration. The Oracle replies: I'm sure there are loads of Coldplay fans that work in the medical profession but that's not really our thing - we'll just stick to our usual merch. I just thought I'd reply as on this tour the crew have been wearing customized boiler suits and jackets. I'm sure people can adapt things like the scrubs hat thought there's bound to be many health & safety rules to adhere to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 July 19, 2012 - submitted by Carolyn, United States of America Q. What type of piano does Chris use for the concerts? Does he switch pianos? If so, what piano does he use for The Scientist? It has such a unique sound. The Oracle replies: Actually I'm not sure what he's using at the moment because his usual one had technical faults at the Capital FM Summertime Ball gig. He then borrowed one from Jason (Mr. Xylobands) so that spare has become the main one for now. He uses an electric piano though, not a standard upright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abracadabra Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 July 19, 2012 - submitted by Linda, Canada[/color][/b] Q. I am an ER nurse I would like to supply branded Cold Play scrubs for the store and tour for your fans in healthcare to wear at work. The healthcare field is massive and we are fans! We have to wear scrubs at work why not with our favourite band. Please contact me to make this happen. Thank you for your consideration. The Oracle replies: I'm sure there are loads of Coldplay fans that work in the medical profession but that's not really our thing - we'll just stick to our usual merch. I just thought I'd reply as on this tour the crew have been wearing customized boiler suits and jackets. I'm sure people can adapt things like the scrubs hat thought there's bound to be many health & safety rules to adhere to. I'm not sure what exactly appalled me in that request. I think it must be primarily that some folks still don't realise it's not "Cold Play". FACEPALM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taameen**sparks** Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 ^She must have wrote "Cold Play" on the scrubs as well :nod: :facepalm: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 ^oh god no :sick: and the mistake will spread like...like a disease :o:sick: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taameen**sparks** Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 ^ Oh God no. :sick: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abracadabra Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Aaaargh, I'm frustrated now. One does not simply write "Cold Play" in a letter to Oracle. Poor Debs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taameen**sparks** Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Yeah I bet she was trying to hold it in... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainystrawberry Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 ^She must have wrote "Cold Play" on the scrubs as well :nod: :facepalm: :laugh3: it's better than nothing. I never thought about getting a Coldplay scrub, they have Grey's anatomy scrubs , so why not Coldplay. I'm going to try to embroider the word Coldplay on my scrub :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldplayisawesome Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 yeah, i don't get that. if she wants Cold Play scrubs, then why is she trying to contact Coldplay??? :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 July 20, 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 26th July. I'm in a really tight situation, and I could really do with your advice. I'm been in a relationship with my girlfriend for just over 7 months now, and things have been going really well. There's always been one problem though - she's never told her parents about me, and has stated she never plans to. Now, I don't know why, but I find this difficult to cope with, because not only is it unfair on them, but we have to keep our relationship secret, and she can't see me as much as she wants to, so it's unfair on me too. We've argued over it a lot and she's threatened to dump me over this. What do I do? I've been told her parents are really nice people, so I don't see why that should be a problem, but she says she just can't, and offered no valid reason why she can't tell them. Please help, I'm desperate. Thank you for listening. Paul, UK. Look forward to seeing your replies. The Oracle The Oracle replies: Please email your replies to [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tash Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 July 20, 2012 - submitted by Vanna, United Kingdom Q. TEAM ORACLE QUESTION #80 My dad was in a really bad car accident and injured his brain, he was in a coma for a month and slowly came out. Now doing just amazing but I can't help to notice he's not really acting like himself. My dad is my best friend in the whole world, he's been with me through everything: my mom leaving me to go do drugs, (they weren't together, I was a mistake, stay away from gin kids) our house catching on fire, both my step mom and him didn't have a job, me going to some shelter for a month then to live with my cousins who were mean to me then moving up to the mountains about two months after the wreck on April 19th. I'm only 12. He's been there even when I drive him up the wall with Coldplay, he's still been there. I feel extremely weird telling some strangers about my life but I was just hoping you could give me some advice on what to do. Please answer me back it would mean a bunch! The Oracle replies: Vanna, I admire your strength - and sense of humour - when you've been through so much. I can't imagine how you're coping with the aftermath of your dad's accident but focus on how great he's doing. A friend of mine was in a car accident and lay in a coma so while I can relate somewhat to your situation, I can't empathize; it wasn't my dad. I won't lie, it was tough but that friend defied all doctors and made a great recovery. He was a changed man and I've never known anyone appreciate life more (until I met my friend who had her legs blown off in the 7/7 London bombings). Life throws its crap at us and all we can do is accept, cope and adapt to the changes. The road to recovery will be a long one and it will be hard for you as the roles have partly reversed in that you're looking out for him now. Your dad may never be the same person he was but he'll still be there for you in whatever way he can. Rehabilitation after such a serious accident can be slow and very frustrating (for you both) but he'll always be your best friend. You've still got each other but your patience will be tested. The best you can do is treasure your relationship but don't see it as one that's gone - but one that's changed. Over to you. Going through something like this while still being so young and innocent is devastating. All the suffering and pain that you had to experience have affected on you in one way or another and will influence your life for a long time. I understand that telling personal stories like yours is not easy at all and I really cherish the fact that you've trusted so I'll try to give you some advice about your problem. First of all you don't have to show your dad that you see something different with him. Try to talk about your best memories together and show him how much they really mean to you. Also tell your father that all support and love he has shown during your hardest moments can't be replaced with anything else and that your relationship means the world to you and will always keep you strong. Hearing such heartfelt and personal words, your dad will see all your love and concert about him and that will make him feel free to talk with you about his feelings. He'll realize that he can share everything with you and thus your relationship will stay strong and indestructible. I hope that your dad will feel better after your talk with him and all that will remain from your past will be the support and love you've showed to each other. Anon. I can relate somewhat to your situation. My dad, who was also my best friend, was battling depression. His whole outlook on life was so different than it used to be. It took an emotional toll on me as well but I always felt obligated to keep my emotions to myself, because I didn't want to upset him. I really didn't have too many people to turn to considering that he was my only parent living and I wasn't close to my family. Over time, things did get better though, because I didn't lose hope for him. Try talking to your dad about things that he enjoys and that you like too. Don't give up, just bond with him, even though things might not be exactly how they used to, you will find that everything happens for a reason, you might just form an even better relationship. He loves you, and you love him, and even if it seems impossible, in the words of Coldplay "Everything's not lost". Victoria. I'm sure your dad would agree that you are certainly not a mistake. I'm really sorry to hear that you've been through so much at such a young age. It sounds like you really miss your dad and need him to be there for you right now, which is completely understandable. However, it's going to take time for both of you to feel comfortable again because of all the changes you've had in your life. Especially if he's just now feeling better. You mentioned your step mom and if you're close to her at all, I think you should talk to her, go to her and tell her how you're feeling. I'm sure she might feel very similar and might be a comfort to you. Try to be patient with your dad, he needs you right now too. I'm sorry I cant do more for you, but I wish you the best. Love, Darem. My first advice would be: even though it might sound silly and motherly, try to be a bright student at school, paying attention to the different subjects and do the homework. So, when you grow up and get your degree, you will be free to choose what to do in life and live it steadily. My second advice would be, sometimes we don't choose the circumstances of our lives. So just take it if you can't change it. Thanks to God your dad is now okay and you can give him all your love and enjoy your time with him. Concentrate on the good side of everything. And thirdly, spend time with your friends. Laugh along with them, share stories, play games, be mischievous (in a innocent way of course). All my love, Caro. From what I can tell, you are a very strong 12-year-old person. Expressing your situation through people of similar musical interests is a brave thing to do. I really hope that your past situations have brought you in becoming a prudent and well-respected human being. As for your father, this situation is quite difficult. Many near death experiences have changed people in their lifetime whether good or bad. The best thing that you can do is assure him that he is loved by you because we need to be told that we are loved and cared by others. I feel that he just might be in shock. Not having to experience one month of life outside the hospital bed is pretty dramatic. I suggest that when the time is right, you should set him aside and talk to him. Tell him your thoughts and how you feel about your relationship. Tell him about your life. Show him that you care by spending time with him. Remember to stay calm throughout the whole process. I bet he would really appreciate it. Overall, just don't panic. The shining light that you are will guide him home (I've been listening to the X&Y album lately). As for your financial situation, make sure that you motivate yourself to be in positive thought, for it will reflect your lifestyle. My prayers will be sent out to you and stay strong. Liku. Thanks to those who replied. Team Oracle is open to anyone so if you fancy replying, click to read this week's question, and send us your answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 23 July 2012 - submitted by Cassandra, Mexico Q. If Coldplay is mailed some food, do they eat it or distrust and throw it away? Because I was thinking about sending some traditional Mexican candies, hoping they taste and fall in love with them so they run and visit the country... Supposing that they would try them... At what address do I send them? :) The Oracle replies... It's very kind of you to offer but please don't mail us food - I'm not even sure that's legal. I for one wouldn't eat anything that was mailed to me - how do I know someone is not sending me a love potion or something? Anyway, mail isn't opened immediately and not by the band so it might be sitting around for a while. They have been to Mexico - as I'm sure you know - but I don't think the taste of candies will influence when / if the band next tour there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 23 July 2012 - submitted by Lydia, United States of America Q. Hey Oracle. Ive seen a gif of all four Coldplay members crying. Was it genuine? I noticed that they were in their MX era clothes, so it had to have been recently. Thanks(: The Oracle replies... I assume you mean this? It is taken from their appearance on SNL back in November 2011. There was a skit featuring Adele's Someone Like You and in the sketch everyone is moved to tears by it - including the band. This photo is a still of them pretending to cry so... genuine photo but not genuine tears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 24 July 2012 - submitted by Haya, Canada Q. Dear Oracle, Tonight I attended the show in Toronto, which was ECSTATIC; the lights, the confetti, balloons, it was all truly amazing. Anyways, I have a Canon EOS Rebel T3 and upon arriving, security told me that I would have to check in my camera because we weren't allowed to have professional cameras inside the stadium. When I went to check it in, I asked them why that was, and they told me that it was Coldplay's request to not have any audience members with professional cameras. Is this true? And if so, why? Has that always been the case, and why just professional cameras? I went to their concert in 2009 as well and I don't remember them saying no professional cameras allowed. Thanks! curious Haya The Oracle replies... The ACC were saying no cameras at all by request of the tour. This wasn't accurate so we let them know. They tweeted the correct info as did we (on 20th July): "Re a few folks asking - you're welcome to bring your camera to a Coldplay show (as long as it's not a professional / removable lens one). A" This is standard for ALL shows by ALL artists. Coldplay obviously actively encourage fans to take photos and upload them to our site but the security were right to check yours in as it's always been small cameras only. The message they relayed to you wasn't quite right so hopefully I've explained. I'm old enough to remember the days when phones weren't cameras and it was a strict NO camera policy right across the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 24, 2012 - submitted by Luca, Canada Q. Hello! What time will the band take the stage at the July 24th Show in Toronto? The Oracle replies: Ooh another question that has been answered on our twitter: 7pm Emeli Sande, 7.45pm Marina & the Diamonds, 9pm Coldplay. Twitter is the best place to find out up to date info about the tour as it happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 25, 2012 - submitted by Cristina, United States of America Q. Hi Oracle! I've been looking EVERYWHERE to find Coldplay in the SNL skit but I haven't found it yet! I couldn't find it on YouTube, and I tried googling it but no success. Would you happen to know where I can see it? Thanks! -Cristina :) The Oracle replies: Yes, there are a few websites that have the clip, including this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 25, 2012 - submitted by Breanna, United States of America Q. Hello dearest Oracle!:] I am attending the August 7th show in Chicago and I was wondering if I could get a second xyloband for a friend of mine that couldn't attend the show. Would that be possible? And if so, does it cost anything? Thank you:] The Oracle replies: The Xylobands are for fans who attend the shows and whilst everyone is free to take one home as a souvenir, we do encourage people to deposit them on the way out for recycling. If everyone took a spare for a friend, it would run into a very high cost as well as deplete resources - that wouldn't be fair on future concert goers so please, just take one for yourself. Sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 25, 2012 - submitted by David, Germany Q. Dear Oracle! I'm getting my first own car in a few weeks and in Germany we can choose which letters or numbers we would like to have on our license plate. As many of the people around here have their initials and their birthday, I wanted to choose something more special and nothing is more special to me than anything coldplay-related. I can either choose two letters and three numbers or one letter and four numbers - but I have no idea what to choose! Maybe MX would be a great choice for the letters, but have you got any idea which numbers would fit? Thank you so much for your answer! Sincerely, David The Oracle replies: MX - 042 is the obvious one or you could go for the more obscure 136. 1.36 was the b-side to The Scientist. I prefer the first idea myself but of course, it's up to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 25, 2012 - submitted by Timothy, United States of America Q. Dear Oracle, I know that Coldplay is playing at the Paralympics, but does this still ring true? The Oracle replies: That news piece was written 15 months ago - in April 2011 - and while the band were on the wish list, they were in all probability not going to be able to attend due to the touring schedules. It's 2 days to go and the band will indeed be playing Montreal on Friday night. Olympic plans seem quite similar to Coldplay album plans. We may start with one thing but end up somewhere else completely! There are quite a few Olympic songs being released in the next few weeks and Muse have the official song while Elbow have written the official theme. Funny that because Muse, Elbow and Coldplay all played as unsigned bands at the In The City music convention in 1998. As a result of that, all got record deals and here they are representing their country in one way or another at the London 2012 Olympics. As you know, Coldplay are going to close the Paralympic games which will be amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraceOddity Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 23 July 2012 - submitted by Cassandra, Mexico[/color][/b] Q. If Coldplay is mailed some food, do they eat it or distrust and throw it away? Because I was thinking about sending some traditional Mexican candies, hoping they taste and fall in love with them so they run and visit the country... Supposing that they would try them... At what address do I send them? :) The Oracle replies... It's very kind of you to offer but please don't mail us food - I'm not even sure that's legal. I for one wouldn't eat anything that was mailed to me - how do I know someone is not sending me a love potion or something? Anyway, mail isn't opened immediately and not by the band so it might be sitting around for a while. They have been to Mexico - as I'm sure you know - but I don't think the taste of candies will influence when / if the band next tour there. Love potion??? Why didn't I think of that??? :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 26, 2012 - submitted by Liz, United States of America Q. Dearest Oracle, I was wondering if there was any way that Coldplay's performance at the Paralympic Games are going to be televised or shown via live webcast. I'd love to watch the show as I know it's going to be massive! Thanks The Oracle replies: At this stage we haven't got any television TX times but I do know Channel 4 in the UK are showing the games so they may also be showing the opening & closing ceremonies. I don't know if you'd be able to watch that channel where you are but if we find out information nearer the time, we'll let you know. Maybe your local listing will have info the week before? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 26, 2012 - submitted by Katy, Brazil Q. Hey! I've heard two versions of the music Talk. Which one is correct or official? One of them starts with "Oh brother I can't, I can't get through I've been trying hard to reach you" and the other one starts like "Under the great north star, try to work out where you are". Kisses The Oracle replies: The one that features on the album X&Y (& the single version) is the approved, official version that the band want you to hear. There were 3 different recordings that the band did so none are incorrect but they chose their favourite of the 3 to release*. *(The "Oh brother" one). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 July 26, 2012 - submitted by Lauren, United Kingdom Q. Who would Coldplay's choice have been for Princess of China with if it was not Rihanna? The Oracle replies: If Rihanna hadn't wanted to be involved there wouldn't have been a second choice. It was her or nobody as they had her in mind when writing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeurli Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 ^ I know what many of you are thinking: Rihanna should have said no :whip: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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