It's really similar to Sunny :confused:

One's brown, one hasa sunburst design. Gets me wondering what he names other things.

Jonny's brown (go Figure, lol) '72 Thinline Tele. I think Blacky is a '72 as well.

 

 

Actually neither of them may be actually from 1972.(in fact I think he's two earliest ones, the sunburst and the brown are both actually from 1974) It's pretty common to use the term '72 Tele Thinline to refer to any Thinline with the Wide Range pickup configuration (since it was introduced in that year). In contrast a '69 Tele Thinline (made from 1969-71) has standard Tele Pickup configuration.

It's a wonderful book...one of my prize posessions!

 

^Don't forget Brownie, his favorite. Good thing he was more original naming the kuds!:lol:

 

There's Also quite a lot about his tech/pedals etc. And yes, lots of great stories about touring, gigs, award shows and various celebrities they met along the way.:nice:

 

I lent it to a non-Coldplay fan who Still enjoyed it!

 

I'm pretty sure Sunny is the favorite. It's the only one he didn't let Paris paint. Brownie is all graffitied up now with the rest.

I may have mixed the two up. Hard to think straight through these allergies. And yeah, '72 is practically more part of the name now, but I was Still pretty sure Browny actually is a '72...have to Research that I guess.

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September 11, 2013 - submitted by Walker, United States of America

 

Q. Dear Oracle,

 

If you were sitting in a theater that had all of its lights off and you heard two people playing piano and one them happened to be Chris Martin, would you be able to decipher between the two?

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

I'd like to think yes. If they were both playing the same thing and I knew that one of them was Chris that is!

I think it's easier to decipher guitarists and sometimes drummers. Jonny certainly has a very distinctive sound and style. Outside of the band I reckon I'd easily be able to spot Prince on guitar, Flea (from Red Hot Chili Peppers) on bass & even Phil Collins on drums.

September 11, 2013 - submitted by Kaylie, United States of America

 

Q. Did Chris have to learn to ride a unicycle for the Paradise video?

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

No, he already knew how to ride one.

September 11, 2013 - submitted by Jayymes, Australia

 

Q. Hey Oracle!

I was at the concert in Sydney 17 November and Chris said something about 'showing your Beyonce fingers' when Princess of China was playing? I don't know, probs heard it wrong haha.

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

Sounds like you sort of heard right actually, though I think he said "give me your Beyonce hands" rather than fingers. Unless it was the hand flicking she did in her Single Ladies video I don't know what the move is.

 

FYI: He didn't mention Beyonce's hands at he 2nd Sydney show the following night.

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September 12, 2013 - submitted by Carlos,

 

Q. Hola querida Oracle.

 

Is it ridiculousness to move to London with nothing and try to have a music career over there? I choose London because I believe my music would be more appreciated over there.

Where do you think is better to start a music career, London or L.A.?

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

I actually think the best place to start a music career is in your home town city. Performing on your local circuit is very important. I think once you have started to build a fan base you can progress. Get yourself known for where you're from has certain appeal.

Think Arctic Monkeys, R.E.M, Oasis and countless others who started at the roots before they branched out - like my botanical analogy?

 

For me, the step of a huge move to London or L.A should only be once you've established yourself and have a great sense of your identity based on the place you're from. It's a huge part of the writing experience - write about what you know.

I can only speak of London as I live there but it's is very expensive and incredibly tough to break into music from nothing.

Here's what I'd be asking myself:

Where would I play? Why would anyone book me to play? Who would come and see me? Why? How would they hear about me? Who would play my music? Or write about it? Or buy it? How would I fund my move? My living expenses? My music?

 

I know there are many artists/bands who get their big break from their careers starting at college/university so if that's an option it could work.

To move solely for the purpose of your music is a massive risk and a huge financial commitment. I'm all for taking a leap into the great unknown but as you can start sharing your music online these days it makes sense to wait a while - it may well be that Germany or Japan appreciate your music more.

September 12, 2013 - submitted by Karen , Mexico

 

Q. Hi Oracle! Do you know if Chris read The Hunger Games: Catching Fire to write Atlas? I think this song really reflects Katniss' feelings over the book.

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

Well, as I mentioned t'other day, this isn't a case of a previously available song being selected for the film, it's a brand new track written specifically for Catching Fire.

With that in mind, I'm not sure how Chris (or anyone) could ever write a track for a book to film adaptation without reading it.

What I'm saying is, knowing him as I do, I don't need to ask him to know that the answer is yes.

September 12, 2013 - submitted by Delivia, Indonesia

 

Q. What will you choose your family or your dream?

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

I assume we're talking family in the sense of Mum, Dad, siblings. Obviously if you're a parent, you have to consider your children but your dream may provide them with the best life opportunities so it would be a compromise but if possible, never a sacrifice.

Personally, I have to say - as selfish as this sounds - dream.

I think the main thing is to live the life you choose but always with consideration for others - family, friends, everyone.

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September 13, 2013 - submitted by The Oracle, United Kingdom

 

Q. WHO'D LIKE TO JOIN TEAM ORACLE?

 

As you may know, we have a weekly feature, Team Oracle, whereby each Friday we open questions of a personal nature to all of you to answer too. Then, the following Friday, I 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 19th September.

 

I have come to a time in my life where I want to settle down. I have been messed around by the opposite sex for too long. I have been through a lot of life changing experiences in my life and this causes me to be very paranoid in relationships. I do not trust anyone especially a male. I have recently got into a relationship and I do love him dearly but my past always comes back to me. I can not find a way of putting it behind me and trusting him if you know what I mean.

I would like advice on how I can overcome all of this and not be so paranoid or else the relationship will not work. I do not want to push him away because of what I have suffered with men from the past. Please I would love your advice, it would be much appreciated. Kirsty, UK.

 

Look forward to seeing your replies.

 

The Oracle.

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

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September 13, 2013 - submitted by Anon, United States of America

 

Q. TEAM ORACLE QUESTION #135

I think I'm a bit too envious of my older sister. She graduated high school with nearly perfect grades, goes to a great college where she met her "perfect" boyfriend, and she's all my parents, grandparents, and extended family can talk about. I'm still in high school, taking more advanced classes than my sister did, and my grades are pretty great, but not as great as hers. My parents don't seem to see how much more work I have than she did, and they blame me for not trying enough. I also have a boyfriend, someone I've been good friends with for longer than my sister has known her boyfriend. But my family never talks to me about my classes or my friends; all the chat revolves around my sister's successes. And due to this, I've been feeling more distant from my family. When my sister is away during the school year, our house is so quiet. Once she's home for the summer, I have trouble readjusting, and we get into arguments all the time. Sometimes I feel like I'm not a part of our family anymore, and it hurts. I always wanted to have that best friend relationship with my sister, but it seems impossible now. Any advice? Anon. USA.

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

Let me start by saying well done on working hard and getting great grades.

Envy is a negative feeling but you can do something about it.

When your sister comes home, however different her presence makes the dynamics of the house, try to embrace her return or the best friend relationship may never come. Be interested in her stories but make sure you share yours with her & get the same attention. It's only for a short while so make the most of it.

You are both growing up and have quite different daily lives.

Although there's only a small age gap, it's sometimes very tough being the younger sibling because you're watching someone do everything first & before you. I can see how easy is it for you to compare everything that happens to you both but the fact is, she is your older sister and your parents - unaware as it may be - appear to only see her achievements ahead of yours. Your turn will hopefully come.

I am the younger sibling and though very different story scholastically, I did notice a difference but you can't change your age or position though you can change your reaction to it.

Perhaps your parents & sister can't help but see you as the baby of the family. You're growing up and understandably you're frustrated with their perception of you. I'm sure they're extremely proud of you even if they're not demonstrating it.

Feelings of resentment towards your sister may be affecting the way you're handling the situation. Make sure you are not alienating yourself with your feelings. It may be that as you are conscious of it and they're not, you yourself are withdrawing. You may need to be a more forceful presence. If you're trying to engage your family with talk of your life & they don't seem to be listening, it's ok to let them know you feel unheard and ignored. You could make a joke of it if you'd rather not make a big issue of it. They just might need a gentle reminder that you're doing well too!

Welcome your sister home with open arms. Be proud of her as your parents are. Continue on your path of successful results, a good relationship and be a sister & daughter to be proud of too.

Over to you.

 

I think you shouldn't compare yourself to your sister. You and your sister are two different people with two different lives. Imagine if your life was the same as your sister? How boring would that be? Life may suck sometimes but that suckiness is sometimes as good as the awesomeness. All the crap that life throws at you just makes the good times so much better. Besides, in 50 years, who's gonna care if you got a B in AP English an your sister got an A?

If anything you could always tell your parents that you're a different person than your sister and if that doesn't make them stop then just brush it off. Just remember that the suckiness will give way to awesomeness.

Love yourself for who you are. David.

 

Don't feel down on yourself because your family doesn't recognise that you too are just as amazing as your sister is. My parents as well pay more attention to my older sis than me. I found it hard to deal with the inattention at first, but then I realised that it doesn't even matter. When they talk about your sis, try to bend the conversation so you can tell them how well you're doing as well.

In the end, though you may be feeling rough, praise isn't worth anything. YOU know you're better than your sis, you've got a great boyfriend, who cares what your family think? Camille.

 

I have a little sister and as your sister I’m not home during the year because of university. I come back for holidays and weekends only. I had pretty good grades in high school too but my sister doesn’t suffer from the comparison because our parents know that we’re different and they don’t make parallels between us. I really think you should talk about how bad you feel with your sister. She would understand if you explain her why you feel that way and she might talk to your parents and tell them not to compare both of you. Family is still there to listen to you and even if you think they won’t I’m sure they will. They maybe didn’t notice you were feeling bad about that entire situation. Don’t try to walk in your sister’s steps. Do things your own way. Grades are changing with time and teachers and it’s pretty stupid to compare them so don’t worry about it. Try your best to be happy of what you’re succeeding in. Concentrate on good things happening to you and forget bad things quickly. You have a boyfriend. That’s a good thing if you’re getting on well. Remember that there are people who are single and would like to have a boyfriend. Don’t compare him with your sister’s. You are different from her so that’s quite logical that both of your boyfriends are different. All the best! Claire, France.

 

It's pretty bad if I stood on your position too. But I believe that everyone had been born with their own special-unique ability, which anyone else don't have. The next way you should do is learn which one your best ability is. Try some new subject, such as painting, cheers, crafting, music, poetry, or even pottery class. I think you'll find your passion there, where your older sister won't. Or maybe, you could handle all of those classes, it will be much better achievement to be proud of. Keep being your own persona, don't try to imitate her too much. it's a good thing if you have your own character inside of you. Andra - Indonesia.

 

I think that you should have a heart to heart discussion with your family. Wait for a moment when they're not busy and ask to talk to them. Explain to them how you feel,and hopefully they'll understand! Michelle.

 

I think that you are watching the things with the wrong glasses. I'm the only child in my family but I felt like you all my life until I got married and then I learn something: my parents used to treat me so hard because they felt that I was very fragile, all the time they were worried about some accident or a suddenly dead and they were trying to make me strong, the method never worked, I wasn't fragile but they make me cry almost all my childhood. Perhaps your parents feel that you don't need too much impulse because you are doing it very well by your own, I'm sure they always are there watching your movements and proud of you but they don't know how to demonstrate it because you two are very different.

So, if you want to be your sister's best friend, you must understand something: nobody is more important than your family, even if there are many differences between you, they are your family and you must try to be comfortable with them. Try to see the good side, you are doing very important efforts, you are a great student and it doesn't matter if anyone see it, you know that and that's enough because at the end of the day, it's your life and you have to enjoy it and live it as you think is correct. Try to avoid the competition with your sister, you two are different, if they don't see it is their problem and if you need more love and you can't talk with them, try to share simple moments and step by step, you can have a healthy relationship with them, it's all in your hands. Sometimes, when I'm going to start to discuss with my dad because he's laughing of me, I keep silence and I remember that life or God, used to put some lessons to learn through the near people and we must front it with our best humor. Don't you think? Nadia.

 

It’s always painfully hurting when those we wish they would see us just don’t see us, even don’t seem to notice us at all or only notice and praise those next to us.

I guess you’re right when you say it’s impossible "now" to be good friend with you’re sister, I’m pretty sure time will change things.

In the meantime this mainly this advice: don’t care about your family’s appreciation for what you’re doing, for your success. Enjoy time with your boyfriend. Look for good friends for to talk and listen to. Choose an occupation that means much to you for its own, that makes you happy because of doing it, then it will hurt less or not at all when your family or anybody else is going to ignore you. Best wishes. L.Q.

 

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September 16, 2013 - submitted by Carla, United States of America

 

Q. Dear Oracle,

I will start College soon (p.s which kinda scares me) and don't know how I feel about it. Any advice for all of those, including me, who will soon be starting their life on their own?

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

The first thing to remember is - as you said "all of those" - you're not alone. The majority of students arriving on campus will be in the same boat. They won't know anyone else and will be feeling all sorts of emotions.

It is a huge step but think of it as one of adventure and an exciting leap into the unknown.

The other thing to bear in mind is you had a first day of junior and high school and presumably got through those. I'm sure we've all been in situations that although different, require the same kind of strength (e.g., standing up in class, performing for a team, playing live music...) Recall that strength and maybe on your first day keep an eye out for someone who looks like they're feeling the same and make friends.

Good luck to you all!

September 16, 2013 - submitted by lisa, United States of America

 

Q. Did Chris write the music that plays at the end of the pilot for Derek? The rolling movement of the solo piano seems a bit CM-ish, though I did not see his name on the credits.

Thank you.

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

No. I think you mean Gymnopedie No.1 by Erik Satie. Coincidentally, Chris played another of Erik's pieces on the Viva tour - Gnossienne 1, which is one of my favourite classical works.

The other beautiful piano tunes in that episode are Nuvole Bianche & Dietro Casa by Ludovico Einaudi.

 

Coldplay have featured in Derek as I have previously mentioned here.

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