Coldplay's Oracle reminisces over the old fanzines from Coldplayground

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November 17, 2009 - submitted by Liz, United States of America

Q. Hi Oracle, It's been brought to my attention that Coldplay use to have a fanzine? Is this true? And did they have just one or were there multiple copies? Where could I still find these to buy as well? As always, thank you! Liz

The Oracle replies:

There were 2 separate fanzines but both are now defunct. The first was run by a group of ten dedicated fans and sent out as a physical magazine to subscribers of the short-lived official fan club Coldplayground. The second ezine replaced the fan club and was a free mailout send via email. There are copies of Coldplayground's fanzine still available on the Internet if you hunt around.

November 17, 2009 - submitted by Misha, United States of America

Q. Hey Oracle. This might come off very narcissistic, so don't take this the wrong way. I'm the prettiest of my friends. I dress the best, I always look the best, but somehow whenever we go out, they get all the attention from guys. I really don't understand why, and it's starting to get to my self esteem. Any idea why this happens?

The Oracle replies:

There's a line between being aware of your attractiveness and vanity. You may need to look at whether you are acting in a way that is unattractive. Perhaps you are confident in your looks and therefore give off a certain vibe that men might find off-putting? If not, it could be as simple as men finding beauty daunting; they may think you are too pretty to approach in case you reject them. Your friends may be natural and comfortable when they go out but perhaps beauty is in the eye of the beholder and your friends are just as gorgeous as you... which is why they are getting attention. Self-esteem shouldn't come from what a guy thinks of you by the way so although you know you are good looking, why not look deeper?

November 17, 2009 - submitted by Lola, United States of America

Q. Oracle, How do you choose the questions that you answer? I have submitted a bunch now, but never get a reply and they are always Coldplay related. Are they stupid questions? Secrets that cannot be answered?

The Oracle replies:

Hi Lola, it's nothing personal but there isn't always an answer to some. For example the much asked "why do the band talk about keeping or not keeping their feet on the ground in many of their songs?" There are generally recurring themes whether they be webs, fixing or feet on the ground and that just reflects life and feelings that the band (and lots of us) experience. Just to re-cap questions don't need to be sent in more than once as they are all read even if they're not always replied to. Don't forget they're not necessarily answered on a first come first served basis either.