coolplay
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Post by coolplay on May 13, 2014 22:16:59 GMT
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goodmusiclover
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Post by goodmusiclover on May 13, 2014 22:17:32 GMT
I can only shake my head over music critics like these. It's okay if he doesn't like the album but he portrays Ghost Stories like the most boring album ever made. He states that "Coldplay still make Ambient music". Either this man hasn't listened to a single Coldplay album or he doesn't know what Ambient music is. Funnily the only thing he likes is Magic, the song I see as one of the weakest on the record. But seriously, even from a non-fan perspective, O and True Love are good songs! It's strange to see what some critics write...
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Post by LdySpace on May 13, 2014 23:07:59 GMT
I shake my head over music critics period because it boils down to sitting down and giving your opinion and getting paid for it. I can see reviewing something and giving details about what the songs are about, how the instruments work into it, etc., but to say 'this is good' or 'this is sad' or whatever is weird. It's so subjective.
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kittybitty
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Post by kittybitty on May 13, 2014 23:23:28 GMT
Obviously, what is "good" is what you like. I have a friend who loves Bon Jovi. I don't. I would, offhandedly say, "BonJovi sucks" but only because I don't like them. If I had to review the band or their albums, I would say I don't like any of them. That's not subjective. That's giving too much of my opinion. Maybe I shouldn't be a reviewer. Music is even more subjective than film, you can see a film that's poorly done or has a poor script or falls apart half way through the story, but you can love music that is "bad" or "brilliant." We all know how Coldplay makes us feel, they have spoken to us, that's why we're fans. It's tough to see when people don't get that.
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Post by wabbit on May 14, 2014 2:11:07 GMT
Haters gon' hate... currently #9 on US iTunes.
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Post by barbamama on May 14, 2014 10:20:57 GMT
yesterday #4 in Holland
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Rainystrawberry
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Post by Rainystrawberry on May 15, 2014 2:02:42 GMT
This is why I don't read any reviews about Coldplay, they get all hate and no love. I haven't seen a band so hated since Nickelback...
Does anyone think the visual album will still be available to watch after May 19 on itunes? I'm waiting until the release day of the album to listen to it, and I won't be tempted!
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Post by comicforce on May 15, 2014 6:56:02 GMT
I do hope so. I want to have it. I would buy it if they sell it.
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Post by chipotle on May 15, 2014 19:20:39 GMT
So I entered a contest. I wrote about it in the Paris concert thread, first prize was a trip to Paris and tickets. I won 2nd prize, an exclusive listening event. Don't want to hijack the Paris thread since this is off topic there, but this is what happened: The event was at Warner Music Sweden's office. We were welcomed by their very nice staff, sat down in a conference room, about 25 persons all together. There were drinks, snacks and fruit already on the table. And cake of course They told us a little about the album, release dates, gave us a personal "I heard it first" card, postcards, poster... And then, he took out THE ALBUM. ALL THE WINNERS GOT A COPY OF THE ALBUM! I couldn't believe it, I was so surprised! Then we listened to the album while watching the animations on big screens. So beautiful. It was the first time I listened to the whole album. I tried to focus, unfortunately people were talking the whole time. After they asked for our opinions, they wanted us to tell the camera so they could show the band (no I don't think they will lol). Time for questions, I asked about a big tour, if the tv special would be aired here. He said he couldn't say really, nothing is decided, blushed yada yada it's possible. He said this album wasn't meant to be a big thing, now there were plans and talks. No airing of the tv special has been announced here, but it definitely sounded like it's possible, so check tv channel schedules in your countries too. That's it, a lovely event and a great surprise. Never thought we'd get the album
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Post by prissieb on May 15, 2014 19:24:04 GMT
Sounds like fun, Carina! Really good you won that price, although it wasn't Paris
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Post by chipotle on May 15, 2014 19:29:07 GMT
Yeah it wasn't Paris, but way more than I expected. So happy
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coolplay
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Post by coolplay on May 15, 2014 19:32:04 GMT
Thank you for the great photos and information, Carina! I am happy for you It sounds like it was indeed a nice evening. How was the Ghost Stories cake? I hope I can get the album on the German release date which is - tomorrow! OMG
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Post by barbamama on May 15, 2014 19:33:45 GMT
Happy for you Carina. And.... you did get this big surprise, yes!!
Did you bring the poster too?
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politik
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Post by politik on May 15, 2014 19:35:14 GMT
Congrats!
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Post by barbamama on May 15, 2014 19:35:17 GMT
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