Coldplay endorse 'Freedom for Palestine' single on Facebook

howyousawtheworld · 01-06-2011, 04:09 PM

British music giants Coldplay have endorsed an upcoming musical collaboration called "Freedom for Palestine," released as a single by the War on Want and One World foundations.

Writing on their official Facebook page on Wednesday, Coldplay referred fans to the "Freedom for Palestine" page, saying: Some of our friends are involved in OneWorld's new 'Freedom for Palestine' single," providing a link to the official "'Freedom for Palestine" website.

The single features a collaboration of several prominent U.K. musicians, such as Maxi Jazz and Dave Randall of the dance band Faithless, and Jamie Catto of 1 Giant Leap.

According to the "Freedom for Palestine" website, the project is supported by groups such as Palestine Solidarity Campaign, Jews for Justice for Palestinians, A Just Peace for Palestine, Friends of Al Aqsa, and more.

The project and its subsequent endorsement by Coldplay comes amid an ongoing debate on whether or not to impose a cultural boycott of Israel as a way to pressure Israel into striking a peace deal with the Palestinians.

While many artists have chosen to perform in Israel despite reported attempts to sway them from doing so, several have cancelled planned Israel shows, citing political pressure. The most prominent of those have been musical duo Leftfield, Elvis Costello, The Pixies, the late Gill Scott Heron, Santana, The Klaxons and the Gorillaz Sound System.

http://www.haaretz.com/culture/coldp...-page-1.365351

That said The Jewish Chronicle is reporting that they have upset Israeli fans of the band in the process here at:

http://www.thejc.com/news/israel-new...palestine-song

So Coldplay getting political then. What do you think? Risky business indeed especially with an issue as sensitive as this one.

MasoKnight · 01-06-2011, 05:39 PM

Well, they've been into some controversial stuff like Make Trade Fair since the very early days. And the risk here probably isn't that big. 99% of fans will never know. Of the 1%, generally speaking, those in Europe will support the decision, while a few in America might be upset. Israel's the only place where this will be news.

lutzno · 01-06-2011, 05:56 PM

disgusting, i hate it when bands try to get involved in politics which are way beyond their realm, i dont know if any of you know what happend when u2 came to south africa... it never ends well. really disappointed in my band

before you bring up mtf, think about the stance this statement has taken. its not saying peace in the middle east or 2 state solution, its clearly pro palestine, therefore anti israel

maria_shiver · 01-06-2011, 06:11 PM

I love the band get into politics ideas if not always to our liking what they say, really Chris has decided to be who he really is. Bravo Chris !!!!!!

"I've spent a lot of my life playing it a bit safe or conforming to something, even though I didn't agree with it.
"So I have respect and admiration for people who don't. ...(LP5) It's about being free to be yourself and to express yourself among negative surroundings - being able to speak out or follow your passion, even if everybody seems against it."

Read more: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage...#ixzz1O2rskiYj

Bravo Chris !!!!!!

coldplay♪♫♪ · 01-06-2011, 06:27 PM

I am so shocked that something so good
I can not handle myself ...
The truth is that harm us and destroy us Ahatroar organizations and kill lots of people

the soldier named Gilad Shalit

He was kidnapped 5 years ago is barely alive!

Yeomanry · 01-06-2011, 06:27 PM

Very disappointed in them.

Unfortunately everyone and their dog seems to be clamouring to give their opinion on a conflict they probably know very little about.

Would they lend support to a song for the Kurds who are the world's largest stateless people? or how about a song condemning the illegal occupation of Northern Cyprus by Turkey?

Still, this will be yet more publicity and another political 'feather' in their cap.

howyousawtheworld · 01-06-2011, 06:38 PM

I don't know if they'll be welcome in Israel anytime soon. I'd have preferred for them not to do this but they have so that is just that.

maria_shiver · 01-06-2011, 06:39 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by coldplay♪♫♪;4804860
I am so shocked that something so good
I can not handle myself ...
The truth is that harm us and destroy us Ahatroar organizations and kill lots of people

the soldier named Gilad Shalit

He was kidnapped 5 years ago is barely alive!

Quote:
Originally Posted by Yeomanry;4804862
Very disappointed in them.

Unfortunately everyone and their dog seems to be clamouring to give their opinion on a conflict they probably know very little about.

Would they lend support to a song for the Kurds who are the world's largest stateless people? or how about a song condemning the illegal occupation of Northern Cyprus by Turkey?

Still, this will be yet more publicity and another political 'feather' in their cap.

Guys, the Jewish people is the greatest on earth for the people they have given, but I think we need to find a solution to the horror, I do not know what it is, I have not thought about it. I always thought that Chris is Jew by his name and talent.
I'm so sorry for the pain that causes you, love, maria

Yeomanry · 01-06-2011, 06:50 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by howyousawtheworld;4804872
I don't know if they'll be welcome in Israel anytime soon. I'd have preferred for them not to do this but they have so that is just that.

Israel is a very welcoming place. I was there on holiday for the first time last year. They love British music, but they will be disappointed that Coldplay didn't at least put their name to a song for peace or a two state solution rather than a headline grabbing pro-palestinian song which alienates a lot of people.

I was in Jerusalem and watched as every person from every faith and colour walked by in this bustling ancient city. Prior to 1967, Jews were barred from their holy sites.

So it's not all a one-sided story and a band like coldplay shouldn't be taking sides.

coldplay♪♫♪ · 01-06-2011, 07:09 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by maria_shiver;4804873
Guys, the Jewish people is the greatest on earth for the people they have given, but I think we need to find a solution to the horror, I do not know what it is, I have not thought about it. I always thought that Chris is Jew by his name and talent.
I'm so sorry for the pain that causes you, love, maria

Thanks.
Chris is not Jewish (VLV) but also his wife's father a Jew
That's what I know ...
It was wrong to do it.
I'm one of the greatest fans in Israel if not the biggest fan
Some comments from Israelis when I read the article they threw discs (VLV, X & Y. ..) away, cursed Coldplay half my life. My heart almost called today I hope they do not really intend to attack Israelis and really hope to see them in my country.

maria_shiver · 01-06-2011, 07:25 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by coldplay♪♫♪;4804914
Thanks.
Chris is not Jewish (VLV) but also his wife's father a Jew
That's what I know ...
It was wrong to do it.
I'm one of the greatest fans in Israel if not the biggest fan
Some comments from Israelis when I read the article they threw discs (VLV, X & Y. ..) away, cursed Coldplay half my life. My heart almost called today I hope they do not really intend to attack Israelis and really hope to see them in my country.

Sure everything will go well, the surname Martin in Spain always has said it's of Jewish origin, I believe that neither he knows, but he is, is the same Garfunkel's phenotype!
I hope to go to Israel one day and be able to walk around the area all in peace!

coldplay♪♫♪ · 01-06-2011, 07:39 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by maria_shiver;4804935
Sure everything will go well, the surname Martin in Spain always has said he is of Jewish origin, I believe that neither he knows, but he is, is the same phenotype Garfunkel!
I hope to go to Israel one day and be able to walk around the area all in peace!

Are you sure Coldplay wrote it?
There are currently negotiating a show in effects be realized
Overall I've realized Chris the Israelis want peace and
Nobody wants war, neither side ...
But the reality is different and the terrorists are destroying us and murder us only recently they murdered a whole family ... I wish we all finally begin to understand people no matter religion, gender or origin.
Hope that in the end everything will work out and that everything will be good

maria_shiver · 01-06-2011, 07:53 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by coldplay♪♫♪;4804970
Are you sure Coldplay wrote it?
There are currently negotiating a show in effects be realized
Overall I've realized Chris the Israelis want peace and
Nobody wants war, neither side ...
But the reality is different and the terrorists are destroying us and murder us only recently they murdered a whole family ... I wish we all finally begin to understand people no matter religion, gender or origin.
Hope that in the end everything will work out and that everything will be good

I don't know, ask to Oracle in this regard. I hope Friday music can comfort you a little and find meaning in his words, I give you a big hug, maria.

lostsides · 01-06-2011, 08:19 PM

I'm sorry, but I fully support Coldplay doing this.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisf...ory-images-war

coldplay♪♫♪ · 01-06-2011, 08:24 PM

http://www.mako.co.il/music-news/wor...&pId=786102762

Look what happened I do not think who remained Coldplay fans in Israel apart from me and from whom he had not heard the news yet I'm so sad Chris Why?

01-06-2011, 04:09 PM	#1
howyousawtheworld Coldplayer Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 6,753 Location: Scotland Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 13 Thanked 52 Times in 31 Posts	Coldplay endorse 'Freedom for Palestine' single on Facebook British music giants Coldplay have endorsed an upcoming musical collaboration called "Freedom for Palestine," released as a single by the War on Want and One World foundations. Writing on their official Facebook page on Wednesday, Coldplay referred fans to the "Freedom for Palestine" page, saying: Some of our friends are involved in OneWorld's new 'Freedom for Palestine' single," providing a link to the official "'Freedom for Palestine" website. The single features a collaboration of several prominent U.K. musicians, such as Maxi Jazz and Dave Randall of the dance band Faithless, and Jamie Catto of 1 Giant Leap. According to the "Freedom for Palestine" website, the project is supported by groups such as Palestine Solidarity Campaign, Jews for Justice for Palestinians, A Just Peace for Palestine, Friends of Al Aqsa, and more. The project and its subsequent endorsement by Coldplay comes amid an ongoing debate on whether or not to impose a cultural boycott of Israel as a way to pressure Israel into striking a peace deal with the Palestinians. While many artists have chosen to perform in Israel despite reported attempts to sway them from doing so, several have cancelled planned Israel shows, citing political pressure. The most prominent of those have been musical duo Leftfield, Elvis Costello, The Pixies, the late Gill Scott Heron, Santana, The Klaxons and the Gorillaz Sound System. http://www.haaretz.com/culture/coldp...-page-1.365351 That said The Jewish Chronicle is reporting that they have upset Israeli fans of the band in the process here at: http://www.thejc.com/news/israel-new...palestine-song So Coldplay getting political then. What do you think? Risky business indeed especially with an issue as sensitive as this one.

01-06-2011, 06:11 PM	#4
maria_shiver FixChris & ChrissyGirls Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 3,606 My Mood: Location: near people, music, computer... Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	I love the band get into politics ideas if not always to our liking what they say, really Chris has decided to be who he really is. Bravo Chris !!!!!! "I've spent a lot of my life playing it a bit safe or conforming to something, even though I didn't agree with it. "So I have respect and admiration for people who don't. ...(LP5) It's about being free to be yourself and to express yourself among negative surroundings - being able to speak out or follow your passion, even if everybody seems against it." Read more: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage...#ixzz1O2rskiYj Bravo Chris !!!!!! __________________ YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS MINE

01-06-2011, 06:39 PM	#8
maria_shiver FixChris & ChrissyGirls Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 3,606 My Mood: Location: near people, music, computer... Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by coldplay♪♫♪;4804860 I am so shocked that something so good I can not handle myself ... The truth is that harm us and destroy us Ahatroar organizations and kill lots of people the soldier named Gilad Shalit He was kidnapped 5 years ago is barely alive! Quote: Originally Posted by Yeomanry;4804862 Very disappointed in them. Unfortunately everyone and their dog seems to be clamouring to give their opinion on a conflict they probably know very little about. Would they lend support to a song for the Kurds who are the world's largest stateless people? or how about a song condemning the illegal occupation of Northern Cyprus by Turkey? Still, this will be yet more publicity and another political 'feather' in their cap. Guys, the Jewish people is the greatest on earth for the people they have given, but I think we need to find a solution to the horror, I do not know what it is, I have not thought about it. I always thought that Chris is Jew by his name and talent. I'm so sorry for the pain that causes you, love, maria __________________ YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS MINE

01-06-2011, 06:50 PM	#9
Yeomanry Coldplayer Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 14 Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by howyousawtheworld;4804872 I don't know if they'll be welcome in Israel anytime soon. I'd have preferred for them not to do this but they have so that is just that. Israel is a very welcoming place. I was there on holiday for the first time last year. They love British music, but they will be disappointed that Coldplay didn't at least put their name to a song for peace or a two state solution rather than a headline grabbing pro-palestinian song which alienates a lot of people. I was in Jerusalem and watched as every person from every faith and colour walked by in this bustling ancient city. Prior to 1967, Jews were barred from their holy sites. So it's not all a one-sided story and a band like coldplay shouldn't be taking sides.

01-06-2011, 07:09 PM	#10
coldplay♪♫♪ coldplay lover♪♫♪ Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 358 My Mood: Location: In My Place :) Gender: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 14 Times in 6 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by maria_shiver;4804873 Guys, the Jewish people is the greatest on earth for the people they have given, but I think we need to find a solution to the horror, I do not know what it is, I have not thought about it. I always thought that Chris is Jew by his name and talent. I'm so sorry for the pain that causes you, love, maria Thanks. Chris is not Jewish (VLV) but also his wife's father a Jew That's what I know ... It was wrong to do it. I'm one of the greatest fans in Israel if not the biggest fan Some comments from Israelis when I read the article they threw discs (VLV, X & Y. ..) away, cursed Coldplay half my life. My heart almost called today I hope they do not really intend to attack Israelis and really hope to see them in my country.

01-06-2011, 05:39 PM	#2
MasoKnight Give me love over this... Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 628 Location: Arkansas Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 4 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Well, they've been into some controversial stuff like Make Trade Fair since the very early days. And the risk here probably isn't that big. 99% of fans will never know. Of the 1%, generally speaking, those in Europe will support the decision, while a few in America might be upset. Israel's the only place where this will be news.

01-06-2011, 05:56 PM	#3
lutzno #1 Coldplayer Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 219 Location: Cape Town Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	disgusting, i hate it when bands try to get involved in politics which are way beyond their realm, i dont know if any of you know what happend when u2 came to south africa... it never ends well. really disappointed in my band before you bring up mtf, think about the stance this statement has taken. its not saying peace in the middle east or 2 state solution, its clearly pro palestine, therefore anti israel

01-06-2011, 06:27 PM	#5
coldplay♪♫♪ coldplay lover♪♫♪ Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 358 My Mood: Location: In My Place :) Gender: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 14 Times in 6 Posts	I am so shocked that something so good I can not handle myself ... The truth is that harm us and destroy us Ahatroar organizations and kill lots of people the soldier named Gilad Shalit He was kidnapped 5 years ago is barely alive!

01-06-2011, 06:38 PM	#7
howyousawtheworld Coldplayer Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 6,753 Location: Scotland Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 13 Thanked 52 Times in 31 Posts	I don't know if they'll be welcome in Israel anytime soon. I'd have preferred for them not to do this but they have so that is just that.

01-06-2011, 07:25 PM	#11
maria_shiver FixChris & ChrissyGirls Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 3,606 My Mood: Location: near people, music, computer... Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by coldplay♪♫♪;4804914 Thanks. Chris is not Jewish (VLV) but also his wife's father a Jew That's what I know ... It was wrong to do it. I'm one of the greatest fans in Israel if not the biggest fan Some comments from Israelis when I read the article they threw discs (VLV, X & Y. ..) away, cursed Coldplay half my life. My heart almost called today I hope they do not really intend to attack Israelis and really hope to see them in my country. Sure everything will go well, the surname Martin in Spain always has said it's of Jewish origin, I believe that neither he knows, but he is, is the same Garfunkel's phenotype! I hope to go to Israel one day and be able to walk around the area all in peace! __________________ YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS MINE

01-06-2011, 07:39 PM	#12
coldplay♪♫♪ coldplay lover♪♫♪ Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 358 My Mood: Location: In My Place :) Gender: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 14 Times in 6 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by maria_shiver;4804935 Sure everything will go well, the surname Martin in Spain always has said he is of Jewish origin, I believe that neither he knows, but he is, is the same phenotype Garfunkel! I hope to go to Israel one day and be able to walk around the area all in peace! Are you sure Coldplay wrote it? There are currently negotiating a show in effects be realized Overall I've realized Chris the Israelis want peace and Nobody wants war, neither side ... But the reality is different and the terrorists are destroying us and murder us only recently they murdered a whole family ... I wish we all finally begin to understand people no matter religion, gender or origin. Hope that in the end everything will work out and that everything will be good

01-06-2011, 07:53 PM	#13
maria_shiver FixChris & ChrissyGirls Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 3,606 My Mood: Location: near people, music, computer... Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by coldplay♪♫♪;4804970 Are you sure Coldplay wrote it? There are currently negotiating a show in effects be realized Overall I've realized Chris the Israelis want peace and Nobody wants war, neither side ... But the reality is different and the terrorists are destroying us and murder us only recently they murdered a whole family ... I wish we all finally begin to understand people no matter religion, gender or origin. Hope that in the end everything will work out and that everything will be good I don't know, ask to Oracle in this regard. I hope Friday music can comfort you a little and find meaning in his words, I give you a big hug, maria. __________________ YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS MINE

01-06-2011, 08:19 PM	#14
lostsides Coldplayer Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 260 Location: London Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I'm sorry, but I fully support Coldplay doing this. http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisf...ory-images-war

01-06-2011, 08:24 PM	#15
coldplay♪♫♪ coldplay lover♪♫♪ Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 358 My Mood: Location: In My Place :) Gender: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 14 Times in 6 Posts	http://www.mako.co.il/music-news/wor...&pId=786102762 Look what happened I do not think who remained Coldplay fans in Israel apart from me and from whom he had not heard the news yet I'm so sad Chris Why?