Tomorrow's Daily Mirror (4 May 2012): Coldplay Chris' hearing torment - Page 2

Caroline · 04-05-2012, 04:16 AM

It's probably from having to listen to Gwyneth all those years.

KIDDING.

crestingwaves · 04-05-2012, 04:22 AM

I actually remember an interview with Chris who mentions he has had a problem with his left ear for a long time. I'm racking my brains to remember where I heard it. It may have been an Australian interview and I think he was talking about surfing.

ColdplayFanatic16 · 04-05-2012, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by crestingwaves;5290738
I actually remember an interview with Chris who mentions he has had a problem with his left ear for a long time. I'm racking my brains to remember where I heard it. It may have been an Australian interview and I think he was talking about surfing.

surfing.
I dont know. Could be true.. But i hope it isnt.. Chris...

But seeing how it's The Sun, i'm don't think it's true..

fakfak · 04-05-2012, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by fakfak;5290600
A lot of professional musicians have at least some degree of tinnutus. That said, it's less common among performers who use modern in ear monitors, which Chris (and the rest of the band) have done from the start of their career. I call BS on this one based on the fact that there are Parachutes era photos where Chris can clearly be seen with proper ear monitors which offer a good amount of protection. Some tinnutus, yes. Crippling Tinnutus, probably not.

Exactly, he almost certainly has it to some degree, so do they rest of the band, and their crew for that matter. It's an extremely common condition among musicians. I just doubt it's going to cost him his career. That line smacks of tabloid sensationalism.

coldplaymom · 04-05-2012, 04:50 AM

I can vaguely remember reading about Chris insisting that little kids without earplugs be moved to the back of the venue during a Coldplay concert.

fakfak · 04-05-2012, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by coldplaymom;5290751
I can vaguely remember reading about Chris insisting that little kids without earplugs be moved to the back of the venue during a Coldplay concert.

That's just common sense IMHO. I always wear ear protection when going to gigs, and I haven't been a kid since longer than I care to think about.

coldplaymom · 04-05-2012, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by fakfak;5290753
That's just common sense IMHO. I always wear ear protection when going to gigs, and I haven't been a kid since longer than I care to think about.

I'm fine without earplugs but I'm old as well

. I was very close to the stage at my last Coldplay gig and Guy's bass seemed to be playing down my throat.

fakfak · 04-05-2012, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by coldplaymom;5290756
I'm fine without earplugs but I'm old as well. I was very close to the stage at my last Coldplay gig and Guy's bass seemed to be playing down my throat.

It's a habit I picked up working for a concert promotor several years ago. When you're attending 2-4 gigs a week and standing quite near the speakers, you learn to be aware of such things.

blueberry426 · 04-05-2012, 06:58 AM

Quote:
Originally Posted by fakfak;5290600
A lot of professional musicians have at least some degree of tinnutus. That said, it's less common among performers who use modern in ear monitors, which Chris (and the rest of the band) have done from the start of their career. I call BS on this one based on the fact that there are Parachutes era photos where Chris can clearly be seen with proper ear monitors which offer a good amount of protection. Some tinnutus, yes. Crippling Tinnutus, probably not.

^Agree! He probably has minor tinnitus which most musicians have. But not anything like the article said.

Comicforce · 04-05-2012, 07:35 AM

This is weird.. I have been watching Glastonbury 2000 for the last few days - and I could swear he has something NOT an ear monitor in his left ear during this performance. Now I am not an expert, but it looks more like an earplug?? There are no wires or anything coming from this?

Glasto 2000.mp4 - YouTube

Skip to 9.44 if you want to see what I mean during Trouble?

I was wondering why and what this was. Do you suppose it's to do with this? I DO hope he doesn't have this as badly as the paper suggests..

Tabloids though.. I hope they are wrong..

Caroline.. ! LOL

Tash · 04-05-2012, 07:52 AM

Chris Martin, Coldplay Frontman Reveals Tinnitus Hell

Coldplay star Chris Martin has been fighting a secret battle with painful ear condition tinnitus for over a decade.

The rocker first started suffering from the ailment in 2002, and has to live with ringing in his ears and regular splitting headaches.

He blames listening to loud music in his teens, which can trigger the condition, and now is forced to wear special earphones on stage to ensure his tinnitus doesn't get any worse.

Opening up about his health battle, Chris told The Mirror: "I've had tinnitus for about 10 years, but since I started protecting my ears it hasn't got any worse - touch wood.

"The band use moulded filter plugs, or in-ear monitors. You can use industrial headphones but they look strange at a party.

"Looking after your ears is unfortunately something you don't think about until there's a problem. I wish I'd thought about it earlier."

A source adds, "Chris suffered with terrible ringing in his ears and excruciating headaches. If he hadn't sought treatment, he might not be performing today.

"When he does perform, he wears ear monitors to prevent hearing loss."

Chris is now fronting a charity campaign to raise awareness of tinnitus alongside fellow sufferers rapper Plan B and Gary Numan.

link

Tash · 04-05-2012, 08:11 AM

Plan B, Chris Martin, Judge Jules...

Plan B suffers from tinnitus that sounds like a train. Chris Martin has had tinnitus for 10 years. Judge Jules is a big supporter of our Loud Music campaign.

Find out why these stars, and other famous musicians, protect their hearing.

What do the artists say?

Plan B:

‘I’m Plan B and I suffer from tinnitus. When I first developed it, I thought it was trains rushing by my house as I live near a railway line - it was really loud and an extremely high pitched ringing in my ears. I had to see an ear specialist as I couldn’t get rid of this ringing noise, I didn’t know what it was, and I was told it was tinnitus.

I now have to wear special earplugs when I go to bed to help stop my ears from ringing. There’s no doubt it’s been caused by years of being on stage and subjected to very loud decibels of music. So if you’re listening to music a lot, producing music or performing live, then always wear earplugs. You’re not Superman and your hearing matters!’

Chris Martin:

'Looking after your ears is unfortunately something you don't think about until there's a problem. I've had tinnitus for about 10 years, and since I started protecting my ears it hasn't got any worse (touch wood). But I wish I'd thought about it earlier. Now we always use moulded filter plugs, or in-ear monitors, to try and protect our ears. You CAN use industrial headphones, but that looks strange at a party.'

Judge Jules:

‘I feel really strongly about listening to music safely and that’s why I’m a big supporter of the Loud Music campaign. I’ve been in the industry for over twenty years and although I’m lucky not to suffer tinnitus or hearing loss, so many of my colleagues and friends do from listening to loud music for long periods. Be wise and wear earplugs when going to clubs or when exposed to loud music.’

Jazzie B:

‘So many musicians have suffered from tinnitus or hearing loss because they weren’t educated about the dangers of listening to loud music and wearing earplugs. The Loud Music campaign wants to change the way people listen to loud music. Earplugs should be a part of everyone’s essential Saturday night entertainment!’

Gary Numan:

‘I’m Gary Numan, this is a message for people who go to clubs or listen to live music to look after your ears. It’s advice that I wish I’d had, as I wouldn’t be in a position I am now. I didn’t look after my ears and I’m in trouble. It’s getting serious to the point that I can’t mix my music properly anymore, so it’s majorly impacted on my career. If I’d just looked after them when I was younger then this would never have happened, so I very much regret it. I would often be at gigs, standing at the front next to the speakers, not wearing earplugs, thinking I’m cool and being manly, but that’s just rubbish, it’s stupid. So look after your hearing and wear earplugs.’

DJ Andy Smith:

‘I wear noise-cancelling headphones whenever I’m listening to music to protect my hearing. It means I can enjoy music at a reasonable volume with absolute clarity rather than having to turn up the volume but still struggle to hear over background noise!’

link

LoryABjerre · 04-05-2012, 08:28 AM

seeing the comments and pictures newpaper

http://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrit...innitus-817716

eva71 · 04-05-2012, 08:42 AM

I think this is part of a campaign, I have no doubt about Chris words, but tinnitus is an unusual problem in young people ( I´m doctor) , I´ve beeing listening loud music for years, which I think is bad, but my worry is about hearing loss not tinnitus. In ay case is a good advice.

Blue Nails · 04-05-2012, 11:05 AM

This is pretty big news everywhere.
I hope it's not too bad. It seems like it isn't and he mentioned it to support the campaign, but then again I don't think he's someone who complains a lot.

04-05-2012, 04:16 AM	#16
Caroline Be A Bright Red Rose Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,068 My Mood: Location: Home, where I wanted to go... Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 1 Thanked 74 Times in 29 Posts	It's probably from having to listen to Gwyneth all those years. KIDDING. __________________ I'm aware of everyone running around and there's always a panic about something. The rains coming down, the wrist bands aren't working or Will-he's benched pressed too much and his abs have burst. I don't know what the problems might be, Guy's just become too handsome to be lit properly or Jonny's fingers have begun to move too fast and he can play too many notes. Whatever the problem is, I always enjoy watching it get solved before 9pm.

04-05-2012, 04:22 AM	#17
crestingwaves a ladder to the sun... Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 1,230 Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	I actually remember an interview with Chris who mentions he has had a problem with his left ear for a long time. I'm racking my brains to remember where I heard it. It may have been an Australian interview and I think he was talking about surfing. __________________ It could be worse, I could be alone, I could be locked down here on my own. Like a stone that suddenly drops, It never stops, no... ...Everyone I know says I'm a fool to mess with you, everyone I know says it's a stupid thing to do.

04-05-2012, 04:31 AM	#18
ColdplayFanatic16 Kelly D. Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 786 My Mood: Location: In Paradise Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 48 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Quote: Originally Posted by crestingwaves;5290738 I actually remember an interview with Chris who mentions he has had a problem with his left ear for a long time. I'm racking my brains to remember where I heard it. It may have been an Australian interview and I think he was talking about surfing. surfing. I dont know. Could be true.. But i hope it isnt.. Chris... But seeing how it's The Sun, i'm don't think it's true.. __________________ VIVA LA COLDPLAY!

04-05-2012, 04:32 AM	#19
fakfak Coldplayer Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,914 My Mood: Location: Illinois Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 142 Thanked 94 Times in 79 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by fakfak;5290600 A lot of professional musicians have at least some degree of tinnutus. That said, it's less common among performers who use modern in ear monitors, which Chris (and the rest of the band) have done from the start of their career. I call BS on this one based on the fact that there are Parachutes era photos where Chris can clearly be seen with proper ear monitors which offer a good amount of protection. Some tinnutus, yes. Crippling Tinnutus, probably not. Exactly, he almost certainly has it to some degree, so do they rest of the band, and their crew for that matter. It's an extremely common condition among musicians. I just doubt it's going to cost him his career. That line smacks of tabloid sensationalism.

04-05-2012, 04:52 AM	#21
fakfak Coldplayer Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,914 My Mood: Location: Illinois Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 142 Thanked 94 Times in 79 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by coldplaymom;5290751 I can vaguely remember reading about Chris insisting that little kids without earplugs be moved to the back of the venue during a Coldplay concert. That's just common sense IMHO. I always wear ear protection when going to gigs, and I haven't been a kid since longer than I care to think about.

04-05-2012, 04:50 AM	#20
coldplaymom Coldplayer Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 4,366 Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 300 Thanked 416 Times in 227 Posts	I can vaguely remember reading about Chris insisting that little kids without earplugs be moved to the back of the venue during a Coldplay concert.

04-05-2012, 04:57 AM	#22
coldplaymom Coldplayer Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 4,366 Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 300 Thanked 416 Times in 227 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by fakfak;5290753 That's just common sense IMHO. I always wear ear protection when going to gigs, and I haven't been a kid since longer than I care to think about. I'm fine without earplugs but I'm old as well. I was very close to the stage at my last Coldplay gig and Guy's bass seemed to be playing down my throat.

04-05-2012, 05:06 AM	#23
fakfak Coldplayer Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,914 My Mood: Location: Illinois Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 142 Thanked 94 Times in 79 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by coldplaymom;5290756 I'm fine without earplugs but I'm old as well. I was very close to the stage at my last Coldplay gig and Guy's bass seemed to be playing down my throat. It's a habit I picked up working for a concert promotor several years ago. When you're attending 2-4 gigs a week and standing quite near the speakers, you learn to be aware of such things.

04-05-2012, 06:58 AM	#24
blueberry426 Coldplayer Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 509 My Mood: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 198 Thanked 57 Times in 43 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by fakfak;5290600 A lot of professional musicians have at least some degree of tinnutus. That said, it's less common among performers who use modern in ear monitors, which Chris (and the rest of the band) have done from the start of their career. I call BS on this one based on the fact that there are Parachutes era photos where Chris can clearly be seen with proper ear monitors which offer a good amount of protection. Some tinnutus, yes. Crippling Tinnutus, probably not. ^Agree! He probably has minor tinnitus which most musicians have. But not anything like the article said.

04-05-2012, 07:52 AM	#26
Tash Ms Coldplaying 2012 Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 35,435 Location: 0118 Gender: Seen CP: 12 times Fav. CP album: VLVODAAHF Fav. CP song: See You Soon Fav. CP member: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 233 Thanked 4,018 Times in 1,872 Posts	Chris Martin, Coldplay Frontman Reveals Tinnitus Hell Coldplay star Chris Martin has been fighting a secret battle with painful ear condition tinnitus for over a decade. The rocker first started suffering from the ailment in 2002, and has to live with ringing in his ears and regular splitting headaches. He blames listening to loud music in his teens, which can trigger the condition, and now is forced to wear special earphones on stage to ensure his tinnitus doesn't get any worse. Opening up about his health battle, Chris told The Mirror: "I've had tinnitus for about 10 years, but since I started protecting my ears it hasn't got any worse - touch wood. "The band use moulded filter plugs, or in-ear monitors. You can use industrial headphones but they look strange at a party. "Looking after your ears is unfortunately something you don't think about until there's a problem. I wish I'd thought about it earlier." A source adds, "Chris suffered with terrible ringing in his ears and excruciating headaches. If he hadn't sought treatment, he might not be performing today. "When he does perform, he wears ear monitors to prevent hearing loss." Chris is now fronting a charity campaign to raise awareness of tinnitus alongside fellow sufferers rapper Plan B and Gary Numan. link __________________ Luctor et Emergo/not swallowed in the sea Rotterdam 03-10-08 Nijmegen 09-09-09 Landgraaf 11-06-11 Arras 03-07-11 London 09-12-11 London 10-12-11 Rotterdam 17-12-11 London 01-06-12 London 02-06-12 London 04-06-12 Detroit 01-08-12 The Hague 06-09-12 *it means everything and it means nothing to everybody and nobody - Guy Berryman* *Phil, who is our fifth member, he doesn’t play an instrument but he plays the mobile phone and the laptop computer - Will Champion* *a negative capability is the ability within yourself to accept that things go up and down and you can't always control it and they can't always be up but they won't always be down - Chris Martin* it’s a good noisy crowd that sing through the show at the Ahoy - none more so than when the band are on the B-Stage and the cheer for Will during Us Against The World is so huge that the song grinds to a halt amidst disbelieving giggles on stage - Roadie #42

04-05-2012, 08:11 AM	#27
Tash Ms Coldplaying 2012 Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 35,435 Location: 0118 Gender: Seen CP: 12 times Fav. CP album: VLVODAAHF Fav. CP song: See You Soon Fav. CP member: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 233 Thanked 4,018 Times in 1,872 Posts	Plan B, Chris Martin, Judge Jules... Plan B suffers from tinnitus that sounds like a train. Chris Martin has had tinnitus for 10 years. Judge Jules is a big supporter of our Loud Music campaign. Find out why these stars, and other famous musicians, protect their hearing. What do the artists say? Plan B: ‘I’m Plan B and I suffer from tinnitus. When I first developed it, I thought it was trains rushing by my house as I live near a railway line - it was really loud and an extremely high pitched ringing in my ears. I had to see an ear specialist as I couldn’t get rid of this ringing noise, I didn’t know what it was, and I was told it was tinnitus. I now have to wear special earplugs when I go to bed to help stop my ears from ringing. There’s no doubt it’s been caused by years of being on stage and subjected to very loud decibels of music. So if you’re listening to music a lot, producing music or performing live, then always wear earplugs. You’re not Superman and your hearing matters!’ Chris Martin: 'Looking after your ears is unfortunately something you don't think about until there's a problem. I've had tinnitus for about 10 years, and since I started protecting my ears it hasn't got any worse (touch wood). But I wish I'd thought about it earlier. Now we always use moulded filter plugs, or in-ear monitors, to try and protect our ears. You CAN use industrial headphones, but that looks strange at a party.' Judge Jules: ‘I feel really strongly about listening to music safely and that’s why I’m a big supporter of the Loud Music campaign. I’ve been in the industry for over twenty years and although I’m lucky not to suffer tinnitus or hearing loss, so many of my colleagues and friends do from listening to loud music for long periods. Be wise and wear earplugs when going to clubs or when exposed to loud music.’ Jazzie B: ‘So many musicians have suffered from tinnitus or hearing loss because they weren’t educated about the dangers of listening to loud music and wearing earplugs. The Loud Music campaign wants to change the way people listen to loud music. Earplugs should be a part of everyone’s essential Saturday night entertainment!’ Gary Numan: ‘I’m Gary Numan, this is a message for people who go to clubs or listen to live music to look after your ears. It’s advice that I wish I’d had, as I wouldn’t be in a position I am now. I didn’t look after my ears and I’m in trouble. It’s getting serious to the point that I can’t mix my music properly anymore, so it’s majorly impacted on my career. If I’d just looked after them when I was younger then this would never have happened, so I very much regret it. I would often be at gigs, standing at the front next to the speakers, not wearing earplugs, thinking I’m cool and being manly, but that’s just rubbish, it’s stupid. So look after your hearing and wear earplugs.’ DJ Andy Smith: ‘I wear noise-cancelling headphones whenever I’m listening to music to protect my hearing. It means I can enjoy music at a reasonable volume with absolute clarity rather than having to turn up the volume but still struggle to hear over background noise!’ link __________________ Luctor et Emergo/not swallowed in the sea Rotterdam 03-10-08 Nijmegen 09-09-09 Landgraaf 11-06-11 Arras 03-07-11 London 09-12-11 London 10-12-11 Rotterdam 17-12-11 London 01-06-12 London 02-06-12 London 04-06-12 Detroit 01-08-12 The Hague 06-09-12 *it means everything and it means nothing to everybody and nobody - Guy Berryman* *Phil, who is our fifth member, he doesn’t play an instrument but he plays the mobile phone and the laptop computer - Will Champion* *a negative capability is the ability within yourself to accept that things go up and down and you can't always control it and they can't always be up but they won't always be down - Chris Martin* it’s a good noisy crowd that sing through the show at the Ahoy - none more so than when the band are on the B-Stage and the cheer for Will during Us Against The World is so huge that the song grinds to a halt amidst disbelieving giggles on stage - Roadie #42

04-05-2012, 08:28 AM	#28
LoryABjerre Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,937 My Mood: Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 92 Thanked 315 Times in 212 Posts	seeing the comments and pictures newpaper http://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrit...innitus-817716

04-05-2012, 08:42 AM	#29
eva71 Coldplayer Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 83 My Mood: Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 7 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	I think this is part of a campaign, I have no doubt about Chris words, but tinnitus is an unusual problem in young people ( I´m doctor) , I´ve beeing listening loud music for years, which I think is bad, but my worry is about hearing loss not tinnitus. In ay case is a good advice.

04-05-2012, 11:05 AM	#30
Blue Nails Imke. Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 2,283 Location: a little row boat Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 241 Thanked 249 Times in 96 Posts	This is pretty big news everywhere. I hope it's not too bad. It seems like it isn't and he mentioned it to support the campaign, but then again I don't think he's someone who complains a lot.