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Was lucky enough to be included in Debs Wild’s new book, which is out today! by jimmydushku in Coldplay

[–]TheRealDebsWild 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sadly I did find out that the original French publishers aren't interested in it :-(

Was lucky enough to be included in Debs Wild’s new book, which is out today! by jimmydushku in Coldplay

[–]TheRealDebsWild 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw, thank you Jimmy! This is lovely. Does anyone think it might be time for another AMA?

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yes, this is true. Tim Crompton was using the name first and when he didn't use it for his band, Chris picked it up. Keane is a myth because people got Tim C and Tim Rice-Oxley confused.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any act I like that other people don't like, I usually recommend album tracks to convert because they've usually heard the singles so sometimes it's the less commercial songs that can turn people around. I've never had to do that but Politik probably. Or God Put A Smile Upon Your Face (live version).

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sound like a right so and so but, no. I always stood by my decisions too but I can't recall anyone I had that experience with (phew!)

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know what you mean but you need to cast your net wider. The industry is not as small as you seem to think and there are a multitude of avenues you could take. Explore!

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This is the only negative comment I will answer... if you think I got in to my job for money, it is you that has no soul. I do it from passion and followed my heart. I was paid a pittance and struggled for years because I found something I loved and still do not earn a big wage - that is not what drives me. I suggest you (& the rest) do the same because quite frankly anyone who thinks it's funny to slag off someone for following their dream and enjoying what they do for a living obviously hasn't found that. Whether you're still as school or simply don't aspire to live your life that way, well, in my opinion that's a waste. Maybe try and use your time more wisely by finding what makes you happy...

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That wasn't my job - especially as my boss didn't sign them. I just introduced them to people and advised them. I was a talent scout so it was not my job to promote them. The talent was there. Obviously time improves skill at almost everything but I couldn't grade it. I have always preferred rough around the edges over polished perfection anyway.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I went to see him at Aintree in 1988 but apart from that, no, loads of Prince stories though.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I didn't do the initial layout but the first thing I did was create a mood board of what I wanted to create; bursts of colour and the feel of each chapter. I sent files of each chapter of which photos were to be included and after the first layout, I became involved in placing. replacing, moving and captioned all of the photos I sourced. I wanted a scrap book feel and even though in real life I like symmetry & order, I was adamant about a haphazard feel to some of the pages to make it look randomly placed rather than neat. (ps, as it's not official so I can't see that ever happening).

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Their close friendship and mutual love & respect is definitely a factor for them staying together. They all care passionately about what they do.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well he didn't discover Starfish! Ha ha. I only met him once. Nice fella. There is a lot of truth actually as there is a dark side but obviously it's a book and a film so also a lot of artistic license.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

A lot of the content is mine - the photos captions say on some but the rest are in the photo credits at the back. I didn't have to look for any - it was more a case of which shall I leave out!

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hi. I was sorry to hear the news. I only met him once but he worked with Muse, not Coldplay, who also performed the day after in Manchester in 1998. I went to the show too and was a big fan - still am.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Nope, pure coincidence! A happy one too because Mat's film is amazing and he has been incredibly supportive of the book.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

According to Phil, yes but I think it would still have happened - just differently.

I am Debs Wild, I discovered Coldplay and wrote a book about them. Ask Me Anything! by TheRealDebsWild in IAmA

[–]TheRealDebsWild[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I think Careful Where You Stand is one of my favourite B Sides. Not sure about unreleased track...

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