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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2015 3:09:17 GMT -5
Thanking everyone for their continuing support in this daft petition thing. I'm torn between being embarrassed that it's gotten noticed beyond our borders, and relieved that there is plenty of sentiment ridiculing the original petition - and not just from outside Singapore. I know this doesn't really affect Adam or anything related to him; I just hope that if this brouhaha catches his attention, he thinks it to be a good thing that so much chatter has been generated about it. (I mean, it's STILL trending on twitter here!) Can't progress people's mindsets without talking about it, right? Honey, I'm from Texas embarressedandappalled is my middle name these days. Every country has their share of bigots and religious know-it-alls. You guys are fighting an important fight and winning it. Talking and pointing out the ridiculousness of their objections is key. Keep up the good work. Hugs
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Post by DancyGeorgia on Nov 27, 2015 3:31:03 GMT -5
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Post by toramenor on Nov 27, 2015 3:57:38 GMT -5
OMG I love this - Everyone is welcome, even if they're not Beyonce! hahhaha, great response, funny, but also serious and supportive, well done I'm sure sense and love will prevail in the end, but I have to admit, when I first saw the news yesterday, I was saddened, and I didn't need to read the petition to know why they started it. It has nothing to do with appropriateness or children watching TV; it has everything to do with some people still being stuck in their narrow-minded view that being gay is somehow offensive and dangerous, wrong or dirty. And unfortunately, it's not just a few people in Singapore who believe this - there's plenty of homophobia around the world. Yes, there has been great progress over the last few years, but there are still countries in this world where doing "gay things" is illegal or at best you are socially ostracized, not protected against discrimination, or not allowed certain rights and liberties that straight people have. Don't forget this fight is still ongoing - and we mustn't be lulled into thinking that all is right just because we've won a few battles. There is still a lot to do in order to reach full equality. I hope one day the only situation in which it will matter whether you're gay, straight, or bi is when you're actually talking to a potential romantic interest - which is, really, the only time it matters - when you want to be with somebody. Not when you're working, when you're going out shopping, when you're listening to music, or anything else we do every day in our lives.
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Post by ayleim on Nov 27, 2015 4:55:41 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2015 4:58:57 GMT -5
popspoken.com/entertainment/2015/11/adam-lambert-in-singapore-i-am-a-uniter-not-a-dividerAdam Lambert In Singapore: “I Am A Uniter, Not A Divider” November 27, 2015 Written by Kyle Malinda-White ShareTweet+ 1Mail Recent controversy (it’s even on CNBC) has placed media broadcaster MediaCorp in hot soup over the choice to bring in artiste Adam Lambert to Singapore to headline Celebrate 2016, their annual New Year’s Eve show. Warner Music Singapore has released a statement from Lambert himself addressing the controversy caused by a petition with over 14,000 signatories to remove him from the show: “My performance at Celebrate 2016 will not only be a spectacular one, it will celebrate the entire human family in all its diversity. I am a uniter, not a divider, and I believe in celebrating the human heart and spirit. I have put together an entirely new show experience for my fans that is kicking off in Singapore. The Original High tour is based primarily on new material, and it promises to be a thoughtful and sophisticated insight into the pursuit of happiness and self-worth. There is no better time for celebration than at the moment one year changes into another, so I hope you will join me to celebrate the future and 2016.” The petition has since inspired a counter-petition that has reached some 12,000 signatories as of press time. Photo: Adam Lambert/Facebook Stay updated and social with Popspoken: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2015 5:42:05 GMT -5
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Post by DancyGeorgia on Nov 27, 2015 6:11:36 GMT -5
OTT, but Adam fans tend to want really great sounding audio and headphones make a big difference!!! There are several really good headphones on Black Friday special today at the USA Amazon, some all day long and some for just a few hours during a "lightning" sale. The brand names Audio Technica, Beyerdynamic, and Sennheiser are all well known among audiophiles. You will see the terms "open back" versus "closed back" and "on ear" versus "over ear" in the descriptions. You can find an explanation of what these terms mean in one of my old "How do I" posts at: adamtopia.com/post/621925Also, note that some of the headphones have a cord with a 3.5 mm (1/8", mini-jack) plug which works with cell phones, tables, and PCs while some of the headphone have a cord with a 6.35 mm (1/4") plug which works with high end audio equipment. Some come with 2 interchangeable cables, one of each type, and some come with an adapter to convert to the other type. Also, note the "Ohms" rating of the headphones. The lower the Ohms rating the louder the audio signal that without the need for an amplifier. At the low end, 32 Ohm headphones are great for cell phones, etc. At the high end, 250 Ohms, an amplifier is required to produce a loud enough sound signal, i.e., these are not good for on the go cell phone use. You can buy a small portable amplifier, but better to use sitting at your desk than when on the go. The 50 Ohm headphones should still be fine for cell phone use. The 80 Ohm headphone are probably better for use with a PC than with a cell phone. So if you order one of these headphones, be careful which features you need and which come with the headphones. My recommendations:1) If you want to use the headphones with a cell phone at work, where you don't want others to be able to hear sound leaking from your headphones, than the best option is the Beyerdynamic DT-770-PRO-32 Over-Ear, Closed-Back 32 Ohm Headphone which goes on sale at 2:59 pm est. 2)If you don't have to be concerned with others hearing sound leaking from your headphones, and you like to feel like you are in a big room surrounded by the music, then the Sennheiser HD 598 Special Edition Over-Ear Open-Back 50 Ohm Black Headphones on sale all day are the best option. Starts at 11:59 am EST: Beyerdynamic DT-990-Pro-250 Professional Acoustically Over-Ear, Fully Open-Back Headphones (Coiled connecting cable with mini-jack plug (3.5 mm) & ¼“ adapter (6.35 mm). You need to use with an amplifier for this 250 ohm rating, i.e., you need high end audio equipment.)www.amazon.com/dp/B0011UB9CQ/ref=gbps_tit_s-3_4782_ad16a405?pf_rd_p=2292984782&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=00J60S7NW6N8F8NF366ZStarts at 12:59 ps EST: Beyerdynamic DT-1350-80 On-Ear, Closed-Back Supraaural Headphones, 80 Ohms (Straight connecting cable with mini-jack plug (3.5 mm) & ¼“ adapter (6.35 mm).)www.amazon.com/dp/B004QMH8KI/ref=gbps_tit_s-3_4782_1e33bc24?pf_rd_p=2292984782&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=00J60S7NW6N8F8NF366ZStarts at 1:59 pm EST: Audio Technica ATHA500X Audiophile Over-Ear, Closed-Back Dynamic Headphones, 48 Ohms (Cable with 3.5 mm (1/8") mini-jack plug & ¼“ adapter (6.35 mm).)www.amazon.com/dp/B006WXY0H8/ref=gbps_tit_s-3_4782_cd117948?pf_rd_p=2292984782&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=00J60S7NW6N8F8NF366ZStarts at 2:59 pm EST: Beyerdynamic DT-770-PRO-32 Over-Ear, Closed-Back Dynamic Headphone for Mobile Control, 32 Ohms (Straight connecting cable with mini-jack plug (3.5 mm) & ¼“ adapter (6.35 mm), ohm rating suitable for cell phones, etc.)www.amazon.com/dp/B008POFOHM/ref=gbps_tit_s-3_4782_5375b60b?pf_rd_p=2292984782&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=00J60S7NW6N8F8NF366ZStarts at 9:59 pm EST: Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO, Over-Ear, Closed-Back, 250 ohms (Coiled connecting cable with mini-jack plug (3.5 mm) & ¼“ adapter (6.35 mm). You need to use with an amplifier for this ohm rating, i.e., you need high end audio equipment.)www.amazon.com/dp/B0006NL5SM/ref=gbps_img_s-3_4782_bb196def?pf_rd_p=2292984782&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1C4EMR87H9MY4KVQBH2NAll day deals, good till midnight pst or until sold out: Sennheiser HD 598 Special Edition Over-Ear Open-Back 50 Headphones - Black, 50 Ohms ($94.99 until midnight pst, comes with both types of interchangeable cables, a 3 ft cable with 3.5 mm plug for cell phones etc and a 10 ft cable with 6.35 mm plug for high end audio systems. I have the ivory/brown model and they sound fantastic!!! But the ivory/brown version is more expensive and only comes with 1 cable, the one with a 6.35 mm plug, plus a 3.5 mm adapter.) www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-598-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B0126HISOO/ref=lp_13227331011_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1448614624&sr=1-2Bose SoundTrue Headphones Over-Ear Style, White ($74.99 until midnight pst, lighter weight but not as highly rated as others above. Cable with 3.5 mm (1/8") mini-jack plug. Geared towards Apple iPhones, etc. On-headphone volume control does not work with Android phones. Must be a discontinued model because current model Bose headphones are NEVER more than 10% off.)www.amazon.com/Bose-SoundTrue-Headphones-Around-Ear-Style/dp/B00IUICOK8/ref=lp_13227331011_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1448614624&sr=1-1Note: I do not recommend the Bluedio (too much distortion) or Ausom bluetooth (not high enough quality sound for music, but great for audio books) headphones on sale today. The SMS Audio STREET by 50 Cent headphones are OK, but they were developed by a rapper and might be more geared for that type of music, but I don't know for sure.
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Post by zeldon on Nov 27, 2015 6:19:58 GMT -5
Thanks DancyGeorgia! I need a new set so will check these out.
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