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| 2010-11-20 Holland: Amsterdam, Paradiso, International Glam Nation |
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Oct 8th 2010, 7:31 AM
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
 Tonight's show is at PARADISO Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands, with an urban population of 1,364,422 and a metropolitan population of 2,158,372. The city is located in the province of North Holland in the west of the country. Settled as a small fishing village in the late 12th century, Amsterdam became one of the most important ports in the world during the Dutch Golden Age, a result of its innovative developments in trade. During that time, the city was the leading centre for finance and diamonds. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the city expanded, and many new neighborhoods and suburbs were formed. The 17th-century canals of Amsterdam , located in the heart of Amsterdam, were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in July 2010. The city is the financial and cultural capital of the Netherlands. Many large Dutch institutions have their headquarters there, and 7 of the world's top 500 companies, including Philips and ING, are based in the city. In 2010, Amsterdam was ranked 13th globally on quality of living. The Amsterdam Stock Exchange, the oldest stock exchange in the world, is located in the city centre. Amsterdam's main attractions, including its historic canals, the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, Hermitage Amsterdam, Anne Frank House, its red-light district, and its many cannabis coffee shops draw more than 3.66 million international visitors annually. De Wallen, also known as Walletjes or Rosse Buurt, is a designated area for legalized prostitution and is Amsterdam's largest and most well known red-light district. This neighborhood has become a famous tourist attraction. It consists of a network of roads and alleys containing several hundred small, one-room apartments rented by sex workers who offer their services from behind a window or glass door, typically illuminated with red lights. Amsterdam is famous for its vibrant and diverse nightlife. The two main nightlife areas are the Leidseplein and the Rembrandtplein. The Heineken Music Hall is a concert hall located near the Amsterdam ArenA. Its main purpose is to serve as a podium for pop concerts for big audiences. Many famous international artists have performed there. Two other notable venues, Paradiso and the Melkweg are located near the Leidseplein. Both focus on broad programming, ranging from indie rock to hip hop, R&B, and other popular genres. THE VENUE Paradiso is one of Amsterdam’s best-loved live music centers — and a top destination for music lovers from all over the Netherlands and beyond. The venue is located just a stone’s throw from Leidseplein — a bustling nightlife and tourist center. Formerly a church, the neogothic building has been dubbed the ‘Pop Temple.’ Inside is a large dance floor with a balcony on either side. The original stained glass windows have seen and heard such top acts as the Rolling Stones, Velvet Underground, Macy Gray, James Brown, Beck, Justin Timberlake, Lenny Kravitz, Sex Pistols, David Bowie, Prince, Willie Nelson and Nirvana. Paradiso was born during the hippie years of the late Sixties. The venue opened its doors in 1968. At the time it was subsidized as a ‘youth entertainment center’ by the city’s rulers — eager to give the hippies who were overrunning nearby Vondelpark an alternative hangout. Small wonder, then, that this was one of the first places in the Netherlands where the sale and use of soft drugs was tolerated. While Paradiso was once synonymous with the rock music of the hippie counterculture, it has charted every music trend ever since. A much smaller hall upstairs often hosts unknown acts well before they make it big. Meanwhile the Pop Temple offers an eclectic mix of music: jazz, fusion, garage, ska, latin, funk, soul… The hall has been filled with Maroccan dance music, an Elvis Presley Church Service, and even some contemporary classical music. In addition it sees performance art and some lectures. After the bands have played DJs spin their craft deep into the night. And here’s something unique: many of the concerts at Paradiso can be viewed online at FabChannel.com . Shorter clips can also be seen at Google Video . A look at where we are tonight        The Venue     Tonight’s forecast is Venue is GA and holds 1500. It is SOLD OUT Show starts at 8:30 pm Amsterdam time…2:30 pm Eastern time, 1:30pm Central, 12:30 pm Mountain and 11:30 am Pacific. UK start time is 7:30pm Tonight's Twitter list: http://twitter.com/GlamFansUnite/paradiso . Amsterdam twitter list translated from Dutch to English http://tinyurl.com/25fcwah (use only to view not to follow) . If dessert is served tonight it will be posted and e-mailed -------------------- 
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Oct 10th 2010, 5:32 AM
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House rules for Paradiso. http://paradiso.nl/web/English-Agenda/Visit/House-rules.htm
Now, behave!  ***** QUOTE Weapons, knives and hard drugs are not allowed. In case of violation the police will be notified. We have security cameras. Visitors will be searched. After exit no re-entry. Misconduct will not be tolerated. Membership is compulsory. Follow directions given by the staff. It is not allowed to take pictures and to make audio- and/or video recordings without permission. In case of violation of the house rules, access will be denied without restitution of entrance fee. No alcohol under 16, no spirits under 18. -------------------- 
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Oct 10th 2010, 12:55 PM
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QUOTE(Hand @ Oct 10th 2010, 12:32 PM)  House rules for Paradiso. Must love Holland! -------------------- 
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Oct 10th 2010, 1:01 PM
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WHAAAT?! no pics?! Oh come on.. No freaking way that I'm not going to take my camera.. That is the FIRST venue where I read you can't take pictures... Yeah, they can climb a tree :') I'm taking my camera and there is nothing they can do about it.. They aren't to strict with that I think.
So..Yeah..as you MIGHT notice.. I'M GOING 8D I can't wait. --------------------
Sing it for the boys, sing it for the girls
Every time that you lose it sing it for the world Sing it from the heart, sing it 'til you're nuts Sing it out for the ones that'll hate your guts Sing it for the deaf, sing it for the blind Sing about everyone that you left behind Sing it for the world, sing it for the world 
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| madamimadam |
Oct 10th 2010, 1:51 PM
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What's the difference between 'spirits' and 'alcohol'?
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Oct 10th 2010, 2:10 PM
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Spirits = alcoholic beverages that have an alcohol content of at least 20%, for example schnapps, whiskey or brandy
There's a difference, because you're allowed to buy/drink beer, wine ("alcohol") at the age of 16, but you aren't allowed to buy/drink spirits until you're 18, because of the higher content of alcohol.  .This post has been edited by .Unperfect.: Oct 10th 2010, 2:12 PM -------------------- Adam Lambert <3
 
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Oct 10th 2010, 2:28 PM
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QUOTE(.Unperfect. @ Oct 10th 2010, 3:10 PM) Spirits = alcoholic beverages that have an alcohol content of at least 20%, for example schnapps, whiskey or brandy There's a difference, because you're allowed to buy/drink beer, wine ("alcohol") at the age of 16, but you aren't allowed to buy/drink spirits until you're 18, because of the higher content of alcohol. .Thanks for the explanation.... Still attending The School of Adam Lambert Continuing Education --------------------
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Oct 10th 2010, 2:50 PM
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We learn something new everyday
Still I love how they specifically say no hard drugs allowed. Lol, only in Holland! -------------------- 
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Oct 10th 2010, 2:57 PM
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QUOTE(Hand @ Oct 10th 2010, 3:50 PM) We learn something new everyday Still I love how they specifically say no hard drugs allowed. Lol, only in Holland! Are there 'soft' drugs? Just askin'.... --------------------
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Oct 10th 2010, 3:31 PM
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Soft drug = a drug that is considered relatively mild and not likely to cause addiction (i.e. marijuana, hashish, cannabis)
 This post has been edited by .Unperfect.: Oct 10th 2010, 5:23 PM -------------------- Adam Lambert <3
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Oct 10th 2010, 3:32 PM
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QUOTE(.Unperfect. @ Oct 10th 2010, 4:31 PM) Soft drug = a drug that is considered relatively mild and not likely to cause addiction (i.e. marijuana, hashish, cxannabis) So they allow THAT STUFF in? Oy! --------------------
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Oct 10th 2010, 3:47 PM
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No...that was just a definition of the term "soft drugs".
Actually, they don't allow drugs, but they tolerate them insofar you don't possess more than 5 grams. This post has been edited by .Unperfect.: Oct 11th 2010, 7:16 AM -------------------- Adam Lambert <3
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Oct 10th 2010, 3:57 PM
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yeah, so... does anyone know if there's any "coffeeshops" near of Paradiso?
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Oct 11th 2010, 12:11 PM
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QUOTE(Hand @ Oct 10th 2010, 10:57 PM) yeah, so... does anyone know if there's any "coffeeshops" near of Paradiso? jk Coffeeshops are kind of fascinating. First time I visited one I just couldn't believe they actually sell soft drugs like normal bars sells drinks. With stuff listed and everything. I must say I don't really like the sweet smell but maybe one could get used to it  -------------------- 
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Oct 11th 2010, 12:25 PM
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QUOTE(Hand @ Oct 10th 2010, 3:57 PM) yeah, so... does anyone know if there's any "coffeeshops" near of Paradiso? jk makes me wonder if someone will get their 'psychedelic experience' during the concert, like Adam at the Burning Man festival.  -------------------- 
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Oct 11th 2010, 2:09 PM
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Well you can imagine what that venue is going to smell like...Adam and company will probably get high on the fumes (if nothing else). I guess they might not mind if there are no cameras around at this concert.
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Oct 11th 2010, 2:13 PM
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QUOTE(ssuussaann @ Oct 11th 2010, 3:09 PM) Well you can imagine what that venue is going to smell like...Adam and company will probably get high on the fumes (if nothing else). I guess they might not mind if there are no cameras around at this concert. Come on now! You know better! There are NEVER cameras allowed at ANY venue... and yet....  --------------------
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Oct 11th 2010, 9:58 PM
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QUOTE(madamimadam @ Oct 10th 2010, 1:57 PM) Are there 'soft' drugs? Just askin'.... When I was there, a "coffee" shop wasnt' full of coffee  i couldn't believe it.Pot is totally legal there, so if they wanna Rock 'n' Roll nobody's gonna say anything  Relax peeps, i'm not encouraging drug use at all, i've never indulged... This post has been edited by islandgirljams: Oct 11th 2010, 9:59 PM --------------------  
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Oct 13th 2010, 12:45 AM
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Of course no one would say anything, but maybe the band wouldn't like to be seen in vids toking up...well there's always backstage.
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