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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Aug 28, 2020 17:53:42 GMT 1, I would say that Poptone and Chemical Brothers songs are connected thematically and one could read them as complementing each other. They are both about breaking boundaries, comforting your fears and standing up for yourself. (I m not eligible to participate in this lottery -I am new here-- so please Mr Met evaluate this answer after other members have given theirs)
Cheers for this. It's an excellent effort, covering an aspect I had not even considered.
You are but one post away from competition eligibility. Hope to see you taking part again in the future.
I would say that Poptone and Chemical Brothers songs are connected thematically and one could read them as complementing each other. They are both about breaking boundaries, comforting your fears and standing up for yourself. (I m not eligible to participate in this lottery -I am new here-- so please Mr Met evaluate this answer after other members have given theirs) Cheers for this. It's an excellent effort, covering an aspect I had not even considered. You are but one post away from competition eligibility. Hope to see you taking part again in the future. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by afreefilms on Aug 28, 2020 19:24:20 GMT 1, Congrats! The cookies are delightful.
Congrats! The cookies are delightful.
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Aug 28, 2020 20:22:14 GMT 1, The t-shirt is a picture of Soo Catwoman  
Congratulations for the second time, Schrödinger's Chat.
I had actually logged back in to offer a clue, after thinking the bonus question was potentially unfair.
This was one of those cases where, for anyone who recognised the iconic imagery, the question was easy. But if they didn't happen to have the relevant cultural reference points, there was no reasonable way for them to work out the correct answer.
You clearly fell within the former category and didn't need the clue, which was going to be as follows:
The person featured on the white t-shirt was part of a scene that immediately preceded the one from where Poptone got its name.
The t-shirt is a picture of Soo Catwoman Congratulations for the second time, Schrödinger's Chat. I had actually logged back in to offer a clue, after thinking the bonus question was potentially unfair. This was one of those cases where, for anyone who recognised the iconic imagery, the question was easy. But if they didn't happen to have the relevant cultural reference points, there was no reasonable way for them to work out the correct answer. You clearly fell within the former category and didn't need the clue, which was going to be as follows: The person featured on the white t-shirt was part of a scene that immediately preceded the one from where Poptone got its name. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by Schrödinger's Chat on Aug 28, 2020 21:04:25 GMT 1, Thanks Met, it took a bit of searching around to get some clearer shots of the t-shirt, but I was determined to get it.
Good fun, and please to finally win one of your quizzes,always enjoy taking part.
Thanks Met, it took a bit of searching around to get some clearer shots of the t-shirt, but I was determined to get it.
Good fun, and please to finally win one of your quizzes,always enjoy taking part.
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THE MET LOTTERY, by hnkpnk on Aug 28, 2020 23:14:36 GMT 1, The person featured on the white t-shirt was part of a scene that immediately preceded the one from where Poptone got its name.
Punk "scene" ok, but what scene do you mean Poptone got its name from?
Edit This isn't a quiz answer so I've corrected a few spelling mistakes.
The person featured on the white t-shirt was part of a scene that immediately preceded the one from where Poptone got its name. Soo Catwoman > Bromley Contingent > Sex Pistols > Johnny Rotten > John Lydon > Public Image Ltd > Poptones (song). Punk "scene" ok, but what scene do you mean Poptone got its name from? Edit This isn't a quiz answer so I've corrected a few spelling mistakes. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by hnkpnk on Aug 28, 2020 23:35:34 GMT 1,
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Aug 29, 2020 18:41:04 GMT 1, The person featured on the white t-shirt was part of a scene that immediately preceded the one from where Poptone got its name. Soo Catwoman > Bromley Contingent > Sex Pistols > Johnny Rotten > John Lydon > Public Image Ltd > Poptones (song). Punk "scene" ok, but what scene do you mean Poptone got its name from? Edit This isn't a quiz answer so I've corrected a few spelling mistakes.
A very fair question. It is probably the case that my reference to the "scene" (from where Poptone got its name) could have been better phrased given its ambiguity.
The intention was to make some kind of distinction between:
(i) the Sex Pistols era; and
(ii) the period following the break-up of the band and overdose of cartoon-junkie-punk, Sid Vicious.
That latter period was one of greater maturity and experimentation (perhaps also jadedness), during which multiple disparate and less-united music and cultural scenes arose. It was the dawn of new wave, no wave, post-punk, cold wave / dark wave / goth, and hardcore.
The person featured on the white t-shirt was part of a scene that immediately preceded the one from where Poptone got its name. Soo Catwoman > Bromley Contingent > Sex Pistols > Johnny Rotten > John Lydon > Public Image Ltd > Poptones (song). Punk "scene" ok, but what scene do you mean Poptone got its name from? Edit This isn't a quiz answer so I've corrected a few spelling mistakes.
A very fair question. It is probably the case that my reference to the "scene" (from where Poptone got its name) could have been better phrased given its ambiguity. The intention was to make some kind of distinction between: (i) the Sex Pistols era; and (ii) the period following the break-up of the band and overdose of cartoon-junkie-punk, Sid Vicious. That latter period was one of greater maturity and experimentation (perhaps also jadedness), during which multiple disparate and less-united music and cultural scenes arose. It was the dawn of new wave, no wave, post-punk, cold wave / dark wave / goth, and hardcore. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Aug 30, 2020 1:11:26 GMT 1,
Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence (1983)
- uploaded by SiouxsieBansheesVEVO
Madonna - Like A Virgin (1984)
- uploaded by Madonna
Fiona Apple - Across the Universe (1998)
- uploaded by Steve Mack [Best quality found, albeit with a minute of blank video at the end.]
Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You (2006)
- uploaded by Sophie Ellis-Bextor
The Breeders, with Tanya Donnelly - Happiness Is A Warm Gun (Live in Boston, 18 December 2013; from the Pod album released in 1990)
- uploaded by Jeff McRae [Sound quality is rough at first, but improves later.]
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At around 21:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member* to answer correctly, wins.
Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence (1983)- uploaded by SiouxsieBansheesVEVOMadonna - Like A Virgin (1984)- uploaded by MadonnaFiona Apple - Across the Universe (1998)- uploaded by Steve Mack [Best quality found, albeit with a minute of blank video at the end.]Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You (2006)- uploaded by Sophie Ellis-BextorThe Breeders, with Tanya Donnelly - Happiness Is A Warm Gun (Live in Boston, 18 December 2013; from the Pod album released in 1990)- uploaded by Jeff McRae [Sound quality is rough at first, but improves later.]________________ At around 21:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins.
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THE MET LOTTERY, by afreefilms on Aug 30, 2020 4:34:38 GMT 1, Wow 2 different lottery’s this week? You’ve out done yourself met
Wow 2 different lottery’s this week? You’ve out done yourself met |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 2, 2020 20:00:00 GMT 1, A. B. C.  D.   E.Margin Call (2011) - Senior Partners Emergency Meeting [HD 1080p] [9:48]- uploaded by ExtractorSam Rogers: And you're selling something that you know has no value.
John Tuld: We are selling to willing buyers at the current fair market price...________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins.
Slight curveball focusing on Part A:
The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Banksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Banksy apparently first came across it).
1. Post a copy of the source photo.
2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event.
3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]
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In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September.
A.B.C.D.E.Margin Call (2011) - Senior Partners Emergency Meeting [HD 1080p] [9:48]- uploaded by ExtractorSam Rogers: And you're selling something that you know has no value.
John Tuld: We are selling to willing buyers at the current fair market price...________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by Dive Jedi ⭐ on Sept 2, 2020 20:08:35 GMT 1, A.B.C.D.E.Margin Call (2011) - Senior Partners Emergency Meeting [HD 1080p] [9:48]- uploaded by ExtractorSam Rogers: And you're selling something that you know has no value.
John Tuld: We are selling to willing buyers at the current fair market price...________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September.
A.B.C.D.E.Margin Call (2011) - Senior Partners Emergency Meeting [HD 1080p] [9:48]- uploaded by ExtractorSam Rogers: And you're selling something that you know has no value.
John Tuld: We are selling to willing buyers at the current fair market price...________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September. Van Gogh’s Still Life: Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers goes to auction at Christie’s on 30 March 1987. The painting sold for £22,500,000, the record price for any artwork at the time of the sale |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 2, 2020 20:13:32 GMT 1, Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September. Van Gogh’s Still Life: Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers goes to auction at Christie’s on 30 March 1987. The painting sold for £22,500,000, the record price for any artwork at the time of the sale
Good effort, but correct responses are required to all questions.
I wish you best with future competitions, including the one this evening at 21:00 UK time.
Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September. Van Gogh’s Still Life: Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers goes to auction at Christie’s on 30 March 1987. The painting sold for £22,500,000, the record price for any artwork at the time of the sale Good effort, but correct responses are required to all questions. I wish you best with future competitions, including the one this evening at 21:00 UK time. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by Dive Jedi ⭐ on Sept 2, 2020 20:24:05 GMT 1, Van Gogh’s Still Life: Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers goes to auction at Christie’s on 30 March 1987. The painting sold for £22,500,000, the record price for any artwork at the time of the sale Good effort, but correct responses are required to all questions. I wish you best with future competitions, including the one this evening at 21:00 UK time.
Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas
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€342,763.66
Van Gogh’s Still Life: Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers goes to auction at Christie’s on 30 March 1987. The painting sold for £22,500,000, the record price for any artwork at the time of the sale Good effort, but correct responses are required to all questions. I wish you best with future competitions, including the one this evening at 21:00 UK time. Mane Katz Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas 1957 €342,763.66 |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by afreefilms on Sept 2, 2020 20:27:15 GMT 1, A.B.C.D.E.Margin Call (2011) - Senior Partners Emergency Meeting [HD 1080p] [9:48]- uploaded by ExtractorSam Rogers: And you're selling something that you know has no value.
John Tuld: We are selling to willing buyers at the current fair market price...________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September.
1. Figured everyone was gonna get this reference image from the forum haha
2.The picture of ‘Morons’ is depicting the historical moment when Van Gogh’s Sunflowers sold for a hammer price of 22,500,000 euros at Christies on March 30 1987. This set the new record for price of any work of art at an auction.
3. One of the artworks behind the auctioneer is
Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas by Mane Katz (1957) - 2nd to the left
A.B.C.D.E.Margin Call (2011) - Senior Partners Emergency Meeting [HD 1080p] [9:48]- uploaded by ExtractorSam Rogers: And you're selling something that you know has no value.
John Tuld: We are selling to willing buyers at the current fair market price...________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September. 1. Figured everyone was gonna get this reference image from the forum haha 2.The picture of ‘Morons’ is depicting the historical moment when Van Gogh’s Sunflowers sold for a hammer price of 22,500,000 euros at Christies on March 30 1987. This set the new record for price of any work of art at an auction. 3. One of the artworks behind the auctioneer is Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas by Mane Katz (1957) - 2nd to the left |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 2, 2020 20:32:44 GMT 1, Good effort, but correct responses are required to all questions. I wish you best with future competitions, including the one this evening at 21:00 UK time. Mane Katz Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas 1957 €342,763.66
At the risk of coming across as overly harsh, I'm afraid each member only gets one shot per competition to answer correctly, pursuant to Clause 2.1* of the rules.
[Kudos, however, for the correct answer.]
This competition remains open, with the Mané-Katz painting excluded from the possible answers. Other participants now have a choice of the three remaining paintings for their own answers.
Good effort, but correct responses are required to all questions. I wish you best with future competitions, including the one this evening at 21:00 UK time. Mane Katz Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas 1957 €342,763.66 At the risk of coming across as overly harsh, I'm afraid each member only gets one shot per competition to answer correctly, pursuant to Clause 2.1 * of the rules. [Kudos, however, for the correct answer.]This competition remains open, with the Mané-Katz painting excluded from the possible answers. Other participants now have a choice of the three remaining paintings for their own answers. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 2, 2020 20:38:29 GMT 1, Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September. 1. Figured everyone was gonna get this reference image from the forum haha 2.The picture of ‘Morons’ is depicting the historical moment when Van Gogh’s Sunflowers sold for a hammer price of 22,500,000 euros at Christies on March 30 1987. This set the new record for price of any work of art at an auction. 3. One of the artworks behind the auctioneer is Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas by Mane Katz (1957) - 2nd to the left
afreefilms - See my reply to Dive Jedi ⭐ above.
Since there was an unfortunately confusing cross-posting while I was drafting, I'll give you another attempt to identify one of the remaining three paintings and its artist.
Slight curveball focusing on Part A: The source image for the Morons print editions and large canvas by Ban ksy is a well-known photograph depicting a key moment in auction history. That image was also used at one point during the early 2000s in a magazine advertising campaign for a car (where Ban ksy apparently first came across it). 1. Post a copy of the source photo. 2. Briefly describe the event depicted in the image, including the relevant venue, date, and the significance of the event. 3. More difficult bit: To encourage some members to broaden their art horizons, identify the title and artist of at least one of the paintings hanging on the wall behind the auctioneer. [There are four paintings to choose from in the source photo.]________________ In case nobody correctly responds to all questions beforehand, the answers will be posted in four days — at around 20:00 UK time on Sunday 6 September. 1. Figured everyone was gonna get this reference image from the forum haha 2.The picture of ‘Morons’ is depicting the historical moment when Van Gogh’s Sunflowers sold for a hammer price of 22,500,000 euros at Christies on March 30 1987. This set the new record for price of any work of art at an auction. 3. One of the artworks behind the auctioneer is Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas by Mane Katz (1957) - 2nd to the left - See my reply to Dive Jedi ⭐ above. Since there was an unfortunately confusing cross-posting while I was drafting, I'll give you another attempt to identify one of the remaining three paintings and its artist. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 2, 2020 21:00:00 GMT 1, Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence (1983)- uploaded by SiouxsieBansheesVEVOMadonna - Like A Virgin (1984)- uploaded by MadonnaFiona Apple - Across the Universe (1998)- uploaded by Steve Mack [Best quality found, albeit with a minute of blank video at the end.]Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You (2006)- uploaded by Sophie Ellis-BextorThe Breeders, with Tanya Donnelly - Happiness Is A Warm Gun (Live in Boston, 18 December 2013; from the Pod album released in 1990)- uploaded by Jeff McRae [Sound quality is rough at first, but improves later.]________________ At around 21:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins.
Time for a Venn diagram. Circle A is song-related in its thematic coverage, while Circle B is video-related.
1. Draft clear, suitably-descriptive titles for both A and B.
2. For each of the above five songs/videos, state whether it fits into:
(i) A;
(ii) B; or
(iii) the intersection of A and B.
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In the unlikely event that nobody responds correctly beforehand, the answers will be posted in 24 hours — at around 21:00 UK time on Thursday 3 September.
Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence (1983)- uploaded by SiouxsieBansheesVEVOMadonna - Like A Virgin (1984)- uploaded by MadonnaFiona Apple - Across the Universe (1998)- uploaded by Steve Mack [Best quality found, albeit with a minute of blank video at the end.]Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You (2006)- uploaded by Sophie Ellis-BextorThe Breeders, with Tanya Donnelly - Happiness Is A Warm Gun (Live in Boston, 18 December 2013; from the Pod album released in 1990)- uploaded by Jeff McRae [Sound quality is rough at first, but improves later.]________________ At around 21:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Time for a Venn diagram. Circle A is song-related in its thematic coverage, while Circle B is video-related. 1. Draft clear, suitably-descriptive titles for both A and B. 2. For each of the above five songs/videos, state whether it fits into: (i) A; (ii) B; or (iii) the intersection of A and B. ________________ In the unlikely event that nobody responds correctly beforehand, the answers will be posted in 24 hours — at around 21:00 UK time on Thursday 3 September. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by Dive Jedi ⭐ on Sept 2, 2020 21:12:28 GMT 1, Mane Katz Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas 1957 €342,763.66 At the risk of coming across as overly harsh, I'm afraid each member only gets one shot per competition to answer correctly, pursuant to Clause 2.1 * of the rules. [Kudos, however, for the correct answer.]This competition remains open, with the Mané-Katz painting excluded from the possible answers. Other participants now have a choice of the three remaining paintings for their own answers.
I'll take kudos from met over cookies any day of the week.
I consider myself an expert on topic B. , so bring it on!
Mane Katz Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas 1957 €342,763.66 At the risk of coming across as overly harsh, I'm afraid each member only gets one shot per competition to answer correctly, pursuant to Clause 2.1 * of the rules. [Kudos, however, for the correct answer.]This competition remains open, with the Mané-Katz painting excluded from the possible answers. Other participants now have a choice of the three remaining paintings for their own answers. I'll take kudos from met over cookies any day of the week. I consider myself an expert on topic B. , so bring it on! |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by viz on Sept 2, 2020 22:33:19 GMT 1, Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence (1983)- uploaded by SiouxsieBansheesVEVOMadonna - Like A Virgin (1984)- uploaded by MadonnaFiona Apple - Across the Universe (1998)- uploaded by Steve Mack [Best quality found, albeit with a minute of blank video at the end.]Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You (2006)- uploaded by Sophie Ellis-BextorThe Breeders, with Tanya Donnelly - Happiness Is A Warm Gun (Live in Boston, 18 December 2013; from the Pod album released in 1990)- uploaded by Jeff McRae [Sound quality is rough at first, but improves later.]________________ At around 21:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Time for a Venn diagram. Circle A is song-related in its thematic coverage, while Circle B is video-related. 1. Draft clear, suitably-descriptive titles for both A and B. 2. For each of the above five songs/videos, state whether it fits into: (i) A; (ii) B; or (iii) the intersection of A and B. ________________ In the unlikely event that nobody responds correctly beforehand, the answers will be posted in 24 hours — at around 21:00 UK time on Thursday 3 September.
A: cover of a song by the Beatles
B: video location Venezia
Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence: A&B
Madonna - Like a virgin: B
Fiona Apple Across The Universe: A
Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You: B
The Breeders - Happiness is a Warm Gun: A
Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence (1983)- uploaded by SiouxsieBansheesVEVOMadonna - Like A Virgin (1984)- uploaded by MadonnaFiona Apple - Across the Universe (1998)- uploaded by Steve Mack [Best quality found, albeit with a minute of blank video at the end.]Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You (2006)- uploaded by Sophie Ellis-BextorThe Breeders, with Tanya Donnelly - Happiness Is A Warm Gun (Live in Boston, 18 December 2013; from the Pod album released in 1990)- uploaded by Jeff McRae [Sound quality is rough at first, but improves later.]________________ At around 21:00 UK time on Wednesday 2 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. Time for a Venn diagram. Circle A is song-related in its thematic coverage, while Circle B is video-related. 1. Draft clear, suitably-descriptive titles for both A and B. 2. For each of the above five songs/videos, state whether it fits into: (i) A; (ii) B; or (iii) the intersection of A and B. ________________ In the unlikely event that nobody responds correctly beforehand, the answers will be posted in 24 hours — at around 21:00 UK time on Thursday 3 September. A: cover of a song by the Beatles B: video location Venezia Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence: A&B Madonna - Like a virgin: B Fiona Apple Across The Universe: A Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You: B The Breeders - Happiness is a Warm Gun: A |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by viz on Sept 2, 2020 22:38:40 GMT 1, The one of Christie's auction is very challenging but too tough, spent quite some time on it but... unless one is pretty familiar with the works of those artists or does have the original auction catalogue, it looks nearly impossible to find the answer on the internet...
Here an interesting video of the sunflowers auctioning, where those painting can be seen in better detail along with some other ones not present on the famous photograph:
The one of Christie's auction is very challenging but too tough, spent quite some time on it but... unless one is pretty familiar with the works of those artists or does have the original auction catalogue, it looks nearly impossible to find the answer on the internet...
Here an interesting video of the sunflowers auctioning, where those painting can be seen in better detail along with some other ones not present on the famous photograph:
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 2, 2020 22:39:03 GMT 1, Time for a Venn diagram. Circle A is song-related in its thematic coverage, while Circle B is video-related. 1. Draft clear, suitably-descriptive titles for both A and B. 2. For each of the above five songs/videos, state whether it fits into: (i) A; (ii) B; or (iii) the intersection of A and B. ________________ In the unlikely event that nobody responds correctly beforehand, the answers will be posted in 24 hours — at around 21:00 UK time on Thursday 3 September. A: cover of a song by the Beatles B: video location Venezia Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence: A&B Madonna - Like a virgin: B Fiona Apple Across The Universe: A Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You: B The Breeders - Happiness is a Warm Gun: A
You win again, viz. Congratulations. More cookies heading your way.
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And how good is that Fiona Apple video? The combination of imagery and lyrics (especially the mantra, "Jai guru deva om") is arguably Banksy-level in juxtaposition.
Time for a Venn diagram. Circle A is song-related in its thematic coverage, while Circle B is video-related. 1. Draft clear, suitably-descriptive titles for both A and B. 2. For each of the above five songs/videos, state whether it fits into: (i) A; (ii) B; or (iii) the intersection of A and B. ________________ In the unlikely event that nobody responds correctly beforehand, the answers will be posted in 24 hours — at around 21:00 UK time on Thursday 3 September. A: cover of a song by the Beatles B: video location Venezia Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence: A&B Madonna - Like a virgin: B Fiona Apple Across The Universe: A Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You: B The Breeders - Happiness is a Warm Gun: A You win again, viz. Congratulations. More cookies heading your way. REFERENCE ANSWERSAnd how good is that Fiona Apple video? The combination of imagery and lyrics (especially the mantra, "Jai guru deva om") is arguably Ban ksy-level in juxtaposition. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by viz on Sept 2, 2020 22:44:42 GMT 1, A: cover of a song by the Beatles B: video location Venezia Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence: A&B Madonna - Like a virgin: B Fiona Apple Across The Universe: A Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You: B The Breeders - Happiness is a Warm Gun: A You win again, viz . Congratulations. More cookies heading your way. REFERENCE ANSWERSAnd how good is that Fiona Apple video? The combination of imagery and lyrics (especially the mantra, "Jai guru deva om") is arguably Ban ksy-level in juxtaposition. 
Totally agree on the Fiona Apple video!
A: cover of a song by the Beatles B: video location Venezia Siouxsie And The Banshees - Dear Prudence: A&B Madonna - Like a virgin: B Fiona Apple Across The Universe: A Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Catch You: B The Breeders - Happiness is a Warm Gun: A You win again, viz . Congratulations. More cookies heading your way. REFERENCE ANSWERSAnd how good is that Fiona Apple video? The combination of imagery and lyrics (especially the mantra, "Jai guru deva om") is arguably Ban ksy-level in juxtaposition. Thanks met! ...since I won very recently, if you agree, I'd like to offer the prize to Dive Jedi ⭐ for his correct answer on the difficult christie's auction quiz Totally agree on the Fiona Apple video! |
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met
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 2, 2020 23:05:09 GMT 1, Thanks met! ...since I won very recently, if you agree, I'd like to offer the prize to Dive Jedi ⭐ for his correct answer on the difficult christie's auction quiz Totally agree on the Fiona Apple video!
No worries. Every competition winner has the choice of having their prize shipped to either themselves or an onward giftee.
I've reached out to Dive Jedi ⭐ to pass on the message and get his details.
Thanks met! ...since I won very recently, if you agree, I'd like to offer the prize to Dive Jedi ⭐ for his correct answer on the difficult christie's auction quiz Totally agree on the Fiona Apple video! No worries. Every competition winner has the choice of having their prize shipped to either themselves or an onward giftee. I've reached out to Dive Jedi ⭐ to pass on the message and get his details. |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by afreefilms on Sept 2, 2020 23:25:52 GMT 1, 1. Figured everyone was gonna get this reference image from the forum haha 2.The picture of ‘Morons’ is depicting the historical moment when Van Gogh’s Sunflowers sold for a hammer price of 22,500,000 euros at Christies on March 30 1987. This set the new record for price of any work of art at an auction. 3. One of the artworks behind the auctioneer is Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas by Mane Katz (1957) - 2nd to the left - See my reply to Dive Jedi ⭐ above. Since there was an unfortunately confusing cross-posting while I was drafting, I'll give you another attempt to identify one of the remaining three paintings and its artist.
3. The painting directly behind the auctioneer is called La Folfe de St. Tropez (1948) by Charles Camoin
1. Figured everyone was gonna get this reference image from the forum haha 2.The picture of ‘Morons’ is depicting the historical moment when Van Gogh’s Sunflowers sold for a hammer price of 22,500,000 euros at Christies on March 30 1987. This set the new record for price of any work of art at an auction. 3. One of the artworks behind the auctioneer is Le Fete, Modern Expressionist Oil on Canvas by Mane Katz (1957) - 2nd to the left - See my reply to Dive Jedi ⭐ above. Since there was an unfortunately confusing cross-posting while I was drafting, I'll give you another attempt to identify one of the remaining three paintings and its artist. So people know I wasn't just copying off Dive Jedi, here's another response for #3. I'm just as confident in that answer as my 1st response 3. The painting directly behind the auctioneer is called La Folfe de St. Tropez (1948) by Charles Camoin |
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met
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 3, 2020 0:09:14 GMT 1, afreefilms - See my reply to Dive Jedi ⭐ above. Since there was an unfortunately confusing cross-posting while I was drafting, I'll give you another attempt to identify one of the remaining three paintings and its artist. So people know I wasn't just copying off Dive Jedi, here's another response for #3. I'm just as confident in that answer as my 1st response 3. The painting directly behind the auctioneer is called La Folfe de St. Tropez (1948) by Charles Camoin
Impressive work, afreefilms (and close enough with the artwork's title). Congratulations on winning.
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2. On 30 March 1987, Vincent van Gogh’s Still Life: Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers sold at Christie’s London for £22,500,000, setting the record price at the time for any work of art*. The auctioneer for the event was Charles Allsopp*.
3. Wall paintings from left to right:
Artist: Albert Lebourg*
Title: Steamers et Chalands dans le Port de Rouen; Effet de Soleil couchant (1907)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Artist: Emmanuel Mané-Katz*
Title: La Fête (1957)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Artist: Leopold Survage*
Title: La Cité (circa 1920)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Artist: Charles Camoin*
Title: La Golfe de St. Tropez (1948)
Medium: Oil on canvas
afreefilms - See my reply to Dive Jedi ⭐ above. Since there was an unfortunately confusing cross-posting while I was drafting, I'll give you another attempt to identify one of the remaining three paintings and its artist. So people know I wasn't just copying off Dive Jedi, here's another response for #3. I'm just as confident in that answer as my 1st response 3. The painting directly behind the auctioneer is called La Folfe de St. Tropez (1948) by Charles Camoin Impressive work, afreefilms (and close enough with the artwork's title). Congratulations on winning. REFERENCE ANSWERS1.2. On 30 March 1987, Vincent van Gogh’s Still Life: Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers sold at Christie’s London for £22,500,000, setting the record price at the time for any work of art *. The auctioneer for the event was Charles Allsopp *. 3. Wall paintings from left to right: Artist: Albert Lebourg*Title: Steamers et Chalands dans le Port de Rouen; Effet de Soleil couchant (1907) Medium: Oil on canvas Artist: Emmanuel Mané-Katz*Title: La Fête (1957) Medium: Oil on canvas Artist: Leopold Survage*Title: La Cité (circa 1920) Medium: Oil on canvas Artist: Charles Camoin*Title: La Golfe de St. Tropez (1948) Medium: Oil on canvas |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by Dive Jedi ⭐ on Sept 3, 2020 12:13:44 GMT 1, Thank you, viz .
Much appreciated.
I was actually planning to forward my prize to cosmic for providing the answer
right here on the forum. But that would look rather rude, so I gladly accepted met 's kind offer.
So instead I offer cosmic to send him/her our famous Dutch stroopwafels as a thank you.
Not to compete with Met's legendary cookies, but they are rather good as well.
PS :
This is why we have nice things.....
Thank you, viz . Much appreciated. I was actually planning to forward my prize to cosmic for providing the answer right here on the forum. But that would look rather rude, so I gladly accepted met 's kind offer. So instead I offer cosmic to send him/her our famous Dutch stroopwafels as a thank you. Not to compete with Met's legendary cookies, but they are rather good as well. PS : This is why we have nice things..... |
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 5, 2020 4:47:52 GMT 1,
A.
Joe Rogan | The Morality of CIA Assassins w/Annie Jacobsen [17:41]
- uploaded by JRE Clips on 17 May 2019
Annie Jacobsen is an American investigative journalist, author and 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist in history. Her latest book "Surprise, Kill, Vanish: The Secret History of CIA Paramilitary Armies, Operators, and Assassins" is available now.
Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1299 - Annie Jacobsen).
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Rogan Talks to Futurist About Tech Battle with China [12:13]
- uploaded by JRE Clips on 10 May 2019
Jamie Metzl is a technology futurist and geopolitical expert, novelist, entrepreneur, media commentator, and Senior Fellow of the Atlantic Council. His new book "Hacking Darwin" is available now at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. hackingdarwin.com/
Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1294 - Jamie Metzl).
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The Breeders - Safari (1992)
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Nadine Shah - Fool (2015)
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Cat Power - Cross Bones Style (1998)
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A.Joe Rogan | The Morality of CIA Assassins w/Annie Jacobsen [17:41]- uploaded by JRE Clips on 17 May 2019Annie Jacobsen is an American investigative journalist, author and 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist in history. Her latest book "Surprise, Kill, Vanish: The Secret History of CIA Paramilitary Armies, Operators, and Assassins" is available now.Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1299 - Annie Jacobsen). B.Rogan Talks to Futurist About Tech Battle with China [12:13]- uploaded by JRE Clips on 10 May 2019Jamie Metzl is a technology futurist and geopolitical expert, novelist, entrepreneur, media commentator, and Senior Fellow of the Atlantic Council. His new book "Hacking Darwin" is available now at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. hackingdarwin.com/Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1294 - Jamie Metzl). C.D.E.The Breeders - Safari (1992)- uploaded by The BreedersNadine Shah - Fool (2015)- uploaded by Nadine ShahCat Power - Cross Bones Style (1998)- uploaded by Matador Records________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 9 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins.
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THE MET LOTTERY, by met on Sept 9, 2020 20:00:00 GMT 1, A.Joe Rogan | The Morality of CIA Assassins w/Annie Jacobsen [17:41]- uploaded by JRE Clips on 17 May 2019Annie Jacobsen is an American investigative journalist, author and 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist in history. Her latest book "Surprise, Kill, Vanish: The Secret History of CIA Paramilitary Armies, Operators, and Assassins" is available now.Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1299 - Annie Jacobsen). B.Rogan Talks to Futurist About Tech Battle with China [12:13]- uploaded by JRE Clips on 10 May 2019Jamie Metzl is a technology futurist and geopolitical expert, novelist, entrepreneur, media commentator, and Senior Fellow of the Atlantic Council. His new book "Hacking Darwin" is available now at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. hackingdarwin.com/Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1294 - Jamie Metzl). C.D.E.The Breeders - Safari (1992)- uploaded by The BreedersNadine Shah - Fool (2015)- uploaded by Nadine ShahCat Power - Cross Bones Style (1998)- uploaded by Matador Records________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 9 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins.
QUESTIONS
1. Part A: Annie Jacobsen mentions that euphemisms have long been used by the CIA for its assassination programmes.
What was the name of the relevant tertia optio committee under President Eisenhower?
2. Part B: When describing his wariness of Huawei and, more generally, how big Chinese national companies are working to a very different model than large American companies, Jamie Metzl refers to a Chinese government rule.
What is that rule?
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3. Part E: Post three additional videos to illustrate the connection between the songs or videos in Part E.
3. Part E: The songs or videos in Part E have something in common. Post the missing three videos that serve to better illustrate this connection.
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This competition will remain open to all eligible members* until a winner emerges.
A.Joe Rogan | The Morality of CIA Assassins w/Annie Jacobsen [17:41]- uploaded by JRE Clips on 17 May 2019Annie Jacobsen is an American investigative journalist, author and 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist in history. Her latest book "Surprise, Kill, Vanish: The Secret History of CIA Paramilitary Armies, Operators, and Assassins" is available now.Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1299 - Annie Jacobsen). B.Rogan Talks to Futurist About Tech Battle with China [12:13]- uploaded by JRE Clips on 10 May 2019Jamie Metzl is a technology futurist and geopolitical expert, novelist, entrepreneur, media commentator, and Senior Fellow of the Atlantic Council. His new book "Hacking Darwin" is available now at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. hackingdarwin.com/Full podcast here (Joe Rogan Experience #1294 - Jamie Metzl). C.D.E.The Breeders - Safari (1992)- uploaded by The BreedersNadine Shah - Fool (2015)- uploaded by Nadine ShahCat Power - Cross Bones Style (1998)- uploaded by Matador Records________________ At around 20:00 UK time on Wednesday 9 September, I'll quote this post and add one or more questions or instructions. The first eligible member * to answer correctly, wins. 1. Part A: Annie Jacobsen mentions that euphemisms have long been used by the CIA for its assassination programmes. What was the name of the relevant tertia optio committee under President Eisenhower? 2. Part B: When describing his wariness of Huawei and, more generally, how big Chinese national companies are working to a very different model than large American companies, Jamie Metzl refers to a Chinese government rule. What is that rule? EDIT3. Part E: Post three additional videos to illustrate the connection between the songs or videos in Part E.3. Part E: The songs or videos in Part E have something in common. Post the missing three videos that serve to better illustrate this connection. ________________ This competition will remain open to all eligible members * until a winner emerges. |
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