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APR 16 08

Wikipedia - Dispelling myths

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I feel frustrated with Wikipedia because it's not always truth that's written there, just things that people have written. The reason it's frustrating is because people go to it as a reference and ask me interview questions based on what it says there. For example I am quoted as saying I refuse to be in men's magazines. This is just not true; I have already been in a number of them. What I have said and I'll say again is that I want to be known for my music more than for my body or what I do or don't wear. That desire is reflected in the way I am in photos.

There are other things that are not correct in there too. I think I will continue this dispelling of myths in one of my next up coming blogs! It feels like clearing up the facts is a good thing to talk about so I'll save it until next time.
Also, the subject of the ups and downs of how interactive the internet is worth touching on; I'm sure you all have your own thoughts on this? Submit them, it's interesting!
For example, it's so great that now everyone can make their opinion known, can make their own movies and release music without the use of a company but does it mean that now there are no experts? I'm reading some books about it at the moment. They support both sides of the argument. What's your opinion?
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1 year ago

Dunctt

 wrote...
Goodness me - bit touchy aren't we?? Cripes, if a slight error on Wikipedia is all that's wrong then I'd thank your lucky stars!! PS Is it true that you used to phone up the paperazzi to let them know where you were eating?? That was reported on the BBC - so I'd be more worried about these stories coz there's a couple of scarily true ones out there about you!! How long before these are on Wikipedia??


1 year ago

eden_attwood

 wrote...
hi my name is eden attwood in 13 live in Australia at ipswich and im your 2nd or 3rd cousin my dads name is stephen and his mums name is durell dean he was born in new Zealand ummmm don't no if u read these but i hope u do iv got an aunt and uncle who live in england and they have 3 boys only 2 i have met any way ummm i love ur music and so do my friends i thought id give u a bit of info if u want to look in to it probably don't but wanted you to no that im ur cousin and u i think ur amazing ur my role model and think it would be really neat to meet you one day so i guse thats all i had to write so bye for now owww wait i have a brother called mason we fight but i love him so good bye and hope you keep singing love ya


1 year ago

kaycee

 wrote...
Well, you know how they say, 'Buyer beware'? It's the same with any Wiki format(altho you're not buying anything). As a thinking individual, approach it with a bit of skepticism. If you're unsure about the content on any page, there's always the rest of the internet, or a library, to do a little sleuthing. You'll find out soon enough if it's right. And if it's not, and that bothers you, remember: anyone can edit Wikipedia! Go for it.


1 year ago

memo.jaimes

 wrote...
Hi!

Clap, clap, clap!!

Of course that's very appealing that an artist is also fortunate to have great looks... but what we really admire is how talent fills our heart and senses.

You have given us a little more hope in good, not complicated music and full of joy.

Thanks Natasha!!

Many of us are very found of making music or composig or playing... (or that's what we think)... not always as a career...

Of course that there are experts and scouts to look for new artists!

My country lacks of time and interest to aloud the growth of new music... most of radio stations are into News and politics, TV is into gossip and mindless soap operas, "bread and circus" someone said.

Common people are mostly worried about surviving everyday's new economic crisis.

Even though, I am very, very lucky to personaly meet incredible composers and musicians here, all of them dearest friends! I hope to learn a little from them.

You we're more brave than what we choose to be, and mad


1 year ago

americanfan

 wrote...
Thank you Natasha for having some dignity. I'm glad you have made it about the music and not sex, drugs, money, or popularity. I and others that enjoy your music can respect you so much more for taking a stand.

Also, I love your music. It's upbeat, positive, and anyone can listen to it. There are no extra worries about sex themes, drugs, vulgar language, etc. Keep it up!


1 year ago

clueless

 wrote...
correcting a typo. sorry i spelled ur name wrong natasha.


1 year ago

clueless

 wrote...
Natashe, I really like reading your blog! im so glad that you are keeping your music clean. You are one of the few singers who wants to be known only for your music and not what you wear{or don't wear}. you are one of the few singers that i can watch on TV and not have to be embarrassed because there are males in the house. Thank you so much for keeping your music clean and proving that singers can make the top 40 with clean music. keep up the good work and keep singing.


1 year ago

odonogal

 wrote...
i say don't listen to those idiots on Wiki, they suck! i never believe anything on there unless i need it for research. then i believe it!

maybe if there was a rumour about u bein a dancin monkey then yes i'd believe it. Nah onli jokin hun! teach those wiki ppl a lesson!


1 year ago

macrobody

 wrote...
Why worry about what they write about you? You are known for your music and you know that, the fact that you have a pretty smile just helps :) I can imagine it's annoying to hear things that ain't true but that's the way it is, even when all information was right they would still keep asking stupid questions ;)
Listen to the experts and take their advice to form your own opinion. Nobody can predict what will be a good song, the people will tell. That's the good thing about internet, everybody has hope on some success without the need of a company.


1 year ago

PRiiCEY

 wrote...
I Thought That Was WELL Harsh. I Think You Need To Email Them Personally.. Or Your Agent... To Clear Up The Facts 'I Want People To Recognize Me For My Music, Not My Body'


1 year ago

adamthepainter

 wrote...
Hi Natasha,

First let me say, I think your voice cuts through a mix like no other. I can only imagine how strong it must be live. Congrats!

Regarding your question about experts... in my opinion, an expert opinion is still only an opinion.

Ebert and Roeper might hate a movie that I love for example. The same way a record exec might hate a challenging melody that you love. Or in my world, a 'prestigious' gallery owner or movie exec might not work with a newer artist because he/she doesn't have an established patronage and a huge going rate.

The amount of value people place in an expert's opinion will vary.. and I believe the great music and art will most likely
get attention, at some point.

I don't know much about you, but from what I've heard you stand out musically above anything else. It's refreshing to hear that you're not caught up on image.

Bravo!


-Adam Harnett


1 year ago

Peter

 wrote...
It can be a curse to be blessed with beauty and another gift (what a nice oxymoron!). I think there are some women who share this problem.
But it's better that way than to be only a good looking or person or - in your case - only a brilliant singer. And it's definitely better than being completely untalented. So, no reason to worry, just to be happy!


1 year ago

Marta

 wrote...
wikipedia is very usefull, but i many a time meet there with gossip and lies ...
people make there their stories and it`s go around humanity. i thing there should be people who first check is it true and then write it !
luv.


1 year ago

Marimari

 wrote...
Love you!!!
Wikipedia help me a lot, but i can´t trust in everything!

I didn´t see you video yet. Where can I find it? Youtube? I´m gonna look for it;
Natashaaa...LOVE YOU, girl. And your music. I´m trying to get your DVD in NY but it´s difficult to find in Brazil....speaking in Brazil...any ideia abut to come here? PLEASEEEEE

lov uuu...always!
kisses and kisses
Mari


1 year ago

googs8

 wrote...
yeah i agree, n e one can set up a website nowadays. I think its like newspapers, just ignore it as long as the people who r important know the truth nothing more matters. I LOVE the new Pocket full of sunshine vid. n hope it isn't 2 long till i c u in a concert in the UK again. Luv Ya!


1 year ago

xLotte

 wrote...
It's too bad that you can't trust wikipedia, because everyone can say what they want there.

It's good that you clear up things here.

I'm waiting for your next blog!
love you x


1 year ago

kitaa

 wrote...
I think thats harsh, you should decide whats on there its about you! love u xx

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