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Post subject: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2020 1:17 pm
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Could be the first of many...

https://techcrunch.com/2020/03/06/sxsw-cancelled/

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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled
Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2020 9:50 pm
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This cancellation was decided for safety reasons due to the SARS 2-CoV (CoVid-19) outbreak spreading on many countries across the globe (with China and Italy being the most affected).


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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled
Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2020 10:10 pm
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It seems like everything is being cancelled or rescheduled. My state of Rhode Island just declared a state of emergency. I think we only have like 3 or 4 cases here, though. At least the last time I checked the news.

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Posted: Tue Mar 10, 2020 12:53 am
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At least 84 cases of SARS 2-CoV were reported in Greece, with 4 being declared "orphan".

Authorities were forced to close many several schools in Athens and other major cities in an ultimate effort to stop the outbreak from spreading. Italy is totally locked down since yesterday afternoon.


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Posted: Tue Mar 10, 2020 11:50 am
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Some local music schools are trying to decide on a temporary shutdown.

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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled
Posted: Tue Mar 10, 2020 10:00 pm
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In Greece the toll has been increased with 89 reported cases and 2 persons suffering from severe pneumonia.

Meanwhile, government officials announced yesterday their intention to lock down the educational system for 2 weeks, with medical authorities urging citizens to stay in their homes and avoid public places during the outbreak.


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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled
Posted: Wed Mar 11, 2020 8:06 am
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In Greece the toll has been increased with 89 reported cases and 2 persons suffering from severe pneumonia.

Meanwhile, government officials announced yesterday their intention to lock down the educational system for 2 weeks, with medical authorities urging citizens to stay in their homes and avoid public places during the outbreak.


I received this note from a fellow musician in the U.K. :

" Apartment Living and Coronavirus

We live in our own detached building way out in the UK Staffordshire Countryside, UK. But many of you - including our Spanish family in Madrid live in Apartments. Spain is now in a state of panic as the infections rise dramatically every day! My advice to you, - wherever you are is: take this seriously! it is a killer! So if you live in an apartment here is the advice I've given my family:

Infection points are (gated residencies as in Spain), beware the handles on gates, beware the apartment doors, beware the elevators - floor buttons especially! Beware your mailbox as someone else may have leaned against it while checking theirs. Even beware your own external door as someone may have touched it.

Wash your hands (and wrists) before putting the kettle on no matter how desperate you are for a coffee. Keep all surfaces clean with antibacterial wipes or mixture.

Don't buy unwrapped food. The Spanish carry bread through the streets unwrapped - they like their fresh bakery. My advice is don't! When shopping beware the trolley handles, the fridge doors, the checkout buttons if you pay by card (I use contactless). If you use Public Toilets (bathrooms) and you've washed your hands - WHAT ABOUT THE DOOR HANDLE as you leave? Best to have some wipes with you or use your sleeve over your hand. Don't sneeze or cough without covering your mouth. You'll probably find that those around will react badly to you if you do!!

If you live in a tactile Country where people hug, embrace and kiss a lot it's time to put the lid on this now. You have to put your own hygiene and the well-being of others first. If you meet someone you really love wait until you are both showered before you do what comes naturally.

Stay safe. You may be young but it's an unpleasant illness for anyone, - and your lack of care may kill an older person, or someone with a greatly reduced immune system."

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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Wed Mar 11, 2020 12:29 pm
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Things to remember before you freak out about Coronavirus:

1. Coronavirus is a GROUP of viruses. COVID19 is the particular virus you are probably worried about. WHO's definition of the word Coronavirus: "Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans."

2. Remember to zoom OUT on statistics. The media feeds them to you in a way that will solicit your panic so that you will continue watching their news station. So far the global death toll on COVID19 is 4,000. Every single year 0.5% of the population or 40,000 people die of Influenza. Puts that 4,000 number right into perspective doesn't it?

3. Infectious viruses are typically not a threat to 99.5% of the worlds population. They CAN however be threatening to the elderly, to those who's immune systems have been compromised, and to those with SEVERE underlying health issues.

4. According to the CDC, WHO and many of the worlds most recognized and famous doctors, the best way to fight off these infectious viruses INCLUDING the flu is to eat tons of vitamins and minerals, eat well, drink fluids, exercising (which boosts the immune system BIG TIME), and limited your exposure to chemicals that break down the body's systems. (things like processed foods, harmful pesticides (buy organic), harmful cleaning chemicals, starch and sugar ALL break down your body's immune system).

5. Don't forget that the BIGGEST THREAT to a healthy immune system is cortisol or STRESS. So, the more you panic, the more susceptible you actually are.


*But if you sit in with a band or attend a jam or open mic night - bring your own mic*

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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Wed Mar 11, 2020 12:41 pm
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Miami Mike wrote:
4. According to the CDC, WHO and many of the worlds most recognized and famous doctors, the best way to fight off these infectious viruses INCLUDING the flu is to eat tons of vitamins and minerals, eat well, drink fluids, exercising (which boosts the immune system BIG TIME), and limited your exposure to chemicals that break down the body's systems. (things like processed foods, harmful pesticides (buy organic), harmful cleaning chemicals, starch and sugar ALL break down your body's immune system).

Some rather bold assumptions in there, but if they are famous doctors, they can't be wrong! :lol:

FWIW, supposedly eating or drinking too much sugar curbs immune system cells that attack bacteria. COVID-19 is a virus.


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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 4:13 am
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i'm wondering about buying tickets for summer concerts. about to pull the trigger on 3 in my area this year, but with things being the way they are, I don't want to have to deal with refunds or reschedules...the down side is if you wait to buy, and the event gets sold out you're sol. wanted to see tower of power, as well as leonid and friends...just have to figure out what to do.


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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 7:46 am
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Greek medical authorities reported the first death from the SARS 2-CoV outbreak this morning, increasing the confirmed cases toll to 99.


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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 12:13 pm
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Night clubs are now re-scheduling bands/performers to later dates in the year.

On a larger scale, The Who have postponed their UK/IRE tour due to coronavirus.

And others ---> https://news.sky.com/story/madonna-the- ... s-11948073

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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 12:55 pm
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All Broadway Musicals in Manhattan closing at 5pm today. Cue Billy Joel.



While Cuomo did not put a timeline on the shutdown, producers and theater owners in the industry organization the Broadway League said that performances would resume on the week of April 13, just after Easter Sunday. Those holding tickets for performances up to April 12 are advised to contact their point of purchase for refunds and exchanges.


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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 2:00 pm
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Now they've just cancelled high schools for the next 2-3 weeks around here.

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Post subject: Re: SXSW Cancelled due to COVID-19
Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 2:24 pm
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Everything is pretty much being canceled, postponed, or shut down.


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