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Tutta
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Tutta
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 Posted - 12/04/2017 : 21:54:45
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The Doors - Wild Child (1969)
The Doors - Ghost Song (1980)
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Tutta
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Posted - 12/04/2017 : 22:02:19
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The Story of Jim Morrison’s Too Early, Very Sad, Deeply Mysterious Death
Jim Morrison was clearly not in a good way when he headed off for Paris during the
mixing of the Doors‘ L.A. Woman album in early 1971. But for a time, those close to
him held out hope that he’d be able to sort through his personal issues and find his
way back to a state of physical, emotional, and creative well-being.
Those hopes were dashed on July 3, 1971, when the singer’s body was discovered by his girlfriend
Pamela Courson in the bathtub of the apartment they shared.
Morrison’s life had become increasingly clouded by controversy during the years
leading up to his move to Paris, and that sadly remained the case even after his
passing. Shortly after the news broke, Morrison’s death fell under a persistent shadow
of suspicion, with fans and friends calling into question everything from the official
cause (a naggingly non-specific “heart failure”) to the events that allegedly transpired
during the hours leading to his demise.
In fact, the Doors frontman’s death would eventually become as exhaustively investigated
as his life, with entire books devoted to his final days and dozens of rumors —
many of them unfounded — purporting to offer the “real story” of how he died
(or, according to others, managed to fake his death and live in seclusion for decades).
Given Morrison’s public image and private proclivities, it’s always seemed safe to
assume that drugs were involved in his death, and more than one person has stepped
forward over the years to claim that he was killed by a bad batch of heroin supplied by
notorious dealer Jean de Breteuil — a death that was then allegedly covered up by a
pair of lower-level dealers who are accused of smuggling Morrison’s body into the
apartment. While this theory is the basis of a book penned by one of Morrison’s self
-described friends — and has been more or less given credence by singer Marianne Faithfull
— it remains unconfirmed.
What’s indisputable is that after July 3, 1971, Jim Morrison was gone, and one of
rock’s more turbulent and unpredictable careers ended with his departure. In another
sense, however, Morrison’s star has only continued to rise over the following decades.
Although the Doors ceased to record shortly after his death, the band’s music
continues to sell well, and has served as the basis for scores of books, films,
compilations, and spinoff projects. Even in death, the Lizard King lives on.
Meet the Members of Rock’s Tragic ’27 Club’
Rock's Tragic '27 Club' - You Think You Know Classic Rock?
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Posted - 13/04/2017 : 16:08:09
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THE DOORS - You're Lost Little Girl (1967)
The Doors - Hello I love You (1968)
The Doors - "Hello, I Love You" (Jim Morrison, Vanda & Alex)
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Posted - 15/04/2017 : 11:49:21
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The Doors - Cars Hiss By My Window (1971)
The Doors - Roadhouse Blues, BEST version (live in N.Y. 1970) [music video]
The Doors - Light my Fire (Best Live Version!)
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Posted - 24/04/2017 : 11:19:00
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Sex and Drugs in Amsterdam
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While we all know that Amsterdam is a beautiful city filled with historic buildings and an
abundance of culture, the majority of tourists that flock there go for the sex, drugs and infamous
Red Light District.
Prostitution
I always knew that the Dutch were a liberal, easy going nation but I was surprised to see just how
laid back they are towards prostitution. I found it quite upsetting to see women standing in their
windows in their underwear, trying to catch the eye of any man walking past and beckoning
them into their room.
Maybe it was just me (or that fact that it was only 10am) but most of the women looked sad and
lonely as they stared out of the window like a porcelain doll.
We had a tour guide who led us past the windows as though we were walking through a market.
It felt so strange that there were so many other tourists doing the same, like we were all window
shopping for something we would never buy.
The guide sensed my sad disapproval and said: “Many people feel sorry for the poor girls
but you shouldn’t. These are clever business women and they make a lot of money.”
He constantly called them ‘the girls’ which made me laugh because he said they range from the
age of 16 to 70. Yes 70. Urgh, cue horrified shudder. He seemed to be quite impressed by the 70
year old prostitute but I wasn’t quite so enthusiastic.
While I’m sure that some of the women have chosen to be there thanks to the prospects the
money can provide, I can’t help but wonder if it’s because this is their only option to earn that
amount of money? I’m no prude but I just can’t imagine anyone choosing to make a living that way.
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So how much to prostitutes in Amsterdam earn?
The girls rent the rooms for one shift (usually 8-10 hours) for between €60-€180, depending on
the location of the window. They then charge €50 for their, ahem, services. A recent survey by
students who live in the area found that the average client would be in the room for 7 minutes,
meaning the girls average €50 for 7 minutes work. I’m no mathematician but even I can see
that’s not a bad wage.
Facts about prostitution in Amsterdam
Prostitution was first legalised in 1417 and was so popular because of all the sailors passing
through. One of the first rules written on paper was that prostitutes could not perform their
services in grave yards.
Prostitution is monitored to help protect the women and put a stop to pimps
(who take all the money) and sex trafficking.
There are currently 290 windows in Amsterdam where the girls work. There are plans to reduce
this back down to 200 to make it easier to monitor and keep it within the Red Light District.
The police are actively involved in protecting the ladies who all have panic buttons. The buttons
are most commonly pressed when men refuse to pay which apparently happens most when men
have had a few too many bevvies and don’t manage to get their money’s worth…if you know what I mean…
The women start working early but finish at 4am because it’s more effort than it’s worth at this
time of night. See the point above.
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According to our guide, this brothel was recently closed down because the owners were found to
be involved with money laundering and sex trafficking. The brothel was also next door to a kid’s
nursery! When it was closed down it was given to students as a space to display their art.
Prostitute Information Centre
The Prostitute Information Centre, or the PIC for short, was opened in 1994 to give more
information about prostitution in Amsterdam and help protect and defend female sex workers.
This is a place where women tell their stories and gives people the opportunity to stand in the
window and see what it’s like. The PIC was closed when I was there but I really wish I’d had
the chance to go in.
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Drugs
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OLDIES FOREVER / MUSIC / CARS / MOVIES & Chicas!
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