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TJL · 05-06-2005, 08:28 PM

Starbucks puts lid on Springsteen CD, cites lyrics

By Sue Zeidler

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Starbucks Corp., a growing force in the music scene, on Thursday said it chose to keep Bruce Springsteen's new chart-topping album, "Devils & Dust," off the menu at its coffee shops, partly because of concerns about its explicit lyrics.

The album is the first CD ever by Springsteen to get an advisory label because of the steamy lyrics on the single "Reno," which includes a description of anal sex and an encounter with a prostitute.

Ken Lombard, president of Starbucks Entertainment for the Seattle-based operator of 4,400 North American coffee houses, stressed the decision was mostly due to other considerations, including plans to stock other upcoming CDs, but said content was a concern.

"There were a number of factors involved. It (the lyrics) was one of the factors, but not the only reason," Lombard told Reuters.

He said Starbucks' two Hear Music stores in Santa Monica and Berkeley, California were selling "Devils & Dust," even though the CD would not be stocked in coffee shops.

Newsweek this week reported Starbucks retreated from a deal with Springsteen's label, Sony BMG's Columbia Records, to distribute the CD in thousands of its stores.

"While we agreed the lyrics to 'Reno' did warrant an advisory, our decision to choose another title to showcase was ultimately an issue of scheduling," said Lombard, noting the Springsteen release conflicted with Starbucks' plan to showcase a CD this month by female rockers Antigone Rising.

Lombard said Sony brought the album's advisory sticker to the attention of Starbucks.

"We have great respect for Bruce Springsteen and for Sony. We're confident that we'll all have the opportunity to work together in the future," Lombard said.

A spokesman for Sony BMG, a joint venture of Sony Corp. and Bertelsmann AG, said the company was pleased Starbucks was carrying the album in its two California specialty stores.

Seattle-based Starbucks made its mark in music sales this past year by accounting for 25 percent of the nearly 3 million units sold of the late Ray Charles' "Genius Loves Company."

Other artists, like jazz singer Madeleine Peyroux, have seen a boost in sales from Starbucks.

Springsteen's new album sold 222,000 copies in the week that ended Sunday, May 1, making it the artist's second album in a row to debut at No. 1 on the sales charts, according to music retailer tracker Nielsen SoundScan.

Reuters/VNU

I'll have a decaf grande nonfat no-whip mocha and that album full of sodomy songs please..

Janice · 05-06-2005, 08:33 PM

I didn't even know that Starbucks had music on their menu. I'm so out of touch.

TJL · 05-06-2005, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

I didn't even know that Starbucks had music on their menu. I'm so out of touch.

You really need to get out more often Janice.

Janice · 05-06-2005, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by TJL

You really need to get out more often Janice.

The ironic thing is that I live within walking distance to a Starbucks. Their coffee is too strong for me. I'd have to be pulled from the ceiling by my ankles.

TJL · 05-06-2005, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

The ironic thing is that I live within walking distance to a Starbucks. Their coffee is too strong for me. I'd have to be pulled from the ceiling by my ankles.

I can go in any direction from my apartment and hit a Starbucks within one block.

ABlairican Pie · 05-07-2005, 01:46 AM

Starbuck's has to remember that Bruce Springsteen is a songwriter and sometimes songwriters don't write about the most savory subjects. He is an artist, not just someone who caters to the coffeehouse crowd.

TJL · 05-07-2005, 05:03 AM

Considering that Starbucks has totally overrun my city, which to me is an offense in itself, all of a sudden, they're so high and mighty about what albums they sell in their shops?

Superstar · 05-07-2005, 08:10 AM

I've only been to a Starbucks twice I think

Sharop · 05-07-2005, 08:53 AM

My Dad's been to Starbucks and, while he likes the coffee, he says they make it far too hot. (Maybe it's just in England that they do that, though) But, according to him, it takes ages to become cool enough to drink.

TripperFan · 05-07-2005, 09:21 AM

Glad I'm a Tim Horton's addict and wouldn't step foot in a Starbucks if you dragged me there.

Besides, what's wrong with a little anal sex with your caffe-laitte?

Dean Winchester · 05-07-2005, 02:22 PM

lol, the title of the thread sounded like a coffee slinger at Starbucks hates Bruce Springsteen and refused to serve him

Kay Scarpetta · 05-07-2005, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BuffySlayer79

lol, the title of the thread sounded like a coffee slinger at Starbucks hates Bruce Springsteen and refused to serve him

that's what I thought

Penny Lane · 05-07-2005, 09:17 PM

I don't even know where there is a Starbucks! Maybe Detroit, which is 50 miles south of where I live!

Penny Lane · 05-07-2005, 09:19 PM

Isn't Bruce getting a little too old for this stuff?

Grow up Man!

Hollow · 05-07-2005, 10:12 PM

i am thoroughly confused. can someone please explain how and why starbucks menus have cd's on them.

05-06-2005, 08:28 PM	#1
TJL Suburbanite Extrordinaire Forum Star Join Date: Dec 29, 2001 Location: New Jersey - the cradle of civilization Posts: 16,588	Springsteen Not Served At Starbucks! Starbucks puts lid on Springsteen CD, cites lyrics By Sue Zeidler LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Starbucks Corp., a growing force in the music scene, on Thursday said it chose to keep Bruce Springsteen's new chart-topping album, "Devils & Dust," off the menu at its coffee shops, partly because of concerns about its explicit lyrics. The album is the first CD ever by Springsteen to get an advisory label because of the steamy lyrics on the single "Reno," which includes a description of anal sex and an encounter with a prostitute. Ken Lombard, president of Starbucks Entertainment for the Seattle-based operator of 4,400 North American coffee houses, stressed the decision was mostly due to other considerations, including plans to stock other upcoming CDs, but said content was a concern. "There were a number of factors involved. It (the lyrics) was one of the factors, but not the only reason," Lombard told Reuters. He said Starbucks' two Hear Music stores in Santa Monica and Berkeley, California were selling "Devils & Dust," even though the CD would not be stocked in coffee shops. Newsweek this week reported Starbucks retreated from a deal with Springsteen's label, Sony BMG's Columbia Records, to distribute the CD in thousands of its stores. "While we agreed the lyrics to 'Reno' did warrant an advisory, our decision to choose another title to showcase was ultimately an issue of scheduling," said Lombard, noting the Springsteen release conflicted with Starbucks' plan to showcase a CD this month by female rockers Antigone Rising. Lombard said Sony brought the album's advisory sticker to the attention of Starbucks. "We have great respect for Bruce Springsteen and for Sony. We're confident that we'll all have the opportunity to work together in the future," Lombard said. A spokesman for Sony BMG, a joint venture of Sony Corp. and Bertelsmann AG, said the company was pleased Starbucks was carrying the album in its two California specialty stores. Seattle-based Starbucks made its mark in music sales this past year by accounting for 25 percent of the nearly 3 million units sold of the late Ray Charles' "Genius Loves Company." Other artists, like jazz singer Madeleine Peyroux, have seen a boost in sales from Starbucks. Springsteen's new album sold 222,000 copies in the week that ended Sunday, May 1, making it the artist's second album in a row to debut at No. 1 on the sales charts, according to music retailer tracker Nielsen SoundScan. Reuters/VNU I'll have a decaf grande nonfat no-whip mocha and that album full of sodomy songs please..
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05-07-2005, 08:53 AM	#9
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05-07-2005, 09:17 PM	#13
Penny Lane Butter Pie Forum Icon Join Date: Jul 03, 2001 Location: Beneath the blue suburban skies Posts: 51,269	I don't even know where there is a Starbucks! Maybe Detroit, which is 50 miles south of where I live!
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05-06-2005, 08:33 PM	#2
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	I didn't even know that Starbucks had music on their menu. I'm so out of touch.

05-07-2005, 05:03 AM	#7
TJL Suburbanite Extrordinaire Forum Star Join Date: Dec 29, 2001 Location: New Jersey - the cradle of civilization Posts: 16,588	Considering that Starbucks has totally overrun my city, which to me is an offense in itself, all of a sudden, they're so high and mighty about what albums they sell in their shops?

05-07-2005, 08:10 AM	#8
Superstar Member Forum Icon Join Date: Dec 08, 2003 Posts: 63,316	I've only been to a Starbucks twice I think

05-07-2005, 02:22 PM	#11
Dean Winchester Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 14,803	lol, the title of the thread sounded like a coffee slinger at Starbucks hates Bruce Springsteen and refused to serve him

05-07-2005, 09:19 PM	#14
Penny Lane Butter Pie Forum Icon Join Date: Jul 03, 2001 Location: Beneath the blue suburban skies Posts: 51,269	Isn't Bruce getting a little too old for this stuff? Grow up Man!

05-07-2005, 10:12 PM	#15
Hollow Member Forum Superstar Join Date: Dec 16, 2001 Posts: 30,406	i am thoroughly confused. can someone please explain how and why starbucks menus have cd's on them.