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As some of you might already know, someone very important to the site is celebrating a huge birthday today. Today, May 13, 2009, marks the 18th birthday of site owner Hahninator (Mark)! In honor of your birthday, the staff wanted to take the time to wish you the happiest of birthdays. This is your day - enjoy it to the fullest and may it be everything you could ever hope for and more. And we hope that everyone will join us in wishing not only Hahninator a very Happy 18th Birthday, but also alexlp a Happy 22nd Birthday and Acodemaster a Happy 15th Birthday! Birthday wishes from the staff... Today is the day of our big friend, and site master, Mark (known as Hahninator). I remember when you posted on your first website about our b-day (mine is May 31). It was 2 years ago man, and after fucking 2 years we are still here, working together. Just want to say: You are a great guy and friend, and I'm very thankful for working with you. Enjoy your day, go and meet friends, drink, make this day epic for you. - Felipe _______________________________________________________________________ Mark, wow, 18 already. I remember thinking you were like 23, and then having you tell me, no, I am only 16. Happy Birthday, go out, do lots of fun things that you couldn't do at 17. Make the most of your college years to come. I know you are capable of great things, if LPLive is any indication of your dedication and perseverance. - Jen _______________________________________________________________________ It's hard to believe you're so young, considering all you've accomplished in the last few years. It wasn't long ago when I got an IM from some hyper-active kid wanting to know all about the shows I had. I still get IMs from some hyper-active kid wanting to know all about the shows I have, the difference being he now owns a very successful fan site dedicated to LP! Happy 18th, Mark! - Nick _______________________________________________________________________ Mark, thank you for all your hard work. If you will keep going this way, you'll achieve everything. And looking at the fact that you have already achieved all this at the age of 18, it seems like "everything" is not so far away. - LESTAT _______________________________________________________________________ Hey Mark, you finally made it! Congratulations! I don't really remember when we talked for the first time, but I guess it must have been somehow in 2006. It's awesome to work with you on this project and I'm proud to be a part of it. The passion and energy you put into it is amazing. I didn't get a newspost for my birthday in the last 2 years, so maybe it works out next year... ^^ I hope to see you in Europe this summer, for our kickass road trip. - [AndOne] _______________________________________________________________________ Mark HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY MAN!!!! Welcome to the club man haha. As hopping on the bandwagon, thank you for providing a site where everyone who loves LP can come and discuss everything LP related! It's been an honor to be a mod for the forums, and your dedication to this site is to be commended. Heres to today and future birthdays! Live it up tonight with 10 Years tonight man. See you up here in VA when PR rolls around again! - LPxDC (lilIverson09) _______________________________________________________________________ Hey, happy BDay! I'm not very good at wishes, so not gonna write a lot. I hope you will spend great time in Europe on LP shows! I'm very glad to be part of this great website! Thanks for giving me this awesome opportunity to work with all these great people in here - SergSlim ________________________________________________________________________ Well, my dear friend Mark, congratulations I'm very happy having a friend like you, there's no words to describe your friendship. Now go get drunk, get laid and thanks for let me be part of this great site. - Joe_LP

^^ Even if you submitted it first, you still need to post it in the correct forum (Got News?) or even in a related topic rather than an unrelated topic like he pointed out. If you have a further question, problem or concern with this, PM me. Now, let's please get back on topic.

Added the newly confirmed 16.08.2009 Macao, China show to the 2009 Show Page.

Straight from the LPU: The title of Linkin Park's new song is "New Divide." As most of you have heard, it is the theme song and lead single from the upcoming movie Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. The song will premiere on radio worldwide on May 18 and will also be available for download on iTunes that same day! In addition to writing the theme song for the movie, Linkin Park are contributing to the score of the movie. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen opens in the theaters on June 24 and the soundtrack hits stores on June 23. "The opportunity to be creatively involved with one of the most anticipated films of the summer is pretty exciting," says Mike Shinoda. "It's one thing to shoot a video that matches sound and vision, but making music that's built for the big screen is a completely different challenge and we ran with it. Be on the lookout for details regarding where you can catch the radio premiere, see the video and maybe even some surprises! Thanks to Adam, the LPU and LP management for getting this information released!

^^ No, it appears legit...Chris and Vicky's twitters are official and have been featured on news stories and such. A couple of days ago, Vicky sent a tweet to Chris letting him know "The Benningtons are now on Twitter." That said, I'm pretty positive this for once is legit.

^^ Right...you beat me to it...and even once you do get out of a contract, sometimes it's hard to just walk away clean-break from it...so much red tape and more. It'll be interesting to see what does end up happening at the end of those 2-3 years. As for this, I can understand SoB's frustrations, but as it was pointed out already, I'm sure Mike did what he could and not at the expense of himself. For them to get their album from Warner is a feat and I'm sure Mike helped with that in some shape, form or fashion. Ultimately, I think it just ended up being a series of unfortunate events for all parties involved.

*Semi-Off Topic* Additionally, the flaming is going to stop by everyone as well. Anything considered flaming or uncalled for is going to be set invisible or deleted...so be forewarned. If you don't want your post deleted, then don't post something offensive to begin with. There is more coming on this in the next day or so as well. *Now back on topic* Happy belated birthday Adam! Hope it was splendid!

Due to a whole bunch of arguing, personal insults and more in this thread and due to the fact that this has now passed, this thread is now going to be closed. Please think before you post in the future and do not attack each other. Voice your opinions and/or have meaningful debate and discussion without making it personal. If you have any problems with this or concerns, please PM me. Thanks.

Yep...it was quite a hysterical chat last night...they all are super nice and really interactive with everyone. If you've not taken a chance to drop in on one of the chats, you should. You won't regret it...unless you have to get up really early the next morning, lol....

Rather than start WWIII on this topic, bottom line is LP news is slow and therefore if something newsworthy comes up with a band related to LP, then it shall be posted as it has always been. Posting such news is not something new on this site and will continue to be so. This is the staff's decision and that's the bottom line. They'll be no more arguing over what is newsworthy and what is not and that shall end it. If you would like to discuss this issue further, then PM me over it. Keep it off the forum and quit trying to start a fight...and that goes for everyone - staff included. Now back to the original topic please...

Yeah, this has been a big deal on the news here...I didn't realize this was tied to LP though when it happened...this guy lives/this happened like 3 1/2 hours from where I live...kind of scary to think about and truly a shame....

EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22 April 1, 2009 April 22 is Earth Day and to celebrate MFR is offering 15% off all merchandise in our online store for the entire month. We are also giving away a Music for Relief bandanna with each purchase of $40 or more. Don't miss the Earth Day deals. Click here to get your MFR gear now. Source: www.musicforrelief.org

EARTH DAY EVENTS IN APRIL March 30, 2009 Check out the events page for some MFR volunteer opportunities in April. If you do not live in LA and would like to volunteer for some great Earth Day activities check out the resources below. GREEN APPLE MUSIC FESTIVAL ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY TREES Source: www.musicforrelief.org

^^ Alright, that's enough guys...back on topic...

EARTH HOUR - MARCH 28, 2009 March 25, 2009 Earth Hour - The First Global Vote for the Planet earth hour This Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 8:30 p.m., hundreds of millions of people in more than 1400 cities in 80 countries around the world will come together once again to make a bold statement of concern about climate change by turning off their lights for one hour - Earth Hour. Music for Relief is participating in Earth Hour, are you? Here in the U.S., Earth Hour sends a message that Americans care about this issue and stand with the rest of the world in seeking to find solutions to the escalating climate crisis. From melting glaciers to increasingly intense weather patterns, climate change is already impacting life on our planet. To alter the course of climate change, we must act now. Ger more information at EarthHourUS.org. Source: www.musicforrelief.org

VOLUNTEER ON EARTH DAY WITH THE GREEN APPLE MUSIC FESTIVAL March 23, 2009 Thanks to everyone who is signed up for the Music for Relief & Hollywood for Habitat for Humanity GREEN HOME BUILD. We can't wait to build with you on April 17th. All available spots for this even have been filled. To volunteer for other Green Apple Music Festival Events on Earth Day Weekend in NYC, Boston, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Austin, LA, San Francisco and Seattle click on the link below. GREEN APPLE MUSIC FESTIVAL- VOLUNTEER SIGN UP Source: www.musicforrelief.org

BEN FOLDS DONATES HIS PIANO TO BENEFIT AUSTRALIA BUSHFIRE VICTIMS March 19, 2009 That's right, the Piano donated by Ben Folds can be heard on the following tracks: "Mess" from "The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner" (Epic Records, 1999)-Ben Folds Five "Not The Same" from "Rocking The Suburbs" (Epic Records, 2001)-Ben Folds "Losing Lisa" from "Rocking The Suburbs" (Epic Records, 2001)-Ben Folds Not to mention the piano also went on tour with the band in support of "The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner" in 1999. It can be yours by placing your bid here. Also up for bids are one of a kind items from Linkin Park, Maroon 5, Incubus & Chicago! All proceeds benefit victims of the Australian Bushfires. Check out the entire auction here. Source: www.musicforrelief.org

GLXS TEE TO BENEFIT MFR March 17, 2009 GLXS T-Shirt From Mike Shinoda’s “Born” Art Show glxs T If you missed Mike Shinoda’s Glorious Excess “Born” art show we feel for you. The good news is you can still get this limited edition t-shirt from the show. These GLXS shirts sold out at the museum but Music for Relief is excited to offer a limited edition second run for online sales. Get yours here …till they’re gone, all proceeds benefit MFR. Source: www.musicforrelief.org

HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR RECOVERY IN HAITI AND ENTER TO WIN A TRIP TO VISIT LINKIN PARK IN THE STUDIO March 17, 2009 Floods in Haiti In 2008 four hurricanes hit Haiti causing severe flooding while the country was already in the midst of a food crisis. Music for Relief is helping the recovery effort in Haiti by raising funds for food, clean drinking water, and reforestation with the goal of enabling communities to be better prepared for future storms. Go to SocialVibe.com/musicforrelief and add SocialVibe to your MySpace, Facebook, blog, and any other online profiles you use. Every time someone views your page you will be earning donations for Music for Relief’s work in Haiti. The member who invites the most friends to join SocialVibe.com will win a trip to Los Angeles to hang out with members of Linkin Park in the studio as they record their newest album! Click here to check out the video of Phoenix from LP explaining the campaign and how to get started. Thank you for supporting Music for Relief and our aid to Haiti! Source: www.musicforrelief.org

SOUND RELIEF CONCERTS BENEFIT AUSTRALIAN WILDFIRE VICTIMS March 6, 2009 If you live in Australia please support the SOUND RELIEF concerts to benefit the Victorian Bushfire victims. THE MUSIC COMMUNITY UNITES FOR TWO VERY SPECIAL BENEFIT CONCERTS SATURDAY MARCH 14, 2009 Melbourne Cricket Ground & Sydney Cricket Ground The devastation of the current Victorian bushfires has left few unaffected. In response to our nation’s greatest ever natural disaster Australia’s music community have banded together for two stadium benefit concerts scheduled to run simultaneously in both Melbourne and Sydney on Saturday March 14, 2009 under the unified banner of SOUND RELIEF. For more information visit soundrelief.com Source: www.musicforrelief.org

THANK YOU LP UNDERGROUND MEMBERS FOR YOUR SUPPORT March 2, 2009 Thanks to the members of LPU for supporting Music for Relief's aid to victims of the Australian Bushfires. If you are a member of LPU and would like to support Music for Relief, you can purchase the Limited-Edition LP Minutes to Midnight Tee and 50% of all proceeds will go to our aid to victims of the Australian Bushfires. Learn more and join LPU at lpunderground.com Source: www.musicforrelief.org

AUSTRALIAN WILDFIRES - AUCTION TO BENEFIT THE VICTIMS February 19, 2009 There are four wildfires still burning in Southeastern Australia today, and the death toll has risen to 208 people. This Sunday will be a national day of mourning to honor the victims of the bushfires and recognize the efforts of emergency workers Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has declared. The fires have destroyed more than 1,800 homes and displaced about 7,000 people. Music for Relief is donating proceeds from our upcoming eBay auction to aid the recovery efforts in Victoria Australia following the devastating wildfires. The auction will go live on Tuesday Feb. 24th. Go to ebay.com/musicforrelief or click here to sign up for an email reminder about the auction. Source: www.musicforrelief.org

AUSTRALIAN BUSHFIRE UPDATE February 12, 2009 The fires that began on Feb 7th in the southern Australian state of Victoria have claimed the lives of 181 people and that number is likely to increase. Over 1.1 million acres have burned including 20 towns, some completely destroyed. Make a donation below to help victims recover and rebuild following the tragic loss of life and property in Victoria. DONATE TO AUSTRALIAN BUSHFIRE RELIEF In addition to making a donation here are other ways you can help: 1) Send an email to your friends, family, c-workers, and classmates and ask them to make a donation to Music for Relief for the Australian wildfire victims, be sure to link to Musicforrelief.org and include information about the situation in Australia. 2) Link to MusicforRelief.org from your website, blog, and all other online profiles. 3) Add Music for Relief as a friend on MySpace, MySpace.com/musicforrelief and join our cause on Facebook. 4) Go to eBay.com/musicforrelief and sign up for an email reminder about our next charity auction which will launch on Feb 24. Tell friends about the auction and place your bid, all proceeds from the auction will benefit victims of the wildfires in Australia. Source: www.musicforrelief.org