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i would like to tell you directly from me that i did in fact use earplugs the other night.

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it is humiliating to admit that i use them on planes and every night while sleep.

the band and i have decided to keep all dates as scheduled.

The backlash to his use of earplugs was, in a word, silly.

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Im honestly surprised we didnt witness even more stars cramming little DayGlo-orange bits of foam into their ear canals.

Need to know what was said, exactly.

Honestly, it was kinda funny.

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The moral of the story is: Protect your ears!

Dont be afraid to look a little silly wearing earplugs at a show.

I promise, youll still be able to hear everything.

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Tinnitus is no joke.