How much does a Coral Reefer make?

MikeJW · Post by **MikeJW** » August 6, 2005 5:30 pm

Here's a topic, how much does a Coral Reefer make? I'm sure people like Utley, who have been with JB forever, make the most. Do they get paid per appearance or draw a yearly salary?

Jimmy must pay them well 'cause he's had very little turnover the last 15 years.

Sidew13 · Post by **Sidew13** » August 6, 2005 6:45 pm

Free Beer?!?!

No offence, but it doesn't matter. Please understand that this topic has come up before, and it ranks up there with why did Fingers leave. Best just to leave sleeping dogs alone.

MikeJW · Post by **MikeJW** » August 6, 2005 7:04 pm

Sorry, but I've been on this board for four years and I've never seen it brought up. It's certianly a worthwhile topic for discussion, plus, it's not like there's much going on right now.

Prthd119 · Post by **Prthd119** » August 6, 2005 7:11 pm

Hey Mike..It was on here, and not that long ago....

Joe's right...It brought up some things that ...well...it didn't end nicely..

Understand your question and your curiousity...but it really didn't go over well.....

SchoolGirlHeart · Post by **SchoolGirlHeart** » August 6, 2005 7:16 pm

It's kinda like, none of our business.....

How many of us would post how much we make..... Some, yeah, but not most of us....

Prthd119 · Post by **Prthd119** » August 6, 2005 7:18 pm

SchoolGirlHeart wrote:It's kinda like, none of our business.....

How many of us would post how much we make..... Some, yeah, but not most of us....

Thanks Jen..that's what I was trying to say....obviously I have not had enough coffee today....

MikeJW · Post by **MikeJW** » August 6, 2005 10:38 pm

Sorry, I missed the last thread. What was the conclusion? Does anyone know how or what they are paid?

They are public figures, we pay money to see them, I have no problem asking what they make. I'm not buying its none of our buisness.

Brown Eyed Girl · Post by **Brown Eyed Girl** » August 6, 2005 10:59 pm

Sooo Mike, I assume you have a job, what do YOU make? I personally think salary is between employee and employer, if you choose to advertise it that is your choice, but most folks don't.

We have Coral Reefers who read and post here at BN. I'd like them to still feel that they can do that and not have every aspect of their lives scrutinized. We enjoy their presence here and I'd hate to lose it over a topic such as this.

Or maybe you're just finagling for a job. I don't think there are any openings at the moment, but ya never know.

CatLover · Post by **CatLover** » August 6, 2005 11:00 pm

MikeJW wrote:They are public figures, we pay money to see them, I have no problem asking what they make. I'm not buying its none of our buisness.

I didn't elect them... They don't work for me! We pay money to see/hear them perform, not to contract them to work for us.

phinhead · Post by **phinhead** » August 7, 2005 12:26 am

So-when you hire an electrician to do some work for you, or a mechanic to fix your car, do you ask them how much they make per year? You pay them alot of money for their services too. I don't see how paying to see a performer and his band play, or purchasing their music, entitles you to know how much money they make per year. Just my not so humble opinion.
Phin

Prthd119 · Post by **Prthd119** » August 7, 2005 12:31 am

If y'all really have to see how this turned out before...here it is....

http://www.buffettnews.com/forum/viewto ... sc&start=0

sonofabeach · Post by **sonofabeach** » August 7, 2005 12:37 am

I don't see the big deal but did expect the big pile on. They're like celebrities anyway, well to us. Heck there are shows on tv about these things.
I guess it's okay to wonder or know what Jimmy makes but not his band?
Nothing wrong with being curious, especially if we pry into almost every other aspect of "the man's" life.
But then it's not like anybody would actually know.
That said, I'd do it for free

Brown Eyed Girl · Post by **Brown Eyed Girl** » August 7, 2005 12:54 am

They aren't public figures though...they are not elected officials who need to be accountable. They are entertainers, they have jobs just like you and I.

Phin, were you reading my mind? I almost posted the exact same thing.

Connie, thanks for digging up the thread.

sonofabeach · Post by **sonofabeach** » August 7, 2005 1:03 am

I suppose a conversation like this is more suited for when you're just shootin' the shiznit with your friends rather than online.

hawaiiboy · Post by **hawaiiboy** » August 7, 2005 1:16 am

Prthd119 wrote:If y'all really have to see how this turned out before...here it is....

http://www.buffettnews.com/forum/viewto ... sc&start=0

thanks for the link Connie
I missed this the last time around, that thread got
hijacked good

USMParrothead · Post by **USMParrothead** » August 7, 2005 1:32 am

Holy Cow!!!! I love this board and read it multiple times a day, but you guys really lost a lot of respect on this one. Why on Earth would you give this guy such a hard time for asking a very honest and "good" question. I don't believe he was asking for credit card numbers or social security #'s. Invasion of privacy????? perhaps none of our buisness, but since when has that stopped curiosity especially when it comes to the salary of the movie stars, sport stars and other celebrities that we love to give our hard earned money for the entertainment that they provide. Even if you had a problem with giving out a $$$$ amount, he clearly asked how they get paid (per show, per ticket sold, ect.) If you don't know the answer, then say so or don't respond at all, but why make the guy feel like he asked a taboo question. Why is it OK to read how much JB grossed in tour sales this year, and not wonder how much of that our favorite band got. We all know the talented musicians that make up the CRB, it was also stated that the turn over rate is incredibly low, how does JB do that?

I guess i kind of see myself as a stock holder in JB enterprises, sure i don't really "own" anything other than memories, but anytime i get the chance to make a new "investment", i jump at the opportunity.

And yes (at least in my eyes) the CRB are celebrities, not to JB's degree, but celebrities none the less. They happen to make up a large percentage of my favorite celebrities, how is wondering if they are taken care of taboo or an invasion of privacy. Just my 2 cents worth.

Brown Eyed Girl · Post by **Brown Eyed Girl** » August 7, 2005 1:44 am

USM, go back and read Mike's first sentence, he clearly asked how much they make.

I think we can all safely assume they are "taken care of", to use your words.

Truthfully I don't give a rat's ass what celebrities make, I'm not sure why people care.

I'd like to treat the CRB members who are also members here like everyone else...and I don't ask anyone else what they make. I just find the whole thing in poor taste.

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » August 7, 2005 1:45 am

Can't we all just share some cheese?

Brown Eyed Girl · Post by **Brown Eyed Girl** » August 7, 2005 1:46 am

buffettbride wrote:Can't we all just share some cheese?

Ooooh, what kind did ya bring?

Gulfbreeze · Post by **Gulfbreeze** » August 7, 2005 1:46 am

Here we go again...