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Post by sizzling63 on Aug 19, 2019 12:33:00 GMT -5
Just reveling in all the videos and accolades from all types of fans. And just to add a bit to yesterday's thread: There are plenty of Adam's own songs that are full of big-voice glory and luscious loveliness. It's not just Queen songs that show off his voice in many ways. It's his own music as well.I have loved many of his own songs throughout his solo tours. He doesn't have thirty years in a major band to give him a cred cushion. Queen's songs were not all hits by any stretch. They have plenty of hits, to be sure, but they worked and struggled along the way. I think Adam has plenty of great solo music ahead of him. And I think Velvet's best stuff is yet to be heard. Agree with this. The beauty of Adam is that he's not just a great voice, there is so much more to love about him. For me it's the personality and character almost as much as the voice. He has so many different talents, there is plenty to keep me engaged and busy. And I loved the majority of his last 3 albums, so I'm not worried about liking Velvet, even though NE and CIH didn't really excite me too much ( with exception of the acoustic NE, just wow!). I also wouldn't be surprised if there's an acting gig in his future. So much to get excited about, IMO. I'm definitely not going anywhere...and I'll be doing my part to support Velvet. Thanks for everybody's input in this discussion; I love hearing what keeps fans engaged with our singerman...everybody has different facets of Adam that they support. Lucky for us, he's definitely no one-trick pony lol. I enjoyed reading both your comments, girldrummer and svca . We love the man, even though we all have our own preferences and thoughts. To add, acoustic NE gives me the same kind of "goosies" that others might feel when Adam performs glory note filled WWTLF or TMGO. I really do like the many colors and nuances in his voice and performance styles, and his TOH tour gave me all those things - for me it was filled with countless Adam treasures. They might not all be hits, just like Queen hasn't had all hits, but I think that Adam has accumulated a very strong song catalogue over the past 10 years. And there is more to come!!
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Post by skaschep on Aug 19, 2019 14:16:22 GMT -5
www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3Es9SswFugwww.youtube.com/watch?v=XEGCZd2DKcEETA: Unff. I don't know about you guys, but that last video is amazing! Just got a full blown skin orgasm from that transition from Chokehold to Sleepwalker. This medley really was everything. Are we really denying Adam this by not wanting his solo music (or some of you at least)? Queen will end you know and his solo career could very well end as well if he isn't at least mildly successful with this project. There wouldn't be another Believe if it did. You would never hear his voice again live. Of course that's apocalyptic thinking, but it is a possibility that if he isn't successful solo and Queen ends he won't have a career anymore. What should he do? Go sing in one of the many tribute bands of Queen. He will never do that. Continue to be only the guy who sang with Queen, but didn't achieve something on his own? I'm playing a bit of devils advocate here. Of course he is already successful and his solo career won't just end, but what if Velvet doesn't go anywhere? He wouldn't be able to tour like he wants. He said he is the most happy when performing his own music. His own creations. Queen is great and it saved him (like he saved Queen), but these are his babies we're talking about. Especially the songs that are coming up right now and were released this year. He worked on all of them. It's his creative vision. If you really love the man there is no option then to support that right? Even though they might not really be your cup of tea.
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Post by bamafan on Aug 19, 2019 14:35:06 GMT -5
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Post by svca on Aug 19, 2019 14:45:46 GMT -5
I didn't really see anybody saying they didn't want him doing solo music, Skaschep...did I miss a post?
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Post by skaschep on Aug 19, 2019 14:46:01 GMT -5
Review! Glide Magazine @glidemag With the help of @adamlambert, members of @queenwillrock recently showed Nashville they have not lost their penchant of bringing a non-stop, over-the-top musical affair. REVIEW: glidemagazine.com/230634/dont-stop-queen-now-queen-and-adam-lambert-rock-nashville-show-review-photos/DON’T STOP QUEEN NOW! – QUEEN AND ADAM LAMBERT ROCK NASHVILLE (SHOW REVIEW/PHOTOS)“Let me welcome you ladies and gentlemen, I would like to say hello. Are you ready for some entertainment? Are you ready for a show?” These words, most familiar to die-hard Queen fans, as the lyrics that Freddie Mercury used to introduce “Let Me Entertain You” from the band’s album Jazz and as a live staple for several years – must still ring in the back of Brian May’s and Roger Taylor’s heads as they plot to hit the stage each night. Why? Because they have not lost their penchant of bringing a non-stop, over-the-top musical affair – filled with pomp, glam and good old-fashioned rock and roll. And, for the latest installment of Queen’s ongoing reign over the music world, the band’s Rhapsody Tour, finds the sensational Adam Lambert once-again taking on the challenge of being the band’s frontman. With fellow musicians Spike Edney (keys/Queen alum), Neil Fairclough (bass) and Nashville native Tyler Warren (percussion) – they appeared to take it in stride and rock Music City at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN on August 15. Upon entering the arena, the audience was met with a vast stage, with an immense LED screen/curtain that displayed gilded images of May’s guitar, Taylor’s drum kit, a bass guitar z presumably in honor of John Deacon and of course the microphone of the late Mr. Mercury. Amidst the instruments, a great deal of Queen related images filled the collage – including a portrait of Frank, the giant, silver robot on the cover of News of the World and even a 3-D photograph viewing owl. As the arena filled with the band’s fans, an ominous instrumental -track played through the PA system. As the minutes passed by, anticipation for the band’s entrance was palpable. Finally, the light’s dimmed and the title track to the band’s last studio album with Mercury, Innuendo, was pumped through the PA as multi-color spotlights were shot up and over the screen. Then the screen raised high, the show had begun, and this clearly delighted the audience. Mid-set, the audience was treated to the whimsy “In The Lap Of The Gods (Revisited)”, followed by Roger Taylor expertly taking over on lead vocals – all while staying behind his kit for his for ode to the automobile with “I’m in Love With My Car”. A flurry of vintage photos, videos along with visual effects on the giant LED screen were projected behind Taylor as he and the band played through this thunderous rocker. Lambert continued to glam it up, by appearing on the catwalk, straddling a white Harley Davidson motorcycle and wearing an all-black get-up for “Bicycle Race”. “Another One Bites the Dust”, another staple from Queen’s live shows, slayed before the band tore into the rockin’ “I Want it All.” The show took a slight turn, as Brian May passed his guitar off and walked down to end of the catwalk by himself. He was then handed an acoustic guitar. Brian graciously addressed the crowd and said, “I’m going to stop being a guitar hero for a bit. You want to help me with this next one? If not, it’s going to be shit.” May caressed the strings of his guitar and sang “Love of My Life” towards the end of the song, while still strumming away, May noted that they were going to “Try a little bit of magic here.” Video of Freddie from the Magic Tour, appeared superimposed with May on the video screens. The audience cheered as Freddie sang the last verse and chorus – which must have been incredibly surreal for May. Then, almost all of the lighting faded, and May was left alone with his acoustic in a single spotlight for “’39.” Roger Taylor joined May as he plucked the opening notes of the deep track, “Doing Alright” – which has found new life, thanks to the newly recorded version found on the Bohemian Rhapsody movie soundtrack. Taylor took the first verse before then being joined by Lambert who seamlessly took over from there. Lambert, with his third wardrobe change, channeled Elvis Presley in his sequined striped shirt, red pants and cowboy boots. Adding a southern drawl, he worked in a little hip-shaking before May struck the opening chords to “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”. The trio were all smiles by the end. Taylor then jammed a tiny bit, before breaking in to the intro to “Under Pressure”. Taylor & Lambert shared vocal duties and displayed an obvious musical connection. There was definitely genuine chemistry between the three and it was during “Pressure” that truly seemed to gel. After returning back to the main stage, the band shook the arena with a nasty romp through the funky “Dragon Attack”. The band was locked in and on fire at this point. May’s licks and riffs were on point, as was Taylor’s work behind the kit. And, Lambert sang with more an edge, not previously heard in previous tours. The rock anthem, “I Want To Break Free” followed and had the arena happily singing as one before a taped “You Take My Breath Away” played through the PA, setting the mood for what was to follow. With a dimly lit stage, a sea of ‘candles’ on the LED screen, along with cellphone lights being held high by the audience, Lambert’s uncanny vocal talents took “Who Wants To Live Forever” to a whole new level. May’s guitar went from intricate elegance to in-your-face Rock God power. “Forever” may have been the most moving and impressive song of the night. Brian May was settled back in his Rock God role at this point and ready for his solo. He treated the audience to a spectacle of both sight and sound as he and his Red Special took over the stage. May mixed a heavy dose of “Last Horizon” and some of his classic fretwork of “Brighton Rock” amongst other six-string delights. At times, May was suspended above the stage and crowd on his own asteroid, surrounded by multi-colored paper lanterns. The LED screen was filled with more interplanetary imagery and May appeared as if he would be happy to ride along a comet’s tail while traveling his beloved guitar, never to return to earth – as we know it. The epic solo was well-crafted and pure sonic bliss. Towards the end of the solo, Taylor was spied sneaking back behind his kit as to be ready tear into the next song, the classic barnburner, “Tie Your Mother Down” albeit abbreviated – which set the arena on fire! The latter part of the set brought a crushing “The Show Must Go On” and the fun-loving rocker “Fat Bottomed Girls” – which could have easily acted as the finale. “Girls” went over incredibly well, and it was hard to tell who was having more fun, the audience or the band. It didn’t matter. The party was raging, and Queen kept pumping out the hits. “Radio Ga Ga”, with footage of Fritz Lang’s Metropolis coupled with a frenzy of lasers, naturally wowed the audience. But, it was “Bo Rhap” that brought the house down – especially with May’s iconic solo, the presence of video featuring Freddie Mercury and his voice and Lambert again, helping to raise the energy level with his vocal flair. And, for this show’s encore, Queen stuck with tradition and had the audience clapping their hands and stomping their feet throughout “Rock You” followed by “Champions”. All of the band members took their turn to bow and wave good-bye as the audience listened to Queen’s studio version of “God Save the Queen”. Some things haven’t changed in over 40 years of touring for the band, and it was perfect! More photo's on the site. Like this one:
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Post by skaschep on Aug 19, 2019 14:46:49 GMT -5
I didn't really see anybody saying they didn't want him doing solo music, Skaschep...did I miss a post? I've seen some say they don't care for his solo music and never listen to it, but they do love his voice. Sorry but it triggered me. ETA: And I'm in no way asking people to like everything he does or sings. Just asking for the support he deserves.
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Post by bamafan on Aug 19, 2019 14:50:11 GMT -5
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Post by LindaG23 on Aug 19, 2019 15:10:48 GMT -5
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEGCZd2DKcEETA: Unff. I don't know about you guys, but that last video is amazing! Just got a full blown skin orgasm from that transition from Chokehold to Sleepwalker. This medley really was everything. This medley and the LMD/Shady/Fever medley are my absolute favorite live Adam performances of any, including Queen. The band was hot, he was hot, and it was great every show. The WWTLF from Isle of Wight comes in third because of the emotional resonance. Thanks for reminding me ... it's been a while. 💖💖💖🔥🔥🔥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ug39SxaYKw
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Post by girldrummer on Aug 19, 2019 15:29:53 GMT -5
After reading another stellar concert review, I really need to take a moment here. It's almost a fairytale how the opportunity arose for Adam due to his Idol run 10 years ago, and it really is incredible how well this has all worked out for them. Queen has shaped Adam into a seasoned and much respected artist, and it has afforded him the freedom to "play" with his solo material. Perfectly said. That's it in a nutshell.
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Post by nightowl on Aug 19, 2019 15:34:22 GMT -5
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