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Post by animaldoc on Nov 11, 2023 12:40:05 GMT -5
I also just noticed that pi posted a few of Angelina's videos - thank you! You bring this site to life with all of your posts. Thanks for all that you do to keep us informed!
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Post by animaldoc on Nov 11, 2023 12:35:20 GMT -5
Kryptoman, thank you so much for your detailed recap, and all the nuances and slight word changes that you noticed. I remember hearing something different from Spike in TSMGO, and you nailed it! It was that lovely arpeggio! So sorry that your daughter and wife weren't able to attend the concert, but I'm so glad that you decided to go on your own. I'm glad to hear that your daughter is feeling better. You are indeed "the master" of Adam's and QAL's interpretation of music, and I so enjoy all of your knowledge. Thank you!
Also thanks to Sizzling and Fionamama for their recaps. Hope I didn't miss anyone. I just love recaps, especially when I've had the privilege to attend the same concert. It's wonderful to hear other members' impressions of this glorious show. Adam is certainly at the top of his game!
I'm so sorry that I missed seeing those gold thigh high boots during my concerts - I think it adds a lovely addition to that beautiful outfit.
Thanks Cassie for posting Angelina's videos about Adam's voice. I learn so much from her (and you) about what makes his voice so impressive and incredible.
So sorry that we're just about at the end of this spectacular tour, but what a journey it was!! I'm definitely in my "oh, it just can't be over" mood after my concerts, but I have such precious memories that will last forever!!
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Post by animaldoc on Nov 8, 2023 11:58:29 GMT -5
Thanks for the comments about my recaps of the Dallas and Denver shows (posted on the 11/6 thread). I like writing recaps because it helps me to experience the concerts all over again. I was traveling yesterday so I didn't have a chance to read everyone's comments until this morning. Happy, I'm so glad you were able to watch the Denver show - I can picture you bouncing up and down in your computer room! Yes, that high note that Adam hit in TSMGO in Denver was definitely stratospheric! Thanks Cassie for telling us it was an E5. He hit some other very high notes during the Denver concert, and his voice seemed to be extraordinarily strong that night. Of my four concerts, Denver stood out as the best of them. I had debated traveling to Denver, but I am so thankful that I did! I am so very fortunate to have witnessed the magic that is QAL four times. I just wish that everyone here could have the opportunity to experience this spectacular show in person. If anyone is attending the San Francisco or LA shows, I would love a recap.
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Post by animaldoc on Nov 7, 2023 9:52:14 GMT -5
Here are my recaps of my Dallas and Denver concerts. My DH attended the Dallas concert with me (as well as the first one in St. Paul), but not the Denver one or the second St Paul one. He is not a Glambert, but appreciates Adam's incredible abilities, and loves to see him with Queen. However, he said that two concerts were sufficient for him. I was only able to get floor seats for the first show in Dallas, and as I expected, I didn't like these seats as well as those which are in the lower bowl off of the floor. I'm showing my age, as it is difficult for me to stand for an entire concert. Too many hands and phones in the air, and tall guys in front of me which made it difficult to take pictures and videos. My DH is taller, so he was able to get better videos. Thank goodness for those incredible high screens with wonderful close-ups of Adam, Brian and Roger! When I bought the Dallas tickets, I didn't know about the second Dallas concert, so I bought a Denver ticket instead.
The Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders didn't perform at the first Dallas concert. However, I saw cheerleaders perform FBG in Philadelphia back in 2019, which was fun. As expected, Adam, Brian and Roger were all in fine form. This audience wasn't as loud as my second St. Paul one, and Adam seemed to have a little more trouble getting the audience fully engaged (on STL, for instance). We had some very talkative younger gals in the row behind us, which was very distracting. Another very diverse audience, and I saw several families. So nice to see the variety of attendees! So many highlights which are just too many to mention. The pyrotechnics, light shows and other special effects are just amazing. Technology has certainly improved over the years. When Brian mentioned speakers in the back of the arena, I paid attention. Sure enough, the sound was excellent, and certainly gave more of a surround-sound effect. In spite of the poorer seats, I enjoyed this concert immensely. Having seen it twice before gave me a chance to notice things that I might have missed before. Adam sang TSMGO a third time - heavenly! The "Magic" sequence was incredible - a feast for the eyes! Adam's WWTLF was stellar - my very favorite. Bohemian Rhapsody and the encore songs were tremendous for each show. A fantastic concert!
My trip to see the Denver show was definitely worth it. I had a better seat than Dallas - lower bowl, first row on the aisle, closer to the bend at the rear of the arena. This location gave me a much better view of the B stage. I also had cooperative fans around me, and sat next to a lovely Glambert. Adam was really on fire during this show. This concert was really bittersweet for me, as it might be the last time I see QAL live (I certainly hope not, but who knows?!). Travel, particularly flying, is very difficult for me (one reason DH came with me to Minneapolis and Dallas; I was able to drive to Denver), so no international flights in my future. This audience was LOUD, and seemed much more engaged. Rivaled the loudest concert in St. Paul. I was trying to treasure each and every song, and Adam, Brian and Roger didn't disappoint. Roger seemed even more energetic during this show, and Brian, as always, was spectacular. As expected, the light shows and special effects were beyond incredible. During "Is This the World We Created" there was a hush from the audience. I was so thankful for that, as Adam sings it in such a gentle and heartfelt way. One of my favorites. He started WWTLF in a much gentler way, and then his voice just soared. He hit several stratospheric notes during this concert - my heart just leaps when he hits those incredible notes. His voice just seems to get stronger and stronger. He also sang the TSMGO again - I'm so lucky to have heard it four times! I had tears in my eyes as this show ended. This was certainly a concert that I will cherish forever!
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Post by animaldoc on Nov 1, 2023 14:14:47 GMT -5
Thanks so much for your recap ljsmack! I love recaps! Your audience sounded different than mine in St. Paul. Especially during the second St. Paul show they were over the top enthusiastic. There was also a very diverse crowd at both of the St. Paul shows, but I didn't have many newbies around me. Many fans around me singing along, and a myriad of Adam and Queen t shirts. Lots of loud cheering and screaming for all of the performers. I loved Adam's wig!! I wondered if he would do anything for the Halloween show, and our guy did not disappoint. Tomorrow night is my Dallas show - can't wait!!
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Post by animaldoc on Oct 30, 2023 14:34:48 GMT -5
I promised recaps of my St. Paul shows, so here they are. Better late than never, they say. My DH and I flew yesterday from Minneapolis to Dallas in anticipation of our Thursday evening show, so this is my first opportunity to recap both of the St. Paul shows.
I'm at a loss for words! These two shows were beyond spectacular! I seem to recall some reviewer saying that the 2019 Rhapsody Tour show was better - certainly not in my opinion! Of course, every production by QAL is incredible, in my humble opinion, but this time around the light show, pyrotechnics, visuals and performances by the entire band went beyond what I have experienced before, if that is even possible. And the Minnesota fans were LOUD, especially at the second show.
Adam looked absolutely marvelous in all his different gorgeous outfits, and he certainly appeared very fit. And the VOICE seemed stronger and more powerful than ever, again if that is even possible. There is just nothing that compares to hearing Adam sing live! Especially during the second show he seemed even more dancey and playful, and both nights he received a rousing response from the audience. I think a lot of the diehard Queen fans are being won over by Adam. On the way out, I heard so many positive comments from concert goers about how great Adam is as Queen's front man. Much well deserved appreciation was also shown for Sir Brian, Roger, Spike, Neil and Tyler. I don't know how Brian and Roger are still able to perform at such a high level at their age (they're about the same age as me). I hope they can continue performing for years to come, but who knows how long they can keep doing it?
Both nights I was treated to TSMGO, which is my second favorite song after WWTLF. I was delighted to hear TSMGO the second time, as I thought he might not sing it when they had back to back shows. Bicycle Race was so much fun with that over-the-top motorcycle (how will they be able to make that even more spectacular?!). His approach to Killer Queen was so much fun, although my favorite Killer Queen is still Adam on the chaise lounge spewing champagne into the audience! "Is This the World We Created" was so beautiful, with Adam singing it in such a gentle and heartfelt way. Brian's "Love of My Life" brings me to tears every time. "Tie Your Mother Down" was done in such a rousing way. It's not one of my favorites but their rendition of it made me a new fan of that song. Brian's space interlude was a bit shorter, which I thought was a good thing. The planets floating in space were a mesmerizing spectacle. I thought putting Freddy's Ay-O calls and audience response right before the encore was a very fitting place. Oh, so many other highlights and favorites of this concert that are just too numerous to mention! My DH was at the first show, and he also thought it was a spectacular concert. I wish you all could attend these concerts, but the many pictures and videos being posted will give you an idea of what a great concert QAL has produced this time around, along with Adam's incredible panache, voice, performance skills, and jubilance. I'm still in awe of what I witnessed!
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Post by animaldoc on Oct 27, 2023 13:21:35 GMT -5
I'm here in Minneapolis/St. Paul, and going to both concerts in St. Paul. SO excited!! My DH is going with me this evening, but I wasn't able to get two seats together. Ticketmaster was so frustrating when I was trying to get tickets when they first went on sale! We're four rows apart in the first lower bowl from the stage on Roger's side, rows 3 and 7. Tomorrow night I'll be at the concert by myself. This time I'm on Brian's side, first lower bowl from the stage, row 3. DH is also going with me to the first Dallas show, so he told me two concerts were enough for him. He is not a Glambert, but does really appreciate Adam, and really enjoys seeing Adam with Queen. In Dallas I was only able to get tickets on the floor (not my favorite) row H to the side of the B stage. After the first Dallas show, I'm also going to the Denver concert, this time by myself again. I bought the Denver ticket before I realized there would be a second Dallas show. Not a great seat in Denver, but Denver sold out so fast (at least on the first day of sales) that I was lucky to get a seat at all.
I feel so very fortunate that I'm able to see QAL four times this time around. I really splurged because I am worried this might be their last US tour. I'm so very fortunate that my DH is so supportive of my craziness! I've looked at all the pictures from the recent concerts, but I've been strong and haven't watched any of the videos. I want my concert experience to be fresh! Not watching the videos has been so very difficult, but I do enjoy the concerts more if I haven't watched the videos ahead of time.
I'll try to write some recaps when I can find the time. From the pictures, it looks like Adam (and Queen) are in fine form, and I can't wait!!!
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Post by animaldoc on Oct 7, 2023 16:03:23 GMT -5
Thank you all so much! Katycake, as others have said, we're thinking of you and hoping that you stay safe. What a crazy world we live in.
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Post by animaldoc on Aug 6, 2023 15:56:38 GMT -5
I too am not a big fan of Taylor. It's not that I really dislike her, but I just find her music rather boring and repetitive. Of course, Adam has me very spoiled with his musicality, performance skills and drop-dead gorgeous and powerful voice (one in a billion and GFG, to quote a very famous gentleman).
I found the discussion yesterday concerning how much fashion and what we as women were "allowed" to wear has changed over the years. Showing my age here, but at my Catholic high school we wore uniforms and the girls had to wear skirts. The guys were required to wear ties. Then when I started veterinary school in 1969 (at age 20), all female veterinary students were required to wear skirts, and the guys had to wear shirts and ties. This was at a public university in Michigan! The female students were only allowed to wear pants or coveralls when we were working with large animals. Finally in 1972 the women were finally allowed to wear white pants and clinical tops in the small animal clinic. Needless to say, the veterinary students were very recognizable on campus before 1972!
I also was very interested in Oliver's post about his fashion choices and his reasons for them. He and Adam seem very happy together.
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Post by animaldoc on Jun 8, 2023 12:16:29 GMT -5
SophieB, thanks so much for your wonderful recap! I love recaps! In addition to the videos, they make me feel like I am actually experiencing the concert. Although nothing compares to hearing Adam live!
I happened to catch part of the "Muffin Man" segment on the Today Show this morning. Can't believe how much attention it is getting, but very thankful for the publicity! So great how Adam incorporated it into the disco version of "Believe". As he said - give the people what they want. I think "Muffin Man" will follow him around for a long time. On a daily basis, it seems to be rolling around in my head, and his Cher interpretation while singing it on "That's My Jam" is priceless. Adam is looking mighty fine!
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