7.19.12 He's BACK! Adam performs at OC Fair!
Jul 20, 2012 10:50:40 GMT -5
Post by theosgma on Jul 20, 2012 10:50:40 GMT -5
Posting this in the this dead thread as well since it is a concert review
Woke up this morning after that amazing concert last night and wanted to give another perspective. We were very close up in the pit third row so we could really get the "vibe". Vocals were amazing, Adam looked amazing, audience was awesome with the unfortunate exception of the first row of pit where a family was sitting (and I mean just sitting) the whole time with very sullen kids around 12 years old. Adam had to yell at them to get up at one point which they did but sat right down again. I felt like that was a bit of a metaphor for my next comments.
Adam arrived on stage and it took a little while before lights came up but we could see him very well. Grandducchess said it perfectly. He was composed and reflective and as soon as the lights came on, he turned on the switch.
My sense the whole night was exactly that - he turned on the switch rather than he stepped into the strong current of his own joy and energy integrated and spontaneous from the inside out. This is not a complaint. He is a consummate performer and amazing professional and will give his all every time.
I loved him for that and I loved the level he delivered on but that UNENCUMBERED transcendental effervescent joy was not really there. I don't think it would be picked up from any distance back. It was subtle and on a feeling level. Nothing concrete. I chalk it up to fatigue (his tweet about his tired ass), the inevitable (how could it be otherwise) coming down from his tour experience (and yes, I am onboard totally with Adam being a superstar with his own music) and the reality of what lies ahead.
He needs a good rest, good loving (which I am sure he has!) and our unconditional love in the form of support, positivity, turning out for his concerts and spreading the word.
Great news was the very heterogeneous audience. TONS of men! Lots of them straight totally into it. Lots of kids - both sexes. Lots of families and an army of very happy women of all ages. We had a great experience interacting with many of the younger fans and grandducchess pointed out the precious gift of the cross generational communication that is present in this fandom. Our new young friends were delighted with knowing our "history" with Adam and the extent of our commitment and we were delighted with their passion and insanity.
Looking forward to FS and Winstar. Fascinating journey with our Adam. Love him so much.
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Woke up this morning after that amazing concert last night and wanted to give another perspective. We were very close up in the pit third row so we could really get the "vibe". Vocals were amazing, Adam looked amazing, audience was awesome with the unfortunate exception of the first row of pit where a family was sitting (and I mean just sitting) the whole time with very sullen kids around 12 years old. Adam had to yell at them to get up at one point which they did but sat right down again. I felt like that was a bit of a metaphor for my next comments.
Adam arrived on stage and it took a little while before lights came up but we could see him very well. Grandducchess said it perfectly. He was composed and reflective and as soon as the lights came on, he turned on the switch.
My sense the whole night was exactly that - he turned on the switch rather than he stepped into the strong current of his own joy and energy integrated and spontaneous from the inside out. This is not a complaint. He is a consummate performer and amazing professional and will give his all every time.
I loved him for that and I loved the level he delivered on but that UNENCUMBERED transcendental effervescent joy was not really there. I don't think it would be picked up from any distance back. It was subtle and on a feeling level. Nothing concrete. I chalk it up to fatigue (his tweet about his tired ass), the inevitable (how could it be otherwise) coming down from his tour experience (and yes, I am onboard totally with Adam being a superstar with his own music) and the reality of what lies ahead.
He needs a good rest, good loving (which I am sure he has!) and our unconditional love in the form of support, positivity, turning out for his concerts and spreading the word.
Great news was the very heterogeneous audience. TONS of men! Lots of them straight totally into it. Lots of kids - both sexes. Lots of families and an army of very happy women of all ages. We had a great experience interacting with many of the younger fans and grandducchess pointed out the precious gift of the cross generational communication that is present in this fandom. Our new young friends were delighted with knowing our "history" with Adam and the extent of our commitment and we were delighted with their passion and insanity.
Looking forward to FS and Winstar. Fascinating journey with our Adam. Love him so much.
Read more: atop.proboards.com/index.cgi#ixzz21B7iJHd4
