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Post by coo.coo.ca.choo on Dec 3, 2013 14:46:36 GMT -5
Do you guys think this recent string of concerts is just about the holidays or do you think Adam may be gearing up for something else. You know, getting out and about, exercising his vocals, rehearsing his band, re-starting the machinery so to speak. I thought the last time the band was together after a string of concerts that they sounded really good together. I remember thinking "finally" they sound confident and well rehearsed. So, my thoughts (not based on any reality) (are they wishes then?)is that perhaps Adam's next album may be less over-produced; maybe he will be using his band to try and capture more of a "live" feel. Maybe there will be a series of once-a-month concerts to bring everyone back up to speed and then, perhaps, into the studio. I'm not ready to give up on this core group (well, maybe Rick) (sorry, Rick).
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Post by melliemom on Dec 3, 2013 14:51:13 GMT -5
Do you guys think this recent string of concerts is just about the holidays or do you think Adam may be gearing up for something else. You know, getting out and about, exercising his vocals, rehearsing his band, re-starting the machinery so to speak. I thought the last time the band was together after a string of concerts that they sounded really good together. I remember thinking "finally" they sound confident and well rehearsed. So, my thoughts (not based on any reality) (are they wishes then?)is that perhaps Adam's next album may be less over-produced; maybe he will be using his band to try and capture more of a "live" feel. Maybe there will be a series of once-a-month concerts to bring everyone back up to speed and then, perhaps, into the studio. I'm not ready to give up on this core group (well, maybe Rick) (sorry, Rick). IMHO Adam needs a great guitarist and very upbeat musicians.. This band seems to be dragging ... ![]() I loved the woman Pianist.. thought she was great. I can't remember her name. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2013 14:56:25 GMT -5
I don't know anything about playing instruments, but I was wondering is there a usual procedure if the band realizes the singer is singing in a different key? Keep playing and hope the singer sorts it out... all you can do really |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2013 14:58:32 GMT -5
Q3... Thanks for the great recap!! ![]() Now, I really REALLY need Adam to change things up! He's been singing that same set list for what seems like FOREVER. There are so many songs from FYE and Trespassing that need to be heard... either again or for the first time!! And we need some new covers!! I'm also thinkin' the band needs a challenge, too. ![]() Becoming a bad fan...had to admit...I listened to the stream and the next day....looked a few vids. And I mean a few...like three. Where the heck was my energy? (I do not think it is lost...I have replayed MTN so many times .... ridiculous. Glee ...has me excited for the Adam parts.) I emailed an Atoper and said... glad I did not go to Miami or New Years. I am sure I would have enjoyed it live. But I did not see this as "professional a show" as it had the potential to be. This is not tour time like GNT where it is a "choreographed" and you know it will be the same, but thoughtfully done. I hope the next two concerts have some life breathed into them for those who are going. Not that he "has to" change things up for the repeat concert goers, but it does create "buzz", and maybe for the band to keep fresh and energized. Nothing like learning a new song(s) to keep one excited to play. It seemed to me, this show was the easiest path. Time for album 3 or some new additions, to get me more excited about "music again". Maybe I best go back to bed and so I can wake up more cheery. I got a phone call at 7 am from hubby to remind me how to put the Jeep in 4 wheel drive. The blizzard has caused drifting and we only have one lane of traffic going in and out of our community! And I volunteered to take my neice's puppy in for grooming today. The sound was off and the backing track too loud in a few songs, but no energy?! Really? Looked to me like Adam stopped just short of swinging on those disco balls. To me, his energy looked incredible and very playful!! |
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Post by lorraine on Dec 3, 2013 14:59:52 GMT -5
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Post by melliemom on Dec 3, 2013 15:01:43 GMT -5
Do you guys think this recent string of concerts is just about the holidays or do you think Adam may be gearing up for something else. You know, getting out and about, exercising his vocals, rehearsing his band, re-starting the machinery so to speak. I thought the last time the band was together after a string of concerts that they sounded really good together. I remember thinking "finally" they sound confident and well rehearsed. So, my thoughts (not based on any reality) (are they wishes then?)is that perhaps Adam's next album may be less over-produced; maybe he will be using his band to try and capture more of a "live" feel. Maybe there will be a series of once-a-month concerts to bring everyone back up to speed and then, perhaps, into the studio. I'm not ready to give up on this core group (well, maybe Rick) (sorry, Rick). IMHO Adam needs a great guitarist and very upbeat musicians.. This band seems to be dragging ... ![]() I loved the woman Pianist.. thought she was great. I can't remember her name.There were so many good musicians who came and went. Miss them .. This band just doesn't have that umph. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2013 15:04:26 GMT -5
Her musical director has been with her since she came off Idol and he makes sure she has top notch musicians with her. That is the key for Adam IMO, getting a musical director with the power to hire the right musicians for Adam. The issue isn't power. It's about money -- generally speaking, you can get the best if you are willing to pay for them. We have no idea what Adam's budget is, but I'm guessing it's smaller than Kelly's. Also, Brian London is no slouch -- he has worked with Rihannna, Bruno Mars and Katy Perry, so I imagine he has connections. But there are other considerations in selecting band members. It's also about what Adam is looking for and values in band members. In addition to talent, Adam also seems to value finding band mates with an approach to music similar to his (which makes sense); he also values personality -- the person's attitude, are they easy to get along with, etc. -- and their "look". These were things Adam mentioned when he was putting together the band for the Glam Nation tour. I also imagine that Adam values loyalty -- he appears to be a very loyal person and values those who are loyal to him. So unless something radical happens or one of his current band members chooses to move on, I expect we will be seeing them for a while. |
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Post by lorraine on Dec 3, 2013 15:05:02 GMT -5
@ Nica Regarding "applied math...." This photo, to me, is the sexiest one I've ever seen of Adam---and you don't even see his eyes in this one!!! I know, so "unclassy" of me,but what can I say? Since the first time I saw this posted at the Iheart radio concert, This is the ONE I can't get out of my mind!!!!1 |
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Post by cassie on Dec 3, 2013 15:05:52 GMT -5
I don't know anything about playing instruments, but I was wondering is there a usual procedure if the band realizes the singer is singing in a different key? Keep playing and hope the singer sorts it out... all you can do really Yup. Sometimes a keyboardist or guitarist can pound out the melody line to clue the singer in, but, in the case with Adam, the problem isusually that he cannot cannot hear his own voice. If he could he would auto correct himself. The band cannot shift keys because the singer is not necessarily singing in ANOTHER key. They might be singing between keys. And multiple musicians would not be coordinated to all shift to the same alternative key, even if they could quickly recognize it. As a singer, there really is not much worse than not being able to either hear the accompanying music or hear your own voice. It is like firing a gun blindfolded and hoping you hit the target. |
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Post by melliemom on Dec 3, 2013 15:11:10 GMT -5
Her musical director has been with her since she came off Idol and he makes sure she has top notch musicians with her. That is the key for Adam IMO, getting a musical director with the power to hire the right musicians for Adam. The issue isn't power. It's about money -- generally speaking, you can get the best if you are willing to pay for them. We have no idea what Adam's budget is, but I'm guessing it's smaller than Kelly's. Also, Brian London is no slouch -- he has worked with Rihannna, Bruno Mars and Katy Perry, so I imagine he has connections. But there are other considerations in selecting band members. It's also about what Adam is looking for and values in band members. In addition to talent, Adam also seems to value finding band mates with an approach to music similar to his (which makes sense); he also values personality -- the person's attitude, are they easy to get along with, etc. -- and their "look". These were things Adam mentioned when he was putting together the band for the Glam Nation tour. I also imagine that Adam values loyalty -- he appears to be a very loyal person and values those who are loyal to him. So unless something radical happens or one of his current band members chooses to move on, I expect we will be seeing them for a while. In the end, It's the fans loyalty that matters the most.. their loyalty makes and keeps one's career.Adam can't carry the whole show by himself,he needs great backup ,not just loyal friends who happen to be musicians.. OK I've had my rant..moving on very quickly ![]() again |
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