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Post by lulu1265 on Apr 4, 2014 0:02:33 GMT -5
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Post by junkets on Apr 4, 2014 0:22:57 GMT -5
I'm going to do a late-night ambush on a thread, per usual, with an unpopular opinion. Adam *is* no Freddie Mercury and he won't be until he writes as song as genius as Bohemian Rhapsody and countless others. I don't think that will happen because of the way songs are crafted these days, but I do thing that Nile believes Adam has an amazing ability to jam and improvise brilliantly. However, I think not playing an instrument *does* hamper him in that regard. He has no interest in playing one, as he said, and' that's fine. It's a shame he is not surrounded by top-calibre musicians who can jam and write incredible songs (if that's even done anymore--such an outmoded way to write, it seems), and I think his lyric writing has improved enormously. (for you long-time fans, on the roof seeking proof and coconut ghosts).
That said, his voice just sends me. I have no other way to describe it. I complained abt his voice being overly processed in the snippet, but once I heard the full version of Glee, it was pure Adam. No one does that to me and I can't explain it. I still slack jawed whenever I see him, and the way he incorporates the props around him and moves around the set/stage is so natural. Wonderful showman/entertainer on top of *that voice.* I know I've always preferred not just hearing him sing--I want to *see* him sing. His charisma is off the charts and he has such a wonderful countenance/positive energy when he performs. It comes through on videos, not just live, and it's wondrous to behold.
I also totally agree how his voice has gotten even better. I can admit now that a few shrill notes/tone got to me on Idol but he fixed that and modified and I saw such improvement in the Glam Nation tour. And it's only gotten better since. Quick study, that man, and always wanting to improve and learn and grow.
What bugs me, though, are people who discount him for shrieking because they say a few performances on AI. I understand it, but it bugs me. They heard a tone that they didn't find pleasant and that's fine. But then they don't listen to him on the songs he keeps low and buttery. And that chest/head voice control is otherworldly.
So, I agree that he has a better voice than Freddie, but it's just my opinion and it's totally moot. No one will even sing Queen songs as well as the man who wrote and embodied them, but I'm excited to see *that voice and that performer* with *those musicians* and *those songs.* Total win, and any negativity abt he's no Freddie is just background noise to me.
(Still mostly excited abt A3 and whether he will ever had material that will do justice to that voice! I'm hopeful!)
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Post by bridgeymah on Apr 4, 2014 0:34:03 GMT -5
I'm going to do a late-night ambush on a thread, per usual, with an unpopular opinion. Adam *is* no Freddie Mercury and he won't be until he writes as song as genius as Bohemian Rhapsody and countless others. I don't think that will happen because of the way songs are crafted these days, but I do thing that Nile believes Adam has an amazing ability to jam and improvise brilliantly. However, I think not playing an instrument *does* hamper him in that regard. He has no interest in playing one, as he said, and' that's fine. It's a shame he is not surrounded by top-calibre musicians who can jam and write incredible songs (if that's even done anymore--such an outmoded way to write, it seems), and I think his lyric writing has improved enormously. (for you long-time fans, on the roof seeking proof and coconut ghosts). That said, his voice just sends me. I have no other way to describe it. I complained abt his voice being overly processed in the snippet, but once I heard the full version of Glee, it was pure Adam. No one does that to me and I can't explain it. I still slack jawed whenever I see him, and the way he incorporates the props around him and moves around the set/stage is so natural. Wonderful showman/entertainer on top of *that voice.* I know I've always preferred not just hearing him sing--I want to *see* him sing. His charisma is off the charts and he has such a wonderful countenance/positive energy when he performs. It comes through on videos, not just live, and it's wondrous to behold. I also totally agree how his voice has gotten even better. I can admit now that a few shrill notes/tone got to me on Idol but he fixed that and modified and I saw such improvement in the Glam Nation tour. And it's only gotten better since. Quick study, that man, and always wanting to improve and learn and grow. What bugs me, though, are people who discount him for shrieking because they say a few performances on AI. I understand it, but it bugs me. They heard a tone that they didn't find pleasant and that's fine. But then they don't listen to him on the songs he keeps low and buttery. And that chest/head voice control is otherworldly. So, I agree that he has a better voice than Freddie, but it's just my opinion and it's totally moot. No one will even sing Queen songs as well as the man who wrote and embodied them, but I'm excited to see *that voice and that performer* with *those musicians* and *those songs.* Total win, and any negativity abt he's no Freddie is just background noise to me. (Still mostly excited abt A3 and whether he will ever had material that will do justice to that voice! I'm hopeful!) No disrespect meant by the following as obviously we see this differently but the meme that you have to be able to play an instrument to be considered a "proper" songwriter is just bogus. I'd say tell that to Bernie Taupin who has written most of the lyrics to Elton John's music... Oh and I may be having a grumpy day (ok I am having a grumpy day) but I am sick to death of the who is better conversation. They both rock. End of story. Or to quote Elliot Gilbert (yes sometimes you have to choose but not me and not for this. I'm over it.) :-) |
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Post by junkets on Apr 4, 2014 0:38:20 GMT -5
I'm going to do a late-night ambush on a thread, per usual, with an unpopular opinion. Adam *is* no Freddie Mercury and he won't be until he writes as song as genius as Bohemian Rhapsody and countless others. I don't think that will happen because of the way songs are crafted these days, but I do thing that Nile believes Adam has an amazing ability to jam and improvise brilliantly. However, I think not playing an instrument *does* hamper him in that regard. He has no interest in playing one, as he said, and' that's fine. It's a shame he is not surrounded by top-calibre musicians who can jam and write incredible songs (if that's even done anymore--such an outmoded way to write, it seems), and I think his lyric writing has improved enormously. (for you long-time fans, on the roof seeking proof and coconut ghosts). That said, his voice just sends me. I have no other way to describe it. I complained abt his voice being overly processed in the snippet, but once I heard the full version of Glee, it was pure Adam. No one does that to me and I can't explain it. I still slack jawed whenever I see him, and the way he incorporates the props around him and moves around the set/stage is so natural. Wonderful showman/entertainer on top of *that voice.* I know I've always preferred not just hearing him sing--I want to *see* him sing. His charisma is off the charts and he has such a wonderful countenance/positive energy when he performs. It comes through on videos, not just live, and it's wondrous to behold. I also totally agree how his voice has gotten even better. I can admit now that a few shrill notes/tone got to me on Idol but he fixed that and modified and I saw such improvement in the Glam Nation tour. And it's only gotten better since. Quick study, that man, and always wanting to improve and learn and grow. What bugs me, though, are people who discount him for shrieking because they say a few performances on AI. I understand it, but it bugs me. They heard a tone that they didn't find pleasant and that's fine. But then they don't listen to him on the songs he keeps low and buttery. And that chest/head voice control is otherworldly. So, I agree that he has a better voice than Freddie, but it's just my opinion and it's totally moot. No one will even sing Queen songs as well as the man who wrote and embodied them, but I'm excited to see *that voice and that performer* with *those musicians* and *those songs.* Total win, and any negativity abt he's no Freddie is just background noise to me. (Still mostly excited abt A3 and whether he will ever had material that will do justice to that voice! I'm hopeful!) No disrespect meant by the following as obviously we see this differently but the meme that you have to be able to play an instrument to be considered a "proper" songwriter is just bogus. I'd say tell that to Bernie Taupin who has written most of the lyrics to Elton John's music... Oh and I may be having a grumpy day (ok I am having a grumpy day) but I am sick to death of the who is better conversation. They both rock. End of story. Or to quote Elliot Gilbert (yes sometimes you have to choose but not me and not for this. I'm over it.) :-) Ok, I will agree with you when Adam writes a lyric as well as Bernie Taupin. And has a collaborator as brilliant as Elton John. And I believe I said who is better is moot for the reasons stated above b/c I am tired of the discussion as well.  Let me add a smiley face to that as well, as I don't mean to be provocative in any way. And I've had a crappy day but am stressed not grumpy--yet.  I just can't freaking sleep! Thereby racheting it up the stress level to insane amt. ugh. I appreciate all the opinions and personalities on this site--I truly do--and I don't mind when someone disagrees at all. Been around the block and my profession gives me a thick skin. What I don't like to do is hurt any feelings. But I do tend to speak my mind. |
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Post by Q3 on Apr 4, 2014 1:17:45 GMT -5
I'm going to do a late-night ambush on a thread, per usual, with an unpopular opinion. Adam *is* no Freddie Mercury and he won't be until he writes as song as genius as Bohemian Rhapsody and countless others. I don't think that will happen because of the way songs are crafted these days, but I do thing that Nile believes Adam has an amazing ability to jam and improvise brilliantly. However, I think not playing an instrument *does* hamper him in that regard. He has no interest in playing one, as he said, and' that's fine. It's a shame he is not surrounded by top-calibre musicians who can jam and write incredible songs (if that's even done anymore--such an outmoded way to write, it seems), and I think his lyric writing has improved enormously. (for you long-time fans, on the roof seeking proof and coconut ghosts). That said, his voice just sends me. I have no other way to describe it. I complained abt his voice being overly processed in the snippet, but once I heard the full version of Glee, it was pure Adam. No one does that to me and I can't explain it. I still slack jawed whenever I see him, and the way he incorporates the props around him and moves around the set/stage is so natural. Wonderful showman/entertainer on top of *that voice.* I know I've always preferred not just hearing him sing--I want to *see* him sing. His charisma is off the charts and he has such a wonderful countenance/positive energy when he performs. It comes through on videos, not just live, and it's wondrous to behold. I also totally agree how his voice has gotten even better. I can admit now that a few shrill notes/tone got to me on Idol but he fixed that and modified and I saw such improvement in the Glam Nation tour. And it's only gotten better since. Quick study, that man, and always wanting to improve and learn and grow. What bugs me, though, are people who discount him for shrieking because they say a few performances on AI. I understand it, but it bugs me. They heard a tone that they didn't find pleasant and that's fine. But then they don't listen to him on the songs he keeps low and buttery. And that chest/head voice control is otherworldly. So, I agree that he has a better voice than Freddie, but it's just my opinion and it's totally moot. No one will even sing Queen songs as well as the man who wrote and embodied them, but I'm excited to see *that voice and that performer* with *those musicians* and *those songs.* Total win, and any negativity abt he's no Freddie is just background noise to me. (Still mostly excited abt A3 and whether he will ever had material that will do justice to that voice! I'm hopeful!) I don't the first part is an unpopular opinion at all. Adam is not trying to be Freddie Mercury and has said so. And to me that is what is so exciting about QAL. Adam has the capacity to re-interpret Queen's music and bring a new energy and excitement. My only major disagreement with your post is that they are such different vocalists that I do not think one is better than the other. They are just great and unique. Freddie was a very talented, gifted composer. But I can't see him playing any other role as an actor except Freddie. >> Much as I respect Freddie's ability as a composer, his best work was done with Brian, Roger and/or John. Queen as a band. or in parts, created work that none of the four musicians matched as solo artists. Adam is a charismatic TV/Movie/digital personality, he is funny and he can act, he is a trained dancer (and IMO tends to be too modest about his abilities in this area), and he is nice/easy to work with. And he has a way with lyrics which was not Freddie's strength. I just think they are two incomparable artists and, therefore, they should not be compared. |
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Post by aprilmarie816 on Apr 4, 2014 1:33:10 GMT -5
Well....DAY-UM!!  Katerina @jadelle1 3m Yes RT @christy0907 : UNF pic.twitter.com/37ni0MVy3Z
Ooah! Tornado warnings all around me here! I'll sign off when the wind starts! YIKES!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2014 2:06:31 GMT -5
and this pic is at least 2 years ago and since then.. pilates. now just use your imagination
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Post by DancyGeorgia on Apr 4, 2014 3:38:53 GMT -5
I don't the first part is an unpopular opinion at all. Adam is not trying to be Freddie Mercury and has said so. And to me that is what is so exciting about QAL. Adam has the capacity to re-interpret Queen's music and bring a new energy and excitement. My only major disagreement with your post is that they are such different vocalists that I do not think one is better than the other. They are just great and unique. Freddie was a very talented, gifted composer. But I can't see him playing any other role as an actor except Freddie. >> Much as I respect Freddie's ability as a composer, his best work was done with Brian, Roger and/or John. Queen as a band. or in parts, created work that none of the four musicians matched as solo artists. Adam is a charismatic TV/Movie/digital personality, he is funny and he can act, he is a trained dancer (and IMO tends to be too modest about his abilities in this area), and he is nice/easy to work with. And he has a way with lyrics which was not Freddie's strength. I just think they are two incomparable artists and, therefore, they should not be compared. I totally agree that Adam is a much better dancer than he gives himself credit for!!! I am jealous of some of the body moves he does!!! The number of times I've said HOLY SH*T how did he do that!! |
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Post by melliemom on Apr 4, 2014 6:27:02 GMT -5
OT but this silly quiz damn good! And nailed me! Which Classic Rock Band Are You? You got: Led Zeppelin You’re the dual-axe wielding, mythological wizards of rock. You’re unquestionably legendary, but still often misunderstood. People will either love you or hate you. Ramble on, you multi-talented visionary you! Try it here: www.buzzfeed.com/justincarissimo/which-classic-rock-band-are-youMe too Led Zeppelin |
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Post by talon on Apr 4, 2014 6:31:38 GMT -5
OMG.. I LOVE IT!!! Thanks Talon! I love this version and the fast version Adam sang medley in London.
You're welcome. Yeah it's quite cool! I'd love to see it shaken up a bit after hearing it the same way forever! Vocally Adam is superior to Freddie. To quote The Dude..."That's like...your opinion man...." I disagree Thank you for saying that. It is exactly what I have been thinking for the past hour. I was going to preface my comment by telling talon to put his fingers in his ears and go la-la-la-la-la first, but I am so tired of hearing "he's no Freddie" ... that's right, vocally he is better. Everything after that is personal preference and it is obvious where mine lies. *fingers in ear* LA-LA-LA-LA-LA  IMHO: I dare say that many/most formally trained, classically trained singers and those musicians who work with them would agree with you. But, as has been said many times before, personal preference for certain singers and certain styles is highly subjective. And woe betide the person who dares to state that Adam is "better" than Freddie. What I think some don't understand is that statements about Adam not being Freddie, but being "acceptable," or "almost on par with" Freddie, to a classically trained singer, rankle and are almost an insult to Adam's talent. Yes, I understand people make those statements as a high compliment to Adam, and I accept them in that spirit. But putting Adam in the same category of vocal skills/talent as Freddie is minimizing Adam's impressive abilities, range and technique. As an entertainer/rock frontman, I can see that Freddie is arguably without peer. I have great respect for him. I'm just trying to articulate another perspective that I dare not state too loudly. . Ok to be honest here I will say this about them purely vocally. I have no problem with Adam fans thinking he is better vocally. It's too subjective a thing. I think you're nuts BUT I mean that in all good honest fun. I think they are FAR too different types of vocalists to compare. I mean we all get the campy, theatrical, singer who can hit high notes yada yada...but in all seriousness they are completely different animals. Adam is a tenor, Freddie a baritone (who can hit tenor) So Adam has a HIGHER range. I also think Adam is smarter with how he performs live and that's why he won't wreck his voice like Freddie did on tour a few too many times. With that being said, I think Freddie's low end is FAR superior to Adam in terms of power and tone. I also far prefer Freddie's phrasing and less diva type "runs". And you can argue certainly regarding formal training/classical training, etc. etc. and that's fine, but Freddie never really wanted to go that route. Freddie brought rock to classical with Barcelona and most classical pundits would say he's no opera singer which is quite true...on the other hand, he held his own. BUT flip that switch around...outside of Adam fandom, if you ask a general "ROCK" audience they would say the same thing about Adam...He brings his classical/formal/musical theater training to rock. He can hold his own but he's not a real ROCK singer. Doesn't mean he's not great. Doesn't mean he doesn't have an amazing voice. I have the utmost respect for Adam's voice. I think it is phenomenal and am looking forward to seeing him live with QAL So no warfare, no mud slinging here...just an opinion of man who has "trained" in rock |
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Let me add a smiley face to that as well, as I don't mean to be provocative in any way. And I've had a crappy day but am stressed not grumpy--yet. 
I just can't freaking sleep! Thereby racheting it up the stress level to insane amt. ugh. I appreciate all the opinions and personalities on this site--I truly do--and I don't mind when someone disagrees at all. Been around the block and my profession gives me a thick skin. What I don't like to do is hurt any feelings. But I do tend to speak my mind.
