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Post by red panda on Dec 8, 2015 14:17:11 GMT -5
You know, we have discussed how Adam inhabits and internalizes and feels the songs he sings. Of course he has a magnificent voice, but I'm thinking that the emotion he brings, his living in the song, are what really sets him aside from others.
Thinking of Jordan, maybe what he is missing for some of you is that quality of feeling a song. I wonder if that takes time to develop. Although I believe that Adam came to singing with that propensity or inherent understanding from the very beginning. I think music speaks to him on a very deep primal level.
And lucky us, he is able to share and translate that for us.
Like this: (plus bonus: red shirt)
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Post by sizzling63 on Dec 8, 2015 14:22:02 GMT -5
(For me, Shoshanna tweeting about "negativity" kind of shines a light on "negativity" . . . I wish she would just strictly highlight, retweet, respond to "positive" stuff and provide facts if she is going to tweet. What is the "dream" she is saying is being projected onto Adam anyway? A Grammy nom? And I am the only one who wants to tell Adam he is not a "dork," "nerd," all that stuff - I mean, I get why he says it, it's self-deprecatingly lovely, just a joke and such. Finally, couldn't Shosh just say in response to Adam's carrot pic, "so funny"? Instead of "so handsome"? Clearly, I am too sensitive to "laughing with" vs. "laughing at," but Adam actually IS so handsome . . . and funny and COOL enough to laugh at himself. What's next? Is she going to call him "Adumb"? I have no thoughts about Shoshanna doing whatever it is her job to do is, I am sure she does it more than fine enough for Adam/team to keep her - but her Twitter comments SOMETIMES seem unfortunate or uncomfortable to ME. I understand she has an actual, real relationship to Adam, one that seems on Twitter to involve almost a kind of big sister teasing nature to it, but when she tweets that out, to me, as she is also his rep., it is odd and off-putting. But I don't have Twitter and find a lot about it disturbing, anyway :/. I don't think it's a big deal, though, or anything, it's just a little thing to me.) I follow her on twitter and I have nothing negative to say. Being Adam's publicist may be one of the best jobs in the world but likely isn't always easy given his very passionate and involved fandom. Shoshanna is also from England and her way of communicating may be slightly different for US standards, so her sense of humor may appear as too sarcastic at times and her way to put fans into "their place" may feel a bit too direct, but I think she does a great job at keeping things lighthearted and fun while trying to be professional at the same time. I'm sure there are varied opinions on this subject. Peace! |
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Post by sizzling63 on Dec 8, 2015 14:26:08 GMT -5
www.clevescene.com/scene-and-heard/archives/2015/12/08/singer-songwriter-adam-lambert-delivers-theatrical-performance-at-connor-palaceSinger-Songwriter Adam Lambert Delivers Theatrical Performance at Connor Palace Concert Review Posted By Annie Zaleski on Tue, Dec 8, 2015 at 10:25 am img_7300.jpg "I'm such a dork," Adam Lambert exclaimed near the start of his Monday night Connor Palace headlining set, as he sipped a concoction meant to soothe his voice. "I'm a theater kid who became a pop thing." That was certainly obvious during his highly entertaining hour-long show: The former American Idol contestant's stage moves (goofy hip swivels, pelvic thrusts, booty shakes and precise hand gestures) oozed subtle theatricality and lighthearted glamour, while his vocal performances were a masterful display of both emotional restraint and pointed outbursts. Backed by a six-piece band—including a guitarist, bassist, drummer, two backup singers and a keyboardist/musical director—Lambert focused heavily on his latest album, this year's The Original High. Live, the sophistication of these songs stood out—from the soulful Broadway vibe of "The Light" and the disco-kissed "Evil In The Night" to the Weeknd-reminiscent slow-burner "Underground" and the snappy, galloping standout "Another Lonely Night." Lambert's shapeshifting performance abilities were also on display: He opened the night by performing newer single, "Ghost Town," which segued neatly from being an acoustic guitar-based ballad into an insistent dancefloor banger, and later ably performed the flashy hard rock number "Lucy." The night also featured choice cuts from Lambert's back catalog, from the strutting disco-pop jam "Shady" (which found him dabbing himself with a towel and then tossing it into the crowd), a stripped-back version of hit "Whataya Want From Me" and the stutter-step, slam-glam hit "Trespassing." The latter featured a mid-song segue into Queen's "Another One Bites The Dust," which allowed Lambert to underscore just exactly why he's been touring in the Freddie Mercury slot with the legendary rock band. After this song, the theater lights came up, signaling the end of the set. However, after some rather robust cries of "Adam! Adam!" from the screaming crowd, he and his band returned for a reggae-pop version of "If I Had You." While technically proficient, the approach to the song was somewhat energy-deficient, and ended the night on a somewhat lethargic note. The siblings-comprised quartet Echosmith preceded Lambert with a sincere, cool-as-ice dreampop set, highlighted at the end by an extended take on the hit "Cool Kids." I'm so glad this writer said that about If I Had You.. IMHO,somebody had to.. If Adam sang it like the original hit it would be rousing.. but the laid back version just puts a damper at the very end of his amazing show.. I hope if Adam asks his audience if they like that version ,there is a quiet response.. Just my opinion.. I may be in the minority with my love for the reggae version but I agree that it's not a perfect way to end the show. May be second to last for the band introduction and TP/AOBTD for an encore? I'm sure Adam will figure it out  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 8, 2015 14:38:54 GMT -5
I'm so glad this writer said that about If I Had You.. IMHO,somebody had to.. If Adam sang it like the original hit it would be rousing.. but the laid back version just puts a damper at the very end of his amazing show.. I hope if Adam asks his audience if they like that version ,there is a quiet response.. Just my opinion.. I may be in the minority with my love for the reggae version but I agree that it's not a perfect way to end the show. May be second to last for the band introduction and TP/AOBTD for an encore? I'm sure Adam will figure it out I like the reggae version, don't love it. But it seems Adam gets a big kick out of it so that is it for me! |
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Post by nonotme on Dec 8, 2015 14:46:15 GMT -5
Also, in other morning musings, I admit to a deep curiosity as to what Adam has planned for the blackened out infinity sign area. I don't think he will leave it like that, and I bet he had plans for that area when he blacked it out. Apparently the white ink on black ink tattoo is currently in vogue:  And I think that possibly he might be thinking of a new infinity sign using this method. I'm just not sure how they would deal with the black overage (outside the lines of the previous tat). Maybe fill it in with small flourishes? I haven't given up on the infinity sign, I still think that is his philosophy and approach. Imo. Plus it looks to me like the white on black would blend well with his existing tattoos. I read somewhere - Atop a few days back perhaps - that the infinity tattoo has not been blacked out. There has been the addition of a lot of plant-like fill around it, and it makes the area very dark, which does not photograph well. No idea if that is accurate, just something I read. peace&love |
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Post by sizzling63 on Dec 8, 2015 14:47:32 GMT -5
jordan will be successful after the voice, just watch. look at Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Adele, Meghan Trainor. none are what you would call the typical pop star package. to me, it seems the public is shifting and embracing the physical "underdog". also, there is a definite shift to "non-threatening" artists. the blander, the more appealing to the general public. none of this warms the cockles of my adamcentric heart. I think it's less "embracing the physical underdog" than it's more of a shift to liking a song that just works. For instance, I loved Meghan Trainor's first hit once I heard it on the radio, not even knowing who the artist was ... I personally like this renewed trend of music being appreciated for what it is without the persona trying to sell it. Still, looking drop dead gorgeous and having charisma and sex appeal oozing out of every pore can't be a bad thing. That's the icing on the cake, isn't it? |
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Post by pi on Dec 8, 2015 14:49:54 GMT -5
Comment under a video of the performance.. David Miller Only person to do a better job with this song is Adam Lambert. He did such a great job, he landed a gig with Queen. Jordan has a phenomenal voice and should win the Voice but Adam is probably the best voice to ever come out of a reality show |
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Post by taumbu on Dec 8, 2015 14:52:12 GMT -5
You know, we have discussed how Adam inhabits and internalizes and feels the songs he sings. Of course he has a magnificent voice, but I'm thinking that the emotion he brings, his living in the song, are what really sets him aside from others. Thinking of Jordan, maybe what he is missing for some of you is that quality of feeling a song. I wonder if that takes time to develop. Although I believe that Adam came to singing with that propensity or inherent understanding from the very beginning. I think music speaks to him on a very deep primal level. And lucky us, he is able to share and translate that for us. Like this: (plus bonus: red shirt) I've said this before, it's the actor in him. Adam knows how to tell a story in the song. That's what makes him different from most other pop singers. That is part of what makes him a great vocalist. He makes us feel. |
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Post by kwanyin on Dec 8, 2015 15:06:54 GMT -5
I can't help but think this should be the next single. I absolutely agree with you sizzling63!   The Light is the first song I play on the album. Loooovvve it....I could also say that we need the light right now; the song lifts me whenever I hear it. And I love to watch Adam sing it. |
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