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Post by Jablea on Jul 19, 2011 23:33:41 GMT -5
Wow! A year since the Boise show. My one time only home town show. Front row balcony with my husband. The lady and her husband on my left had driven down from Montana, her sister in Seattle had told her about his operatic voice on Soaked. Shared my glow sticks with her. The younger women on our right were members of Adam Official. One was filming so I thought video might appear but it never has, I didn’t take my big camera as they were supposed to have a pretty strict camera policy. I have the entire concert recorded on my mp3 player, a bit muddled in spots but much richer sound than the one Janus put up. I really need to send it to someone who can clean it up.
I might be responsible for their mishaps on the river as I did tweet Sasha about it since they had been doing local stuff everywhere they had a bit of a layover. Had drinks with a couple from work before the show. Her hubby liked WWFM radio version and had been getting teased a bit at his work for coming to the show. They know I keep up on him and asked over the 4th if anything was coming up so I filled them in. I remember a lady I overheard in the bathroom who was telling everyone she was so excited that he would be going straight to Vegas! Yep, pre-Adam I thought that was the big time too. Maybe I’ll have to get brave and organize a listening party or something for the new album.
Not many in the balcony stood up. Not that they weren’t enjoying, just they could see so well already. At the end Adam’s hand went up to thank those of us up in the balcony. I swear I was not in control of my hand as it shot up in the air in acknowledgement. I did feel a bit sorry for those of you down in the orchestra pit. I wouldn’t have been able to act interested in Orinathi and Allison. I love that they were there but I can’t understand either of their songs.
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Post by adamrocks on Jul 19, 2011 23:33:49 GMT -5
You can download it yourself at this site. I've been using it. Just paste in the YT address and go. VERY easy. www.savevid.comThanks, Holst, I'll give it a try.
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Post by cassie on Jul 19, 2011 23:39:04 GMT -5
" - - - a thing called hope, and I can't get it out of my heart - - not this heart". Yes, yes, and YES to everything you've said. Not only will we once again spin in the wonder of Adam's voice; we will have his words - his thoughts, perceptions and feelings, to resonate within us and beyond us. Aw, momtomany, you got my obscure reference. (A song from South Pacific. For the late night denizens who might be interested, here is the incomparable voice and artistry of Julie Andrews singing the number.) Q3, we treasure you for your ability to amass data from the biz and apply it to Adam's career with objectivity. I totally understand what you are saying about the possibilities. I will be thrilled if Adam produces the album I am hoping for, whether it sells 100,000 or 1,000,000. I'm first and foremost excited about the quality, not the quantity. And I think there is a very good chance it will be as good as I am hoping, if not better. You have a much better grasp on the real world of the music business than I do, and I appreciate your rationality. It clarifies for me the difference between great art, critical acclaim, and sales. They are three different criteria for success. We, too often, look to objective numbers to evaluate art, and that is a very poor measure. I will be keeping my eyes and ears on the product, not the numbers when Adam #2 is released.
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Post by momtomany on Jul 19, 2011 23:44:09 GMT -5
But isn't Burning Man suppose to a private personal growing experience where people can go and explore, experiment, and create art in an open and free community. I would think video cameras documenting their journey might take away some of the spontaneity this Utopia community prides itself on promoting. You're right. I'm just dreaming.[/quo.te] Girl, you have an aura about you that I noticed in the time we spent together before the Music Box concert in LA. I've watched your growth over the months here at Atop, and I know you've said it is all due to Adam, but I have to wonder, what effect did your experiences at Burning Man last year contribute to the changes you've experienced and the new freedom you feel. Is it something you'd be comfortable sharing? Just wondering if it's all Adam or also some Burning Man Ah, Mangokat. A PM is in order. Not that my story is so special; just that there is more to tell. Even the decision to go to Burning Man requires a leap of faith. In yourself. The Playa is an alkaline, potash lake bed. A community rises in an atmosphere that does not support the lives of flies, spiders, mosquitoes, or any insects - - or plants or birds. Participants must supply their own water and food. Desert heat, wind and dust can leave you blind. Nothing is for sale except coffee and ice. (and, last year, lemonade). Contrary to the belief of many, Black Rock City does not encourage bartering. You give freely; expecting nothing in return. The joy is in giving and participating. Music is 24/7. So is the party. The joy, the art, the discovery, the challenge to become. After midnight, it becomes 'Disney on Parade' times x1000. Neon and fire. Last year, after nine days and the burn, we left. Ready for home and a shower and, for me, news of Adam (no wifi, no internet). I was spent. Yet, as we slowly left our mark in the playa dust I cried; wanting to stay among the land of hugs freely given, meals shared, bareness believed, honesty and fear and emotion laid as bare as the arid land. I haven't meant to go on like this. May as well post; our thread is about done for today, anyway. Mangokat - there is much more. I have changed; you are so right. Let me close by saying I'm so glad I'm beyond who I used to be.
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Post by adamrocks on Jul 19, 2011 23:49:18 GMT -5
You can download it yourself at this site. I've been using it. Just paste in the YT address and go. VERY easy. www.savevid.com Holst it wants me to download Savevid.com to my computer. Did you do this and it was a safe secure site? It looks like a great easy way to get mp4s! I've had several viruses in the past so I always worry about downloads. I don't know much about this kind of stuff.
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Post by SusieFierce on Jul 19, 2011 23:54:34 GMT -5
You're right. I'm just dreaming.[/quo.te] Girl, you have an aura about you that I noticed in the time we spent together before the Music Box concert in LA. I've watched your growth over the months here at Atop, and I know you've said it is all due to Adam, but I have to wonder, what effect did your experiences at Burning Man last year contribute to the changes you've experienced and the new freedom you feel. Is it something you'd be comfortable sharing? Just wondering if it's all Adam or also some Burning Man Ah, Mangokat. A PM is in order. Not that my story is so special; just that there is more to tell. Even the decision to go to Burning Man requires a leap of faith. In yourself. The Playa is an alkaline, potash lake bed. A community rises in an atmosphere that does not support the lives of flies, spiders, mosquitoes, or any insects - - or plants or birds. Participants must supply their own water and food. Desert heat, wind and dust can leave you blind. Nothing is for sale except coffee and ice. (and, last year, lemonade). Contrary to the belief of many, Black Rock City does not encourage bartering. You give freely; expecting nothing in return. The joy is in giving and participating. Music is 24/7. So is the party. The joy, the art, the discovery, the challenge to become. After midnight, it becomes 'Disney on Parade' times x1000. Neon and fire. Last year, after nine days and the burn, we left. Ready for home and a shower and, for me, news of Adam (no wifi, no internet). I was spent. Yet, as we slowly left our mark in the playa dust I cried; wanting to stay among the land of hugs freely given, meals shared, bareness believed, honesty and fear and emotion laid as bare as the arid land. I haven't meant to go on like this. May as well post; our thread is about done for today, anyway. Mangokat - there is much more. I have changed; you are so right. Let me close by saying I'm so glad I'm beyond who I used to be. Wow, momtomany, you went for nine days on your first time out? I've known people who have gone in the past, but I was always under the impression it was for four or five days max. (Probably my supposition.) Wow, that's a commitment for your first time. Can you go back and forth for supplies? Bringing water for nine days for more than one person seems like a daunting prospect. (Especially if you want to sponge bathe even a little bit.) It does sound pretty amazing. I could see maybe three days or so, but nine seems like it could be life-altering. How exciting for you!!
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Post by maria222pf on Jul 20, 2011 0:00:02 GMT -5
David Cook is no AFL, by any stretch of the imagination. He is just another WGWG with an average talent, and no clue how to market himself. The label cannot do it all, the artist must take responsibility as well. And Adam has worked his ass off in that regard these last two years. Cook not so much. No comparison can be made with Cook and Adam's rollout of sophomore albums. IMHO ITA
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Post by adamrocks on Jul 20, 2011 0:03:18 GMT -5
Momtomany I didn't know you had been to Burning Man! (I must be living under a rock.) It sounds like one has to experience it to truly understand how it touches your soul. What an amazing opportunity for you. And I bet it has given you a kind of strength that you will always carry with you.
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Post by momtomany on Jul 20, 2011 0:04:23 GMT -5
Ah, Mangokat. A PM is in order. Not that my story is so special; just that there is more to tell. Even the decision to go to Burning Man requires a leap of faith. In yourself. The Playa is an alkaline, potash lake bed. A community rises in an atmosphere that does not support the lives of flies, spiders, mosquitoes, or any insects - - or plants or birds. Participants must supply their own water and food. Desert heat, wind and dust can leave you blind. Nothing is for sale except coffee and ice. (and, last year, lemonade). Contrary to the belief of many, Black Rock City does not encourage bartering. You give freely; expecting nothing in return. The joy is in giving and participating. Music is 24/7. So is the party. The joy, the art, the discovery, the challenge to become. After midnight, it becomes 'Disney on Parade' times x1000. Neon and fire. Last year, after nine days and the burn, we left. Ready for home and a shower and, for me, news of Adam (no wifi, no internet). I was spent. Yet, as we slowly left our mark in the playa dust I cried; wanting to stay among the land of hugs freely given, meals shared, bareness believed, honesty and fear and emotion laid as bare as the arid land. I haven't meant to go on like this. May as well post; our thread is about done for today, anyway. Mangokat - there is much more. I have changed; you are so right. Let me close by saying I'm so glad I'm beyond who I used to be. Wow, momtomany, you went for nine days on your first time out? I've known people who have gone in the past, but I was always under the impression it was for four or five days max. (Probably my supposition.) Wow, that's a commitment for your first time. Can you go back and forth for supplies? Bringing water for nine days for more than one person seems like a daunting prospect. (Especially if you want to sponge bathe even a little bit.) It does sound pretty amazing. I could see maybe three days or so, but nine seems like it could be life-altering. How exciting for you!! Yep - nine days! One shower, next to the bar (lovingly called the 'Pharmacy' at Med Station 9) This year we're bringing baby wipes. Speaking of 'babies' I need to sleep like one. AM shift will arrive too soon. I've probably posted too much tonite; it's still in my nature to apologize - Burning Man or not! Have I told all of you lately how much I love you?
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