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Post by sizzling63 on Jun 29, 2017 19:38:44 GMT -5
Adam Lambert | Back to index | YouTube stats | 06/29 19:20 EDT Two Fux iTunes: #1 Finland #6 Bulgaria #13 New Zealand #14 Israel #15 Vietnam #33 Ukraine #139 Australia #193 Spain Finland coming through again!!!!
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Post by sizzling63 on Jun 29, 2017 19:39:33 GMT -5
Off to SAP now
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Post by adamrocks on Jun 29, 2017 19:58:28 GMT -5
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Post by cassie on Jun 29, 2017 20:00:17 GMT -5
I must say that I am getting stressed by reading a number of reviews of QAL saying that Adam is doing a good job of "filling in" for Freddie or "covering" Queen's songs or whatever! Some reviewers are saying that because Adam says he's a big fan of Freddie, or says that he realizes how amazing Freddie was, or says that he dedicated his new song (Two Fux) to Freddie that just shows that this show is really a salute to Freddie as opposed to a QAL concert. IMO, Adam is saying and doing all of that to appease the old guard Queen fans and show them that he is no threat to Freddie's memory but perhaps he should be moving on from that a bit. How do others here feel about it? Am I alone in feeling this way? I talked to many, many Queen fans after the concerts who said that speech made them Adam fans. It is gracious and I think appropriate. So I sort of agree with you on that point. It is for the Queen fans -- but not to appease them, to respect them. Regarding the critics and reviews -- Adam is getting real respect for his vocals and performance. That is what I focus on. Adam is singing the songs that Freddie performed and in many cases wrote. And many parts of the concert are a tribute to Freddie. This concert is the most Adamized so far -- Freddie never did anything like Adam's KQ, or the bicycle, and so on. And Adam owns a few songs now -- including WWTLF. I have come to acceptance that Adam will, for many people and many reviewers, always be the stand in for Freddie. I think that Adam, Brian and Roger are all fine with that. In fact, have designed it that way. They have never said, "Adam is a member of Queen" any more than they say Spike is, even after 30+ years performing with the band. The closest they come is to say they all feel like "family" now. Plus, they are sneaking in little hints that Adam is a crucial part of their show.... singing almost all of Bo Rhap. The three taking final bows together as a unit. Making statements that they are performing now only because of Adam. Creating a new show that pivots even more on Adam as the lead, putting his own spin on Queen classics. Incorporating 2FX into the set list. Tho' we still constantly get the FLD, the tone and comments have changed. Adam is getting overwhelmingly positive reactions, and he is being appreciated for the things he brings to the show and the incredible voice that powers the repertoire. After reading Lindsay Parker's interview, I think Adam's experience with Queen has had a defining impact on Adam. There are hints in the interview that he may have given up searching for that superstar top40 pop celebrity by twisting himself into different versions of what he is being told is the right image and formula. He said that Queen's repertoire and style fits him very well, and their style is certainly not in line with top40 pop today. He has heard 5 years of stories about Freddie and his singularity. And Adam has performed at the apex of the concert world all around the globe. Queen has also provided enough $$ that he is set for life. Perhaps he realized that he has achieved greatness at the highest level with the Queen tours. He has acknowledged that he is a unicorn, a black swan, and he will be happiest following his own muse rather than fighting for commercial success. He has also made a shitload of money to be able to support his artistic vision without having to angst about commercial radio success. At least, that is my hope for him. If Adam is at the point in his life where he can pursue his unique vision freely, and use his prodigious talents to the fullest (including that magnificent vocal instrument) I think we will see and hear wonders. I don't give two fux about commercial celebrity, and perhaps now he no longer does either.
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Post by adamrocks on Jun 29, 2017 20:00:44 GMT -5
Off to SAP now Have fun!!
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Post by bridgeymah on Jun 29, 2017 20:05:37 GMT -5
I talked to many, many Queen fans after the concerts who said that speech made them Adam fans. It is gracious and I think appropriate. So I sort of agree with you on that point. It is for the Queen fans -- but not to appease them, to respect them. Regarding the critics and reviews -- Adam is getting real respect for his vocals and performance. That is what I focus on. Adam is singing the songs that Freddie performed and in many cases wrote. And many parts of the concert are a tribute to Freddie. This concert is the most Adamized so far -- Freddie never did anything like Adam's KQ, or the bicycle, and so on. And Adam owns a few songs now -- including WWTLF. I have come to acceptance that Adam will, for many people and many reviewers, always be the stand in for Freddie. I think that Adam, Brian and Roger are all fine with that. In fact, have designed it that way. They have never said, "Adam is a member of Queen" any more than they say Spike is, even after 30+ years performing with the band. The closest they come is to say they all feel like "family" now. Plus, they are sneaking in little hints that Adam is a crucial part of their show.... singing almost all of Bo Rhap. The three taking final bows together as a unit. Making statements that they are performing now only because of Adam. Creating a new show that pivots even more on Adam as the lead, putting his own spin on Queen classics. Incorporating 2FX into the set list. Tho' we still constantly get the FLD, the tone and comments have changed. Adam is getting overwhelmingly positive reactions, and he is being appreciated for the things he brings to the show and the incredible voice that powers the repertoire. After reading Lindsay Parker's interview, I think Adam's experience with Queen has had a defining impact on Adam. There are hints in the interview that he may have given up searching for that superstar top40 pop celebrity by twisting himself into different versions of what he is being told is the right image and formula. He said that Queen's repertoire and style fits him very well, and their style is certainly not in line with top40 pop today. He has heard 5 years of stories about Freddie and his singularity. And Adam has performed at the apex of the concert world all around the globe. Queen has also provided enough $$ that he is set for life. Perhaps he realized that he has achieved greatness at the highest level with the Queen tours. He has acknowledged that he is a unicorn, a black swan, and he will be happiest following his own muse rather than fighting for commercial success. He has also made a shitload of money to be able to support his artistic vision without having to angst about commercial radio success. At least, that is my hope for him. If Adam is at the point in his life where he can pursue his unique vision freely, and use his prodigious talents to the fullest (including that magnificent vocal instrument) I think we will see and hear wonders. I don't give two fux about commercial celebrity, and perhaps now he no longer does either. In line with the commercial success two fux here is a fab article from another queen on two fux that speaks to the struggle medium.com/@amandapalmer/oh-lorde-deliver-me-from-fucking-joan-17ed0a1d83e8
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Post by adamrocks on Jun 29, 2017 20:08:06 GMT -5
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Post by adamrocks on Jun 29, 2017 20:14:33 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jun 29, 2017 20:16:34 GMT -5
That interview with Lyndsey is EVERYTHING!! He is so happy and in such a good place!!
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Post by adamrocks on Jun 29, 2017 20:17:46 GMT -5
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