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Post by girldrummer on Sept 30, 2019 10:54:45 GMT -5
Finally, with an hour left in the program, Malek, who won an Oscar for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in “Bohemian Rhapsody” earlier this year, introduced Queen and guest vocalist Adam Lambert — and the group did not disappoint. Lambert’s operatic vocals echoed Mercury’s and guitarist Brian May showed off his considerable chops on a hit parade that included “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Another One Bites the Dust,” “We Will Rock You,” “We Are the Champions,” “I Want It All,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” “Under Pressure,” “Radio Gaga” and “Somebody to Love.” Video clips of Mercury meshed with the live band on several occasions. I know I am preaching to the choir, but this phrase just pisses me off. I can usually deal with the FLDs everyone feels the need to throw into their comments about QAL. "He's not Freddie". Or even, "Almost as good as Freddie." Everyone is entitled to their opinions, I tell myself. BUT, let's talk facts. Adam's vocals, operatic or not, do NOT ECHO Mercury's. Echoing meaning copying or sounding the same. They do not. Not in tone, not in technique, not in delivery, not in style, not in intent. Granted, he sings the same songs, and he can hit the high notes Freddie did in the studio (tho' not often in live performances past the very early days). That is where the vocal similarities end. Yes, Adam's vocals have an operatic quality to them; not unexpected considering his training and background. Freddie's never did. Freddie sang rock very well. Freddie wanted to sing opera. Freddie even sang some songs with an opera singer. But, he never sounded remotely operatic. Sorry folks. OKay, I will get off my soapbox now. Thanks for letting me vent. I have the exact same peeve. Some writers and reviewers still feel the need to find so-called similarities between the two that they can then pick apart to determine "who is better." blah blah blah. There is no ECHO because the two are very different in many ways, other than they sing the same songs. It's like comparing Ringo Starr's original "A Little Help From My Friends" with Joe Cocker's version. Talk about different! But equally great in their own way. And I'll once again add my ongoing pet peeve: those who suggest that QAL is "riding high" because of the success of the movie. QAL has been riding high for eight years. The movie was just a nice boost. There! Finished with my pet peeves.
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Post by popalock on Sept 30, 2019 10:56:04 GMT -5
Finally, with an hour left in the program, Malek, who won an Oscar for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in “Bohemian Rhapsody” earlier this year, introduced Queen and guest vocalist Adam Lambert — and the group did not disappoint. Lambert’s operatic vocals echoed Mercury’s and guitarist Brian May showed off his considerable chops on a hit parade that included “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Another One Bites the Dust,” “We Will Rock You,” “We Are the Champions,” “I Want It All,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” “Under Pressure,” “Radio Gaga” and “Somebody to Love.” Video clips of Mercury meshed with the live band on several occasions. I know I am preaching to the choir, but this phrase just pisses me off. I can usually deal with the FLDs everyone feels the need to throw into their comments about QAL. "He's not Freddie". Or even, "Almost as good as Freddie." Everyone is entitled to their opinions, I tell myself. BUT, let's talk facts. Adam's vocals, operatic or not, do NOT ECHO Mercury's. Echoing meaning copying or sounding the same. They do not. Not in tone, not in technique, not in delivery, not in style, not in intent. Granted, he sings the same songs, and he can hit the high notes Freddie did in the studio (tho' not often in live performances past the very early days). That is where the vocal similarities end. Yes, Adam's vocals have an operatic quality to them; not unexpected considering his training and background. Freddie's never did. Freddie sang rock very well. Freddie wanted to sing opera. Freddie even sang some songs with an opera singer. But, he never sounded remotely operatic. Sorry folks. OKay, I will get off my soapbox now. Thanks for letting me vent. Nailed it. Totally agree with your assessment.
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Post by girldrummer on Sept 30, 2019 10:56:28 GMT -5
Adam is such a gentleman through and through.
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Post by adamrocks on Sept 30, 2019 10:57:44 GMT -5
I really enjoyed this interview. Adam is so articulate, intelligent, personable, and likable expressing himself here. I love his commonsense approach to each other...treat others as you want to be treated and step into others' shoes to better understand and respect each other.
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Post by MeggyMeg on Sept 30, 2019 11:04:18 GMT -5
I know I am preaching to the choir, but this phrase just pisses me off. I can usually deal with the FLDs everyone feels the need to throw into their comments about QAL. "He's not Freddie". Or even, "Almost as good as Freddie." Everyone is entitled to their opinions, I tell myself. BUT, let's talk facts. Adam's vocals, operatic or not, do NOT ECHO Mercury's. Echoing meaning copying or sounding the same. They do not. Not in tone, not in technique, not in delivery, not in style, not in intent. Granted, he sings the same songs, and he can hit the high notes Freddie did in the studio (tho' not often in live performances past the very early days). That is where the vocal similarities end. Yes, Adam's vocals have an operatic quality to them; not unexpected considering his training and background. Freddie's never did. Freddie sang rock very well. Freddie wanted to sing opera. Freddie even sang some songs with an opera singer. But, he never sounded remotely operatic. Sorry folks. OKay, I will get off my soapbox now. Thanks for letting me vent. Nailed it. Totally agree with your assessment.
Agree with everything all of you have said.
Another "pet peeve" of mine is when media outlets refer to Adam as a "guest singer" or some variation of thereof. "Guest" implies something short lived and temporary. It's almost been 9 years, Freddie, or anyone else, for that matter isn't coming through that door.
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Post by abriton on Sept 30, 2019 11:04:52 GMT -5
Love the Smooth interview. He looks so gorgeous, as usual. Love the hair. Yes, Adam for president! Speaking of president, off topic, but I recommend the new series The President on Netfli: outstanding IMO. Stars Ben Platt from the concert. Can’t wait for the next season.
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Post by svca on Sept 30, 2019 11:05:20 GMT -5
Finally, with an hour left in the program, Malek, who won an Oscar for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in “Bohemian Rhapsody” earlier this year, introduced Queen and guest vocalist Adam Lambert — and the group did not disappoint. Lambert’s operatic vocals echoed Mercury’s and guitarist Brian May showed off his considerable chops on a hit parade that included “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Another One Bites the Dust,” “We Will Rock You,” “We Are the Champions,” “I Want It All,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” “Under Pressure,” “Radio Gaga” and “Somebody to Love.” Video clips of Mercury meshed with the live band on several occasions. I know I am preaching to the choir, but this phrase just pisses me off. I can usually deal with the FLDs everyone feels the need to throw into their comments about QAL. "He's not Freddie". Or even, "Almost as good as Freddie." Everyone is entitled to their opinions, I tell myself. BUT, let's talk facts. Adam's vocals, operatic or not, do NOT ECHO Mercury's. Echoing meaning copying or sounding the same. They do not. Not in tone, not in technique, not in delivery, not in style, not in intent. Granted, he sings the same songs, and he can hit the high notes Freddie did in the studio (tho' not often in live performances past the very early days). That is where the vocal similarities end. Yes, Adam's vocals have an operatic quality to them; not unexpected considering his training and background. Freddie's never did. Freddie sang rock very well. Freddie wanted to sing opera. Freddie even sang some songs with an opera singer. But, he never sounded remotely operatic. Sorry folks. OKay, I will get off my soapbox now. Thanks for letting me vent. Lol, I gave hubby the same speech yesterday when I saw this. He's not uber familiar with Freddie, but when I read him the bolded, he kind of looked at me puzzled....Freddie, operatic?
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Post by DancyGeorgia on Sept 30, 2019 11:11:13 GMT -5
I noticed the original webcast for the entire Global Citizen Festival is now available. To watch the Queen segment, click on this link: youtu.be/81LliO0EYeU?t=19615The picture and audio quality is so much superior to that of the MSNBC version. There are also less intrusive logo's on the screen. Now you can also download the whole thing with JDownloader software as well You also get the entire Rami introduction as well (not on MSNBC) First I've heard of JDownloader but I am interested in checking it out. I went to their web page but am not finding any instructions on how to use the program. Do you know where to find the instructions or even enough screen shots to get a summary of what the program does?
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Post by jason90405 on Sept 30, 2019 11:29:08 GMT -5
Just install the program and copy the Youtube link into the memory and then click on Start Downloads on the bottom right corner of the program.
You can save any of the Youtube videos into your hard drive for archive.
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Post by skaschep on Sept 30, 2019 11:34:31 GMT -5
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