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Post by lurleene on Jun 24, 2021 20:22:45 GMT -5
Rewatched THE QAL story documentary on Netflix. Because it’s so good. But anyone get struck when Adams like “because the stakes were so high for me”. I always assumed he was talking about the Freddie disclaimer etc. But wonder deeper then that. His solo career was kinda in free fall zone. I wonder if Queen was a calculated risk. That obviously payed off. It’s also amazing when they talk about How Freddie could do it all. Like in the 1992 tribute show. They had to get the most famous music artists to do one show. As no one had that diverse range like Freddie. And barring a miracle. No one would ever. Then Adam walked in. I love that documentary so much...I keep watching it because I keep finding new things that slipped by me each time. There is so much information there, especially since I didn't know anything about Queen before Adam joined them. I do think that Queen was a risk in some ways. He couldn't be sure if he would have time for both solo and QAL probably, but also, once he joined Queen, would they take over his career or would he be able to be solo at the same time...could he be solo Adam and Queen Adam at the same time. I get the feeling, from listening to some of his interviews, that being able to do solo music is very important to Adam. I thought he was talking about the risk of joining Queen too. There was a big risk of rejection. But as it turned out, he had nothing to worry about. Yes there were the naysayers who resented him (most who never went to the concerts) and some reviewers who acted as if they owed Freddie their loyalty. Many of them probably never even saw Freddie live, lol. But the full arenas/stadiums and happy fans and some great reviews told the better and real story. And Brian and Roger had the final say and they loved him. His Original High Tour was in the middle of the Queen tours. It was a success and his fans were happy but I think some of the reviewers seemed to be a little disappointed in the pop aspect (a few said as much). I can't help but wonder if they would have been more pleased with the Velvet Tour as he had a different look and flavor with just his band and some backup singers starting that era. I have no doubt his voice and showmanship would have been a huge hit. |
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Post by nica575 on Jun 24, 2021 21:11:23 GMT -5
I love that documentary so much...I keep watching it because I keep finding new things that slipped by me each time. There is so much information there, especially since I didn't know anything about Queen before Adam joined them. I do think that Queen was a risk in some ways. He couldn't be sure if he would have time for both solo and QAL probably, but also, once he joined Queen, would they take over his career or would he be able to be solo at the same time...could he be solo Adam and Queen Adam at the same time. I get the feeling, from listening to some of his interviews, that being able to do solo music is very important to Adam. I thought he was talking about the risk of joining Queen too. There was a big risk of rejection. But as it turned out, he had nothing to worry about. Yes there were the naysayers who resented him (most who never went to the concerts) and some reviewers who acted as if they owed Freddie their loyalty. Many of them probably never even saw Freddie live, lol. But the full arenas/stadiums and happy fans and some great reviews told the better and real story. And Brian and Roger had the final say and they loved him. His Original High Tour was in the middle of the Queen tours. It was a success and his fans were happy but I think some of the reviewers seemed to be a little disappointed in the pop aspect (a few said as much). I can't help but wonder if they would have been more pleased with the Velvet Tour as he had a different look and flavor with just his band and some backup singers starting that era. I have no doubt his voice and showmanship would have been a huge hit. The risk Adam took with Queen has payed off in more ways than I could hope. I think the most important effect of his triumph in this impossible role was and is the rise of enormous respect and industry standing level that wouldn’t be there without QAL. And imo The resulting financial security gave Adam his freedom to conduct the solo career the way he wants. QAL is a true GFG from every possible POV.  |
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Post by nica575 on Jun 24, 2021 21:41:49 GMT -5
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Post by girldrummer on Jun 25, 2021 8:12:37 GMT -5
QAL gave Adam that much-needed cred that allowed him to be accepted by those outside his loyal fan base. It became far more cool to like him. Brian and Roger's praise of him was irrefutable. Often, Adam is introduced at an interview with "here is the front man for Queen" and then his solo identity is mentioned second. That's understandable. QAL has given him so much exposure world-wide. The benefits have been beyond measure.
As for his solo career being in a free-fall zone at the time, I believe that without QAL, his solo career would have carried on at its own level with his fans sticking by him at every turn. Even with QAL, he is not a solo-act arena filler. He's a niche kind of guy, both on and off the stage. He is not generic in the least. But his vocal talents are universally respected. I'm so glad he has been discovered by some film producers and director who have given him a chance to work with them. More to come, I hope. I think one of his biggest assets is his naturally easy personality. He's easy to work with. He doesn't "act out" in a negative way like some stars do. He's just a good guy. He has years ahead of him without QAL. I think his solo music career will take on different forms. And it looks like he's getting attention and acceptance by more people in the business who are taking advantage of his talents. And he's expanding his social activism profile, too. He's unique. His career doesn't have to be just about the singing.
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Post by lurleene on Jun 25, 2021 12:06:20 GMT -5
QAL gave Adam that much-needed cred that allowed him to be accepted by those outside his loyal fan base. It became far more cool to like him. Brian and Roger's praise of him was irrefutable. Often, Adam is introduced at an interview with "here is the front man for Queen" and then his solo identity is mentioned second. That's understandable. QAL has given him so much exposure world-wide. The benefits have been beyond measure. As for his solo career being in a free-fall zone at the time, I believe that without QAL, his solo career would have carried on at its own level with his fans sticking by him at every turn. Even with QAL, he is not a solo-act arena filler. He's a niche kind of guy, both on and off the stage. He is not generic in the least. But his vocal talents are universally respected. I'm so glad he has been discovered by some film producers and director who have given him a chance to work with them. More to come, I hope. I think one of his biggest assets is his naturally easy personality. He's easy to work with. He doesn't "act out" in a negative way like some stars do. He's just a good guy. He has years ahead of him without QAL. I think his solo music career will take on different forms. And it looks like he's getting attention and acceptance by more people in the business who are taking advantage of his talents. And he's expanding his social activism profile, too. He's unique. His career doesn't have to be just about the singing. I agree. I don't think the people in the industry judge a career by radio and chart level alone. He was always able to tour well solo when he toured (absent QAL, he likely would have solo toured more) and he never stopped getting many offers doing diverse things. QAL took him to another level financially and with more worldwide exposure than he already had. All part of his career. Solo, QAL, Judging, acting and guest appearances. He never stopped being on the radar. |
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Post by girldrummer on Jun 25, 2021 22:14:16 GMT -5
Thanks for responding to my post, lurleene. I was certain that I wrote it too late for anyone to notice. Your perspective is very close to mine. Adam has always been on the radar, solo and otherwise. He's one of those performers who will always "be there" is some way, whether it's singing or acting or something else. He's broken through that invisible window into legit celeb status. IMO anyway. Post-QAL, I think his career will take many new turns.
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