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Post by lynne on Mar 12, 2012 21:15:43 GMT -5
I am 100% certain Adam wanted a Bonnie/Ollie Gee song as the lead single. He wrote on those songs, and he feels proud of them. Plus, he would benefit more financially if they hit. I'm pretty sure that he wants one of his own songs to be the next single as well.
The label picked BTIKM. He says there are four songs in contention for the next single. One is probably NCOE. He probably thinks that is a good song, but also wants to see if one of his own songs is the best to push for along side that one, and so he decided to perform and play a few of them to feel the audience reaction to them. That would also be information he could take back as a talking point in the decision making process.
Like MyS*&@^#r, I don't think Adam changed his dress and style to meet an RCA "safer image" goal. I think he didn't want to box himself into one style or into to having to be
over the top in one glittery way for the rest of his career, and that is smart. I also think he is feeling good about how he looks and is enjoying letting that be center just now.
However, I do think that Adam lost the lead single battle with BTIKM, or made compromises about it, or let himself be talked into the idea of it as a lead single at the very least. Then, the decision a done deal, I think he jumped on board behind it with all he had to use it as an introduction to the dark and light sides of the album. And he made
a kick ass video to breathe more life into the song.
Adam is very good at playing the game. Those of us watching idol could see that. Those of us who have followed his every move since then can see how he maximizes opportunities and turns setbacks into the best opportunities he can create. I love this about him. It is that quality, combined with his incredible talent and charisma, that will keep him going and that will continue to bring him success by one path or another.
Adam is a risk taker, and though he often says he is impulsive in the moment, I bet when it comes to dealing with RCA, he plans his every move. They may have hold of one of his hands, but I'm pretty sure he stretches the other hand outside of the box as far as he is able, points enthusiastically to all that is out there and lets smiling pied piper light Adam try to take them to places they don't even know they want to go.
I hope he succeeds sooner than later. I hope he succeeds with the next single. But for me, and so many other of his fans, he succeeded a long time ago, and living outside of the box with him, musically, momentarily, is an exhilarating trip that leads us (happily) right down the rabbit hole we all (obviously) love so very much.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2012 21:16:42 GMT -5
I wonder when Sauli flew home? Anyone know? Has there been any clue as to the fan response for tickets to the meet and greets? Has Sauli flown home? I think Boston would be a great place for Sauli to visit with Adam! |
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Post by revlisacat on Mar 12, 2012 21:17:46 GMT -5
Okay, did my MTV voting and saw the number move up a little bit, but not much. Did my VH1 voting as well and my other votes as requested!
I think the interviews from today were great -- I have used Throat Coat for years as well, and it works really well although it is an acquired taste because it has slippery elm bark as an ingredient.
BTW -- re: the photos of Adam rolling his suitcases into the airport -- who LOOKS like that at the airport, I ask you? Beautiful and fierce even when rolling his bags. Amazing!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2012 21:19:08 GMT -5
I am 100% certain Adam wanted a Bonnie/Ollie Gee song as the lead single. He wrote on those songs, and he feels proud of them. Plus, he would benefit more financially if they hit. I'm pretty sure that he wants one of his own songs to be the next single as well. The label picked BTIKM. He says there are four songs in contention for the next single. One is probably NCOE. Adam is probably trying to figure out which one of his own songs is the best to push for, and so he decided to perform and play a few of them to feel audience reaction. That would also be something he could take back as a talking point in the decision making process. Like MyS*&@^#r, I don't think Adam changed his dress and style to meet an RCA "safer image" goal. I think he didn't want to box himself in to one style or into to having to be over the top in one glittery way for the rest of his career, and I think that is smart. I also think he is feeling good about how he looks and is enjoying letting that be center just now. However, I do think that Adam lost the lead single battle, or made compromises about it, or let himself be talked into the idea at the very least. Then, the decision a done deal, I think he jumped on board behind it with all he had to use it as an introduction to the dark and light sides of the album. And he made a kick ass video to breathe more life into the song. Adam is very good at playing the game. Those of us watching idol could see that. Those of us who have followed his every move since then can see how he maximizes opportunities and turns setbacks into the best opportunities he can create. I love this about him. It is that quality, combined with his incredible talent and charisma, that will keep him going and that will continue to bring him success by one path or another. Adam is a risk taker, and though he often says he is impulsive in the moment, I bet when it comes to dealing with RCA, he plans his every move. They may have hold of one of his hands, but I'm pretty sure he stretches the other hand outside of the box as far as he is able, points enthusiastically to all that is out there and lets smiling pied piper light Adam try to take them to places they don't even know they want to go. I hope he succeeds sooner than later. I hope he succeeds with the next single. But for me, and so many other of his fans, he succeeded a long time ago, and living outside of the box with him, musically, momentarily, is an exhilarating trip that leads us (happily) right down the rabbit hole we all (obviously) love so very much. album  |
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Post by pi on Mar 12, 2012 21:22:59 GMT -5
I'm way back on pg 13, but wanted to know if BTIKM already got a spin on Chicago takeover so I don't keep whackin.. ? It's hovering at #5 but isn't moving up..
ETA It's at #4!
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Post by whatyasay on Mar 12, 2012 21:23:03 GMT -5
WHOA!! THAT ROBERT ONE IS LIKE WHOA!!!! Reeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallly far behind but can I just say how much I LOVE THIS REMIX!!!!!!!!! |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2012 21:24:31 GMT -5
I guess after playing with Queen,Adam will be reassessing his band members..LOL  HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY, Melliemom!  |
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Post by adamfanem on Mar 12, 2012 21:25:51 GMT -5
I am 100% certain Adam wanted a Bonnie/Ollie Gee song as the lead single. He wrote on those songs, and he feels proud of them. Plus, he would benefit more financially if they hit. I'm pretty sure that he wants one of his own songs to be the next single as well.The label picked BTIKM. He says there are four songs in contention for the next single. One is probably NCOE. He probably thinks that is a good song, but also wants to see if one of his own songs is the best to push for along side that one, and so he decided to perform and play a few of them to feel the audience reaction to them. That would also be information he could take back as a talking point in the decision making process. Like MyS*&@^#r, I don't think Adam changed his dress and style to meet an RCA "safer image" goal. I think he didn't want to box himself in to one style or into to having to be over the top in one glittery way for the rest of his career, and I think that is smart. I also think he is feeling good about how he looks and is enjoying letting that be center just now. However, I do think that Adam lost the lead single battle, or made compromises about it, or let himself be talked into the idea at the very least. Then, the decision a done deal, I think he jumped on board behind it with all he had to use it as an introduction to the dark and light sides of the album. And he made a kick ass video to breathe more life into the song. Adam is very good at playing the game. Those of us watching idol could see that. Those of us who have followed his every move since then can see how he maximizes opportunities and turns setbacks into the best opportunities he can create. I love this about him. It is that quality, combined with his incredible talent and charisma, that will keep him going and that will continue to bring him success by one path or another. Adam is a risk taker, and though he often says he is impulsive in the moment, I bet when it comes to dealing with RCA, he plans his every move. They may have hold of one of his hands, but I'm pretty sure he stretches the other hand outside of the box as far as he is able, points enthusiastically to all that is out there and lets smiling pied piper light Adam try to take them to places they don't even know they want to go. I hope he succeeds sooner than later. I hope he succeeds with the next single. But for me, and so many other of his fans, he succeeded a long time ago, and living outside of the box with him, musically, momentarily, is an exhilarating trip that leads us (happily) right down the rabbit hole we all (obviously) love so very much. album WOW Lynne, you really summed up what I think and try to say but don't have the right words. Bravo, I SO agree with the whole post and thoughts!!!    |
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Post by gabby on Mar 12, 2012 21:25:56 GMT -5
I'm way back on pg 13, but wanted to know if BTIKM already got a spin on Chicago takeover so I don't keep whackin.. ? It's hovering at #5 but isn't moving up.. ETA It's at #4! BTIKM first spin tonight was at 8:15PM CT  |
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Post by pi on Mar 12, 2012 21:27:02 GMT -5
I'm way back on pg 13, but wanted to know if BTIKM already got a spin on Chicago takeover so I don't keep whackin.. ? It's hovering at #5 but isn't moving up.. ETA It's at #4! BTIKM first spin tonight was at 8:15PM CT Ahh thanks! Usually it's at the bottom once it gets a spin, but since it was around #4 or #5, I wasn't sure.. |
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