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Post by tigerlily on Jun 7, 2012 23:32:31 GMT -5
I'm not talking about the sound being compromised or a situation like IIHY. Why take it to the extreme? Because when he motions to the sound guy, it is because he is not hearing things right. It's not something he can let go, just because it's a short set. Then he is the one artist who has sound issues during most of his songs at almost every show he does. It is unusual. I thought the band and the back up singers were fine today. It was a short set for charity and Adam looked and sounded great. I don't care who is backing Adam up, just so they sound decent. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2012 23:32:36 GMT -5
and Texas. :-/ Glad I'm not the only one still waiting.  Just running through before bed. Thanks, Hoppers.  |
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Post by iluvfun42 on Jun 7, 2012 23:33:56 GMT -5
I'm not sure he was uncomfortable with the band or backup singers. (JMO I like the Vajayjays better). Maybe just a different vibe. I loved the hot bass and that girl has some amazing legs (like Ashley does). It reminded me of when I saw him at the Atlanta Symphony Hall. The sound just swirled around you and smacked you right in the face. He was phenomenal (Soaked was amazing) but when I watched the vids after the fact, it wasn't quite as amazing as it was as when I was in the audience listening. I think GAY will be more relaxed and he will shine when he wants to shine..and, he will shine. Thank you so much for the vids. I'm so happy I got to see him. He has the most amazing/talented fans and I am glad I am one of them.  |
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Post by DancyGeorgia on Jun 7, 2012 23:35:19 GMT -5
I'm not basing my assessment of his "bantering" on the RAH concert, that was only 3 songs. I'm thinking of his last tour (like when he introduced the acoustic set/Aftermath) And it's not meant to be a put-down. It just doesn't feel comfortable to me. And he isn't bad---I never said that. Just, I have been to some concerts where the singers were really good at it. But honestly, it isn't a big deal. This is Adam Lambert, I would much rather have him excel at the singing. Which he does. Always. By the last 2 GNT concerts in LA, his banter and song introduction had gotten alot more relaxed. At Wilkes Barre it was also very relaxed. It is easier when you know your audience is really into it. |
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Post by aloha on Jun 7, 2012 23:36:48 GMT -5
Just running through before bed. Thanks, Hoppers. LOOL how did i miss that? (Actually, I miss a lot of stuff) So funny! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2012 23:39:29 GMT -5
Because when he motions to the sound guy, it is because he is not hearing things right. It's not something he can let go, just because it's a short set. Then he is the one artist who has sound issues during most of his songs at almost every show he does. It is unusual.
My dh (who is a sound guy -- not a musical one though) was trying to explain that it also has something to do with a vocalist -- maybe that's one of the differences why we see it more with Adam. |
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Post by maria222pf on Jun 7, 2012 23:42:51 GMT -5
For those concerts where the singers were good at banter - how many times did you go to the "same" concert? I mean, I went to seven GNTs and saw EVERY one of the 123 GNT concerts on YT. repeatedly. So I would venture to say that if I hears the same banter theme about a thousand times - it might've started sounding a little repetitive... ... not that it happened to me   That's hilarious ! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D So the trick is to have 'staged banter, but to make it seem unstaged' 8-) |
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Post by cassie on Jun 7, 2012 23:44:27 GMT -5
Re: the banter. He cracks me up, because this is the "dork" Adam peeking out. Who wants their idol to be perfect in every possible detail? I, for one, think it makes Adam more human and appealing that this incredible, charismatic, compelling, fierce artist doesn't quite know what to say from the stage.
I have my own theory about why this is, considering how articulate Adam usually is. It has to do with the zone Adam gets into while performing. Everything is totally focused on the performance: the sound, the blend, the vocals, the emotions, the energy flow, the movements, the coverage of the entire stage, the projection of the performance to the back of the balcony and to the fans in the front row simultaneously. And, because Adam is a control freak (with a smile) and the executive producer, the constant demand of being fully engrossed in performing while, at the same time, standing back and monitoring the performance like a director.
His mind is multi-tasking at 200 mph, and then, song over, he has to slam on the brakes, come to a complete and sudden halt, shift his whole mind set, and interact intimately and personally with an audience of thousands with chit chat. That is an incredibly difficult shift to make. We praise Adam for his ability to code switch, but, I would say he has yet to master this particular switch on stage.
Given his many years in traditional music theater, I do not find this surprising. In that genre, one warms up and gets into character, and then stays in character throughout the performance. Many stage, movie, and TV actors find it hard, during breaks, or even at the end of the day, to disconnect with the character they have immersed themselves into, and morph back into their own personality.
I'm gonna give Adam a pass on this one. If he successfully performs this shift back and forth during a show, props to him. If he doesn't, I appreciate his concentration on the performance of the music.
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Post by evergreen on Jun 7, 2012 23:47:53 GMT -5
Re: the banter. He cracks me up, because this is the "dork" Adam peeking out. Who wants their idol to be perfect in every possible detail? I, for one, think it makes Adam more human and appealing that this incredible, charismatic, compelling, fierce artist doesn't quite know what to say from the stage. I have my own theory about why this is, considering how articulate Adam usually is. It has to do with the zone Adam gets into while performing. Everything is totally focused on the performance: the sound, the blend, the vocals, the emotions, the energy flow, the movements, the coverage of the entire stage, the projection of the performance to the back of the balcony and to the fans in the front row simultaneously. And, because Adam is a control freak (with a smile) and the executive producer, the constant demand of being fully engrossed in performing while, at the same time, standing back and monitoring the performance like a director. His mind is multi-tasking at 200 mph, and then, song over, he has to slam on the brakes, come to a complete and sudden halt, shift his whole mind set, and interact intimately and personally with an audience of thousands with chit chat. That is an incredibly difficult shift to make. We praise Adam for his ability to code switch, but, I would say he has yet to master this particular switch on stage. Given his many years in traditional music theater, I do not find this surprising. In that genre, one warms up and gets into character, and then stays in character throughout the performance. Many stage, movie, and TV actors find it hard, during breaks, or even at the end of the day, to disconnect with the character they have immersed themselves into, and morph back into their own personality. I'm gonna give Adam a pass on this one. If he successfully performs this shift back and forth during a show, props to him. If he doesn't, I appreciate his concentration on the performance of the music. |
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Post by chasingeden on Jun 7, 2012 23:48:03 GMT -5
Re banter... Yup, what cassie said. |
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