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Post by smokeyvera on Jul 7, 2014 12:43:50 GMT -5
Thanks for the stream last night. I really appreciate all you gals who spend so much time to make sure all of us get to enjoy Adam and Queen. I finally got to sing my new favorite song with Adam last night - In the Lap of the Gods. I am so in love with what Adam and Queen are doing on this tour, I can't stay away. Thank you ladies for making my life so interesting. See you in Atlantic City. I will be in Atlantic City, where r your seats?
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Post by smokeyvera on Jul 6, 2014 19:56:51 GMT -5
Aleks @aleks_kv
Adam Lambert fronts an iconic band with theatrical flair and dynamic vocal range www.axs.com/adam-lambert-fronts-an-iconic-band-with-theatrical-flair-and-dynamic-v-13929 …
hen we did our first (tour) run, like giving a full set, it was definitely was intimidating,” said Adam Lambert in a Toronto Sun interview. “The idea that I would be in front of Queen die-hard fans and I was taking on a large chunk of the catalogue and it was a short time to put it together. And we did it and I think it turned out really, really beautifully and then when the Vegas thing happened I feel like it really grounded itself a little bit more.”
The season eight American Idol runner up, of course, refers to his 2014 Queen + Adam Lambert tour that has sold out North American venues including New York’s premiere concert stop, Madison Square Garden. Lambert doesn't take his job obviously standing in the late great Freddie Mercury’s shoes lightly and he has largely received critical acclaim.
Perhaps the biggest compliment comes from Queen guitarist Brian May who told Toronto Sun Lambert and Mercury would have gotten on famously together, if Mercury were still alive. He said “They would get on like a house on fire. You know that Adam has a great respect for Freddie and I know if Freddie saw Adam perform he’d have a great respect for Adam too ‘cause Adam has a matchless instrument and he’s a great performer so Freddie would absolutely be into it, I have no doubt.”
To Lambert’s further credit, he was selling out venues headlining his own shows and singing his own material from his 2009 debut album For Your Entertainment (which contained the Grammy-nominated single “Whataya Want From Me” and his No. 1 Billboard 200 second album Trespassing, which also became the 2012 Reader’s Poll pick as Best Album of the Year in Rolling Stone.
Lambert is known for his dazzling costumes (leopard print pants, leather and spikes, python boots) and flamboyant theatrical flair on stage. In this way, he certainly channels Mercury and the retro vibe of Queen’s heyday. Who really, in terms of modern day artists, could more aptly attempt to successfully step into Mercury’s highly-revered flamboyant shoes?
The openly gay Midwest native with a theater background has attracted and inspired a huge fan following since his American Idol days. He has graciously returned to the show that launched his career to perform and serve as a mentor to up-and-coming musical hopefuls. He’s also enjoyed critical success dabbling in acting in his colorful role as Elliott on the TV-series-turned-pop-culture-phenomenon, Glee.
The pop-rock star’s undeniable charisma, striking good looks, flair-for-fashion and insane multi-octave range continues to hold legions of loyal Lambert fans captive through sold out live shows, two studio albums, one live album and four compilations. He also acquired new fans while fronting one of the greatest classic rock bands of all time. The way in which he bravely stamps his own signature on songs (like "Bohemian Rhapsody") that have impacted millions of people over the course of multiple decades is a prime example of the fearlessness and comfort with which he performs.
Adam Lambert clearly enjoys his time in the spotlight, whether solo or on the stage with Queen. He likes to engage the crowd and put on a great show – often with no boundaries set on what he decides to deliver. Crowds gathered around the globe wildly cheer him on for more and like some of his musically theatrical peers such as Lady Gaga, he’s ready, willing and unafraid to give it. His passionate “We Will Rock You/We are the Champions” encore on the Queen tour delivers legendary living proof of its own.
Keep up to date on Adam Lambert concert dates and more here.
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 26, 2014 18:48:41 GMT -5
If flying to Atlantic City - what is the recommended airport to fly into. Are there any airlines that would be recommended based on experiences. I am liking the idea of going in on a house. Plans for attending Forum show are starting to look a bit dim due to some family stuff happening. We are doing Spirit Airlines from Atlanta directly to Atlantic City Airport, which is really close by. Hotels are a little steep at that time, so shop around.
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 24, 2014 19:52:53 GMT -5
INTERRUPTION FOR ADAM NEWS --- Q3 will be released in early 2015. Okay what is Q3. other than you. Do you mean A3?????
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 24, 2014 9:02:48 GMT -5
Where is Nationalglampoon? I would say the tour is going well, and if it wasn't selling in certain places, it certainly is now. So many doubters are becoming converts, nd expectations are being exceeded. WinWin all around.
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 23, 2014 15:07:03 GMT -5
A nice response to Chicago from one person on this forum. Pls delete if not ok to link. And this is NOT a call of arms for Adam fans to bombard the site. forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/queen-2014-tour-with-adam-lambert.345633/page-10If people don't go into the shows thinking 1) Adam is no Freddie (#FLD -thanks bridgeymah) and 2) then don't get disappointed when Adam doesn't try to be Freddie (cf. "bring my own shoes" aka #ALD (Adam Legal Disclaimer), then all's good. I think Adam's "Stone Cold Crazy" got better in Winnipeg. Really enjoy "In the Lap of the Gods Revisited" I could have done without reading that. One "nice'ish" post - the rest are irritating. I'll go back to avoiding any Queen forums and/or youTube comments! haha! Quite happy in my own little Adam-centric world. I read thru the thread. These guys are narrow-minded Queen snobs. If they could get out of the grave and experience it, and look up Adam, I think they would sing a different tune.
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 23, 2014 12:02:15 GMT -5
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 23, 2014 11:59:25 GMT -5
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 23, 2014 11:58:52 GMT -5
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Post by smokeyvera on Jun 23, 2014 11:58:11 GMT -5
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