Idol Headlines for 09/21/09

Not sure quite where to post this, so I’ll post it here. Pretty adorable compilation of all the Kris/Adam dancing at the end of every show. Enjoy!

http://adam-lambert.org/kradam-dances-one-more-for-the-road/

Here’s a cool link ‘“ this blog has a little poll for your favorite moment on David Cook’s tour so far. There are links to about 10 different youtube videos of various excellent performances. They are a good selection for anyone even vaguely (if not ardently) interested in what last year’s Idol has been up to
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-11673-DC-Concerts-Examiner~y2009m9d20-David-Cook-to-play-the-National-but-until-then-you-can-vote-for-his-most-memorable-tour-moment-Poll

I’m finding it hard, very hard, to choose just one from that list of video moments.

Glad NPH got some good reviews– love him. Kinda wish I’d watched the Emmy’s for him, even though, yet again, I would’ve been mostly frustrated with the academy’s choices.

MJ, did you write that NY Post article on Sligh’s blog? I liked the blurb, informative– but I noticed the byline says Staff Writer. Just wondrin’ if it was you.

Was this posted? People mentioned that David Cook and American Idol made the 2010 Guinness Book of World Records, and someone put together this picture of all the relevant records- 5 total. Pretty neat: http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i24/kitunen/dcwr.jpg

DC – most new entries on the Billboard Hot Digital Songs Chart (14)
DC – most simultaneous new entries on the Hot 100 by a solo act (11)
AI – most #1′s from a music TV talent show (179)
AI – largest TV telephone vote, S7 finale (97,327,265)
Simon Fuller – most hits on Billboard’s Hot 100 by the same manager (17)

Anyway, very cool. Btw, this confirms Ryan Seacrest’ “nearly 100 million votes cast” in S8 means that S8 had fewer total votes that S7, since ths S7 record holds in 2010. Interesting.

yeah – I’m posting again – this is a “cute” alert
Andrew Cook just twittered “Go follow @DA4Real, my fellow Idol winners brother.”

another fantastic review of david a’s outstanding performance on friday night’s alma awards show… still lotsa buzz going around…….

David Archuleta’s Stunning ALMA Awards Performance
Sunday September 20, 2009
Bill’s Top 40 / Pop Blog

By Bill Lamb, About.com Guide to Top 40 / Pop since 2005

Even if you are not typically a fan of Latin music, this is a performance to see. This year’s ALMA (American Latino Media Arts) Awards were televised last Friday and featured a stunning performance from former American Idol runner-up David Archuleta. He won the award for Male Music Rising Star. When David Archuleta started to sing it quickly became obvious why he was deserving of such an accolade. He performed the song “Contigo en la Distancia.” The song is most closely associated with Mexican Latin pop star Luis Miguel. Now 18, David Archuleta sings with impressive maturity in voice and demeanor. This is one of the best performances of his career to this point. Look for a Spanish language track on David Archuleta’s upcoming Christmas collection Christmas From the Heart.

http://top40.about.com/b/2009/09/20/david-archuletas-stunning-alma-awards-performance.htm

I love Kelly Clarkson, defending her butt. You go, girl!! Most the women in America have something ample somewhere. I appreciate Kelly going on record as having a healthy dose of self-love and self-respect for who she is.

Quilt to Benefit Rising Star Outreach Inspired By David Archuleta

During the seventh season of American Idol, people across the world came to know and love the beautiful voice and talent of 18 year old vocal artist David Archuleta.

For the past year, Archuleta has traveled across the United States, into Canada, and overseas to Malaysia, Singapore, the UK, and the Philippines sharing his voice and music with his rapidly growing fan base. When not performing on stage, David uses his voice and spirit for another purpose. He works diligently to raise awareness and encourage participation in charities to benefit others. David’s inspirational message and giving spirit, have propelled many into positive action in support of his targeted charities….

read more at link…………

http://newsblaze.com/story/20090919152736tsop.nb/topstory.html

Not sure quite where to post this, so I’ll post it here. Pretty adorable compilation of all the Kris/Adam dancing at the end of every show. Enjoy!

http://adam-lambert.org/kradam-dances-one-more-for-the-road/

austinmidwife, thanks for posting this. It helped with the withdrawls!

AI ‘“ largest TV telephone vote, S7 finale (97,327,265)

Anyway, very cool. Btw, this confirms Ryan Seacrest’ ‘nearly 100 million votes cast’  in S8 means that S8 had fewer total votes that S7, since ths S7 record holds in 2010. Interesting.

Ooooo… that is interesting!

When David Archuleta started to sing, it quickly became obvious why he was deserving of such an accolade. He performed the song ‘Contigo en la Distancia.’  The song is most closely associated with Mexican Latin pop star Luis Miguel. Now 18, David Archuleta sings with impressive maturity in voice and demeanor. This is one of the best performances of his career to this point.

Nice review for Archie. Go DAVID!!!

I didn’t have a problem with Chris Sligh’s blog. I actually thought he did a pretty decent job with explaining what happens to 97% (?) of the top placing idols.

I would actually be interested in hearing what the past idols (most may actually agree with him) would have to say in response the Chris’ blog.

That Paula Abdul/Kathy Griffin story would be amusing if Kathy Griffin wasn’t so annoying to begin with.

Thanks for the link to vote for Cook performances. That was really hard…and I don’t even think those were necessarily the best performances for all the songs. It was nice to see that a lot of people picked Anodyne..maybe Cook will bring it back if he reads that article! Very telling that no one posted a Come Back to Me or Light On video…I would love to forward this to RCA so they get a clue. I had also never seen the USO tour videos before so that was cool.

Maybe someone can answer this question…there was a “Life On the Moon performance” he did a few months ago that was pretty amazing. After that, he stopped playing it for a very long time and then just revived it recently. I still think that was his best performance but I don’t know how to find it or where he performed it ..I now it’s a vague question but does any Cook fan know which performance I’m talking about?

ETA: I loved Archie’s performance. I was really into Luis Miguel growing up and Archie’s rendition of that song was fantastic. I think this is one of Luis Miguel’s more popular songs in the U.S.A for those who don’t know him:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGFiRi5Zobs

wellhesback I was just looking at the whole exchange that went on between Andrew and Daniel. So cute! David must have told him at some point they were all family now? Aww.

That number in the Guinness book of 179 #1′s for Idol still blows my mind.

eta:

Very telling that no one posted a Come Back to Me or Light On video’ ¦I would love to forward this to RCA so they get a clue.

I have a friend who was at the recent LA show where both RCA and Simon Fuller/19 were in attendance and the next day she had said to me she wondered if they were taking notice of the fact there were other songs besides CBTM and LO that got a much louder and bigger audience reaction. One can only hope. BTW this isn’t a hardcore fan and it was her first show, she seemed to think Kiss on the Neck was what got the crowd really wild.

Anyway, very cool. Btw, this confirms Ryan Seacrest’ ‘nearly 100 million votes cast’  in S8 means that S8 had fewer total votes that S7, since ths S7 record holds in 2010. Interesting.

Was there any doubt still left?
AI loves to say that the votes broke records, so when they didn’t talk about it during the finale, I just assumed they didn’t get more votes than last year.

thanks may for the luis miguel link… his name has come up a bit since david’s alma performance… i was vaguely aware of him, knew he is a huge pop star in latin pop music, but have never taken the time to research his music – i will now…

AI ‘“ largest TV telephone vote, S7 finale (97,327,265)

Anyway, very cool. Btw, this confirms Ryan Seacrest’ ‘nearly 100 million votes cast’  in S8 means that S8 had fewer total votes that S7, since ths S7 record holds in 2010. Interesting.

AI loves to say that the votes broke records, so when they didn’t talk about it during the finale, I just assumed they didn’t get more votes than last year.

I thought they did say it was a record this year?

Here’s a cool link ‘“ this blog has a little poll for your favorite moment on David Cook’s tour so far. There are links to about 10 different youtube videos of various excellent performances. They are a good selection for anyone even vaguely (if not ardently) interested in what last year’s Idol has been up to
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-11673-DC-Concerts-Examiner~y2009m9d20-David-Cook-to-play-the-National-but-until-then-you-can-vote-for-his-most-memorable-tour-moment-Poll

I’m finding it hard, very hard, to choose just one from that list of video moments.

That Anodyne video is so frickin’ shaky; it kinda ruins it for me.

I’m very surprised this one is missing from the list. I put it directly on my Ipod and every time I play it. Every time. I cannot NOT watch the whole thing. Dave rocked this song and Neal is a god.

Cover of Alice in Chains’ Man in the Box at Florida State:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGZmpImk8IA

It’s clear that @DavidArchie has an eclectic taste in music…

# Hit the road jack, and don’t you come back no more no more no more no more
7 minutes ago from web

# At the symphony tonight! So cool!
8:55 PM Sep 19th from txt

# Utah Symphony was awesome! What a good night!
12:14 AM Sep 20th from txt

I thought they did say it was a record this year?

They broke the records several times for top 5-4 and 3 but in the finale this is what Ryan said:
‘Just under 100 million votes came in… Brings our season total to a record setting 624 million votes’ 

So the total number of votes for the season is a record, but they didnt say anything about how this year finale stacked up against last year

Great memory, Valentin432!

I’m very surprised this one is missing from the list. …
Cover of Alice in Chains’ Man in the Box at Florida State:

Yeah, that was a good one. The acoustic MITB from one of the Christmas shows would’ve been nice too– but I guess there were no acoustic options on the list, since none of them were part of the official Declaration tour… although they did include 2 USO performances… hmm.

Anyway, I’m glad one of the Hot For Teacher’s made the list, but personally, I would’ve loved to see the one from early in the tour when he slipped on his own water puddle and almost bit it in the middle of the song. Not just for the LULZ, which, let’s face it, it was hilarious, but also cuz it was a legit high energy performance and intense heh.

Ooh, that list of David Cook performances was cool to watch – you know, because I need to watch *more* of his YouTube videos. Ha! If they want to bring back Anodyne for the Richmond show… that would be ok. I won’t mind, really. I love that song… love the MWK version, love the David Cook version (same with ‘Til I’m Blue).

Cover of Alice in Chains’ Man in the Box at Florida State:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGZmpImk8IA

I love when they do Man in the Box… great cover. That was a great performance. The comments are pretty entertaining but he does get some love for that cover there, even some AIC fans who are surprised at how good it is. I like that kind of praise

Rickey is reporting that kathy Allen is pregnant. is that confirmed?. I thought they were going to wait. if it’s real congrats Kris.

nvm

Rickey’s source is a tweet from Kris’ snarky, sarcastic buddy Charles?!

That is a joke tweet, NOT a birth announcement. Ugh.

ETA: If you read Charles’ tweets in order, it seems fairly obvious that it’s snark:

(1)
charlesbrowder: @KrisAllen4Real isn’t it your birthday today or something? No?…. I remember something… nope, lost it.

(2)
charlesbrowder: @KrisAllen4Real oh I remember! You and Katy are pregnant! CONGRATS!!!!!

Anyway, very cool. Btw, this confirms Ryan Seacrest’ ‘nearly 100 million votes cast’  in S8 means that S8 had fewer total votes that S7, since ths S7 record holds in 2010. Interesting.

It’s probably true, but what is the cut-off dates for records? Presumably, they have to put that baby to bed at some point. Records are changing all the time, so they must have some date by which they no longer take record changes.

It’s like all those “The Year/Decade/Century” in history that miss events that happend during the last two weeks/two months of the time period. At the end of the 80′s, I remember the fall of the Berlin wall and the collapse of the Eastern Block didn’t get a mention because it occured too late in ’89 to make the books. Even BB does that by ending the sales year in the second week of November.

Did the Season 7 final make the book last year too? That could be an indication (though, maybe it wasn’t a category). IDK.

From kris’s latest tweet to the guy that tweeted the pregnancy thing , it’s like it’s all a joke. cos he says u think ur funny? or something like that. Rickey just gave it it’s own headline without confirming.

I have to concur that the cover of Man in the Box is really good, should have been on the list. It’s worth watching just for Neal’s solo. I think I would have chosen different performances for most of those listed – for example the USO tour ones would be memorable for what the occasion meant to David Cook, but there are better performances of those songs.

I love when they do Man in the Box’ ¦ great cover. That was a great performance. The comments are pretty entertaining but he does get some love for that cover there, even some AIC fans who are surprised at how good it is. I like that kind of praise

Yup. I think the respect, however grudgingly given, from some AIC fans is what is gratifying. Fans often consider their particular favorite bands/singers to be the best, no one else can come close, especially when other people cover their songs. It may be blasphemy to AIC fans (and they’d be outraged if they heard me saying this) but I do think David Cook sang better than Layne in this cover.

I loved NPH. Probably one of the best hosts of the Emmy show. He certaining is charming. I liked how he started the show with the song. I wonder how he could remember all those TV stations.

BTW, NHP opening act is on youtube now:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT1DZVn5h2Y

Last night’s other big innovation was dividing the evening into five segments highlighting specific genres, including comedy, reality and drama. Most successfully, each segment was introduced by a clip reel of the best moments of the genre, all of which served as stellar reminders of why we watch TV. Tina Fey as Sarah Palin! The Dickensian glory of ‘Little Dorrit!’  Adam Lambert’s high notes! Simon Baker being dreamy! Ladies and gentlemen, ‘Battlestar Galactica!’ 

http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/sep/21/8216-how-you-host-emmys8217/

Gotta admit I did love seeing that “Feeling Good” note, as well as, Kris and Adam singing “We are the Champions”. Good times. Really think Ryan should have won though.

Nice story on the Donorschoose.org impact on music in Kent Washington schools:

http://www.pnwlocalnews.com/south_king/ken/news/59952792.html

Nice story on the Donorschoose.org impact on music in Kent Washington schools:

http://www.pnwlocalnews.com/south_king/ken/news/59952792.html

Thank you Cindy. I didn’t realize what an impact that Adam has been making in the donorschoose charity. From this article, a teacher submitted her proposal to donors:

“…she wrote a proposal for $12,000 in musical instruments, which totaled $14,772 after taxes, fees and shipping.

The request went live on March 30 and by Aug. 18 had received $2,000 in donations.

That’s when American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert got involved and the whole game changed.

On Aug. 20, Brewster said there was a “firestorm of activity” on the site and people were “donating on behalf of someone named Adam Lambert.”

After doing some research, she discovered the rising star had asked fans to support school music programs instead of sending him gifts and one if his fan clubs (the “Glittizens”) selected Brewster’s proposal.

In just eight days, Lambert’s fans had donated more than $12,000, fully funding the request. More than 200 people nationwide and one from Finland contributed.”

Everytime I read something like this, it just brings tears to my eyes.

@adamlambert tweet from last evening
In Denver recording w Ryan Tedder!!! Get ready for your Sonic Lobotomy!
Is this a song title?

(i used mj’s search block to see if this had been posted yet and did not see it mentioned)

In AGT news, David Hasselhoff apparently took the chicken farmer winning worse than the rest of us.

The Hoff Hospitalized for Alcohol Poisoning

Cindy- did you notice the headline? They called Adam the American Idol Winner, lol.

beehiway- Someone posted about it in the Adam/Pink thread.

I don’t think it’s a song title, I think Adam is just saying it will blow your mind. I am glad he is so excited about this album, and that he is so confident. Scares me at the same time too, but hey, that’s Adam for ya!

smartcookie- wow. I really feel sorry for his kids

girlygirl – I hope you don’t mind that I pull over some quotes from you from yesterday’s headlines thread. First off, I appreciate a concert review from someone who is not a big fan of Cook, and really pleased that it was generally positive.

It was crowded at the Taste of Newport, but most of the crowd was watching this concert basically for free and seemed to be at the concert more because it was free and it was part of the event than because they were big David Cook fans.

and

most people likely came for the food tasting part of the event, not the music. That must be really frustrating for these musicians.

I think these are the types of crowds that any new artist (not just Cook) needs to play to. It may be more fun to play to only uber fans, but nothing is really gained by it. He needs new ears, and these types of casual listeners (people who show up because it’s free, out of curiousity, etc.) have the potential to become new fans, or at least become interested enough to check out the album. Another reason why fairs and festivals are great venues for new artists.

ETA: Also? Need an excuse to post this picture from Newport, because… um… yeah

http://www.photographybyjen.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/dscf6336.jpg

ETA: Also? Need an excuse to post this picture from Newport, because’ ¦ um’ ¦ yeah

I saw that pic on DCO this morning, & I love it!! I love your comment, “um.. yeah”. No kidding!!

Nice story on the Donorschoose.org impact on music in Kent Washington schools:

http://www.pnwlocalnews.com/south_king/ken/news/59952792.html

It really nice how many underprivileged schools and students were reached in such a short period of time. I hope the awareness doesn’t fade now that the contest is over.

Are these the final figures for the Donors Choice project? I thought last night the figures where higher. Wonder what happened?

Impact
Donated:
$203,622
Donors:
1,775
Students Reached:
79,949

beehiway- Someone posted about it in the Adam/Pink thread

Thanks Studio 57. Shoulda known. You gals and guys move fast and this board is 24/7! I need a speed reading class to keep up. Or an index (ha!) Not really a suggestion. Just worked as a library cataloger for a while and it’s in my nature. One reason i love Terraj’s concert listing efforts. Anybody want to volunteer to list all the interviews?

http://www.photographybyjen.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/dscf6336.jpg

Ooh, sweet.

girlygirl ‘“ I hope you don’t mind that I pull over some quotes from you from yesterday’s headlines thread. First off, I appreciate a concert review from someone who is not a big fan of Cook, and really pleased that it was generally positive.

So, how was he received by this non-uberfan crowd?

CindyM
“Gotta admit I did love seeing that “Feeling Good” note, as well as, Kris and Adam singing “We are the Champions.”

I missed the show! I wonder if anyone will show this as a clip from the show? It’s interesting how Adam’s name keeps getting mentioned in the media. Yes!

Are these the final figures for the Donors Choice project? I thought last night the figures where higher. Wonder what happened?

Impact
Donated:
$203,622
Donors:
1,775
Students Reached:
79,949

I read somewhere that ‘check’ payments are still to be counted but I can’t see it getting too much higher

Wow. Great photo of Cookie there EmmaJK. Wow. just wow.

HotHotHot
September 21, 2009 at 1:47 pm
Are these the final figures for the Donors Choice project? I thought last night the figures where higher. Wonder what happened?

Impact
Donated:
$203,622
Donors:
1,775
Students Reached:
79,949

I don’t think they are final numbers. They also said that they would be adding to the totals for checks received by Thursday, I think.

Good for a laugh

Best Reality Show host winner : – Jeff Probst for Survivor (CBS) 61st Primetime Emmy Awards

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsTRJrS4UeY

HotHotHot: Are these the final figures for the Donors Choice project? I thought last night the figures where higher. Wonder what happened?

Impact
Donated:
$203,622
Donors:
1,775
Students Reached:
79,949

Nope. Current figure on the donorschoose website is $207K. However, I noticed that people were still donating after midnight, so some of that might not count.

ETA: People are apparently still donating! Figure still going up.

They must be removing donation made after midnight because the number is lower now.

ETA: To clatify – I mean removing from contest consideration.

ETA: Also? Need an excuse to post this picture from Newport, because’ ¦ um’ ¦ yeah

http://www.photographybyjen.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/dscf6336.jpg

Why, thank you for this picture – that woke me up . Hee!

Squirrely: They must be removing donations made after midnight because the number is lower now.

Hmm…numbers are bouncing all over the place, even compared to where they were 15 minutes ago.

However, if I remember correctly, the challenge figure HAD topped over $200K *before* midnight EST. Ergo, I think the final number, once they’re done with this numerical wrangling going on right now, will be over $200K.

HotHotHot: Are these the final figures for the Donors Choice project? I thought last night the figures where higher. Wonder what happened?

Impact
Donated:
$203,622
Donors:
1,775
Students Reached:
79,949

Actually right now the numbers are even lower – down to $189,217. Perhaps some of the projects donated to were not funded in time, in which case the money go back to the donor so he or she can choose a new project to support. But because the money will still be donated, I’m not sure if that would mean a reduction of the total??? Maybe checks bounced or donation were withdrawn …

ETA: as far as I can see from the donors’ page – the Glittizens fan group has disappeared. I have no idea why but IIRC their contribution was between $10-20K, which could explain the decrease in total amount donated. However, I really cannot see why the group would go MIA.

Don’t know what the DonorsChoose.org total was at midnight EST but at 12:35AM it was $207,209. I am certain that someone grabbed it at midnight.

HoppersSkippersMiners: [I]f I remember correctly, the challenge figure HAD topped over $200K *before* midnight EST. Ergo, I think the final number, once they’re done with this numerical wrangling going on right now, will be over $200K.

I was right…

CindyM: September 20, 2009 at 11:26 pm
Donorschoose.org Adam challenge just went over $200,000!!

Don’t know what’s going on with the donorschoose site right now. 20 minutes ago contributions had been made “minutes ago”. Now the lastest one was “2 hours ago”, etc.

I think they might be trying to figure out where to put the challenge boundaries. Give ‘em a few hours to sort everything out.

Hoppers, Q3 see my ETA on the previous page – perhaps the reason?

Tim Stewart and Antonio Sol couldn’t wait to be out of their tour clothes – LOL

@timstewart1 Dude,that black turned 2 grey dress shirt shld have gone straight in2 a tree shredding device.Would ha (cont) http://tl.gd/huhq
about 1 hour ago from Twittelator in reply to timstewart1

It’s so refreshing to be wearing my own clothes on stage

@antoniosol ha! i personally wanted to set mine on fire…
about 1 hour ago from web in reply to antoniosol

@cincodemayo55 yeah those suits were the worst!
about 2 hours ago from web in reply to cincodemayo55

@antoniosol lol! you don’t miss that wackass suit! come on man… lol! hope you’re good brother… miss you man

Squirrely–Thanks for the Donorchoose.org/Kent school article.

It just makes me smile to think how excited all the teachers and kids must feel from this help. GREAT JOB to all of Adam’s Fan Clubs.

Whether or not the “final-final” number winds up being over $200K, I’m still happy. I wrote this last night, but with the challenge officially over, it seems more appropriate today…

I initially wanted the challenge to go over $100K because it seemed like a nice round number that 1) showed how much support Adam had from people approving his decision to make “arts in public schools” his cause, and 2) showed support towards Adam himself.

I then wanted the challenge to go over $120K because (shallowly, I’ll fully admit) I wanted Adam’s contributions to be more than the $120K Carrie Underwood gave to Oklahoma schools.

I then dreamed that the challenge would hit $200K. At this point not for Adam at all, but for all the schools who were honestly getting the equipment, instruments, and supplies they simply would never had been able to obtain otherwise. I helped out on two different projects, neither which would have EVER seen funding in any other way.

The letters and messages I received from the projects I assisted with, in my small way, were absolutely heartwarming. Drops of water really did turn into rivers of support. I am honestly, and truly, proud to have been a part of this.

This may explain what’s going on with Donorschoose.org/AdamLambert totals

http://gossipcandy.com/2009/09/no-one-panic/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKKtY0ik4_I

I Did It For You from Taste of Newport yesterday – very clear video and I love what they’ve done to the end. And I love Neal’s guitar playing, he’s amazing.

Bowie1
September 21, 2009 at 2:19 pm
Squirrely’“Thanks for the Donorchoose.org/Kent school article.

It just makes me smile to think how excited all the teachers and kids must feel from this help. GREAT JOB to all of Adam’s Fan Clubs.

CindyM posted it originally and yes awesome job to everyone who contributed!

ETA: Also? Need an excuse to post this picture from Newport, because’ ¦ um’ ¦ yeah

http://www.photographybyjen.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/dscf6336.jpg

Now we know the answer to boxers or briefs!

Kris and Adam scheduled to perform on GMA on their respective drop dates (as is Carrie Underwood)

GMA concert schedule for November:

Tuesday, Nov. 3 — Carrie Underwood
Tuesday, Nov. 17 — Kris Allen
Tuesday, Nov. 24 — Adam Lambert

ETA3: probably should have included the link – Bulders(something, sorry can’t remember) posted it two comments down.

ETA: so it does seem like the Glittizens removal was the reason for the drop in donations – probably not the smartest time to edit the description of the group ETA2: or at least responsible for part of the reduction, since the total has been further reduced in the last 15 minutes, now around 185K

HoppersSkippersMiners

I then dreamed that the challenge would hit $200K. At this point not for Adam at all, but for all the schools who were honestly getting the equipment, instruments, and supplies they simply would never had been able to otherwise.

BEAUTIFULLY said! I felt the same way–thinking maybe it can reach $100K, then $150K, and then…Please let’s get to $200K! So much joy for so many kids.

Adam on GMA 11/24!

http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/FallConcert/good-morning-america-fall-concert-series-schedule/story?id=8539351

Re: Explanation why Donorschoose totals suddenly dropped

According to the link below, the Glittizens’ contributions are temporarily MIA due to an on-site page description edit. Ergo, it makes sense for the overall totals to drop since those guys at gossipcandy contributed a lot. Don’t know why an edit would cause them to disappear off the board until everything is fully approved and downloaded, but eh.

Acutally, it looks like two groups (?) might be missing. Who else besides the Glittizens’ decided to tweak their board with the end of the challenge?

So, just to make things clear: The Glittizen numbers should be back up NLT Wednesday, and all the checks that are counted towards the challenge will be apparently entered by Thursday. Ergo, by Friday, the “final-final” Fan Group Challenge numbers should be available!

Thanks, squirrely, for the heads up.

Squirrely: This may explain what’s going on with Donorschoose.org/AdamLambert totals
http://gossipcandy.com/2009/09/no-one-panic/

Yup. I think the respect, however grudgingly given, from some AIC fans is what is gratifying. Fans often consider their particular favorite bands/singers to be the best, no one else can come close, especially when other people cover their songs. It may be blasphemy to AIC fans (and they’d be outraged if they heard me saying this) but I do think David Cook sang better than Layne in this cover.

ITA. Case in point: I have a co-worker who is a musician, and he e-mailed me a link of DC’s acoustic MITB from HOB in Orlando, subject, “Have you seen this?” (Well, of course I had.) His comment (coming from somewhat of a music snob): “I didn’t know anyone could give Layne Staley a run for his money until I saw this. Probably one of the darkest songs I know, but it was quite something, for better or worse, when I first heard it back in the early ’90s. I like how Cook ‘bluesifies’ it.” (I of course told him that the correct term was “cookifies,” but anyways, I digress.)

I think that’s why I like that David does some covers during his concerts, because IMHO, he almost invariably does them better than the original. At the concert I went to in August, the guys behind me, who obviously were NOT DC fans before the concert, were rendered completely speechless (in the best way possible) after hearing DCatA’s version of Hot for Teacher. It just gives the non-fans a little perspective on just HOW good David really is.

ETA: Also? Need an excuse to post this picture from Newport, because’ ¦ um’ ¦ yeah

http://www.photographybyjen.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/dscf6336.jpg

All the pictures that girl took..lordy, lordy. He should always perform in daylight..and if he insists on wearing plaid he should always keep it half open. Oh crap I slipped in the shallow end of the pool again. That damn necklace is distracting me from tattoo peakage though! Go away!

LOL at his latest tweet I think the last time he was in Kansas City he said “y’all” on there. Does being there prompt him to say y’all??

Re: Donorschoose

I think the second group gone MIA is TALC/Adam Bombs – at least I’m pretty sure they used to be on there as well.

Let me know if this is a duplicate post and I’ll delete it. I guess the track Adam is singing in Ryan Tedder’s studio IS the Aimee Mayo song:

@sgjools you are gonna make me cry. i love adam no matter what.

about 13 hours ago from web in reply to sgjoolsI still know anything can happen from here…but a dream is coming true- right now!!!!!

about 14 hours ago from web I just got some news that made me so excited my hands went numb. Adam is singing my song right now & I heard he is KILLING IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

about 15 hours ago from web Dear God in Heaven please let Adam Lambert cut my song tonight. He in in Denver with Ryan and I am in Tennessee FREAKING OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oh crap I slipped in the shallow end of the pool again.

Want some floaties? I have extra. I’ve resigned myself to frolicking in the shallow end for a bit. Why the hell not, I had a long weekend and I’m tired. So… splish splash and all that

lob: I think the second group gone MIA is TALC/Adam Bombs ‘“ at least I’m pretty sure they used to be on there as well.

Yeah, they’re definitely missing too.

Maybe a third group is missing as well? The group list seems weirdly short right now.

[shrug] Well, at least its only temporary. From what I can surmise the missing groups – along with their contributions – should be visible again within the next few days, if not earlier.

Studio57
September 21, 2009 at 2:54 pm
Let me know if this is a duplicate post and I’ll delete it. I guess the track Adam is singing in Ryan Tedder’s studio IS the Aimee Mayo song:

@sgjools you are gonna make me cry. i love adam no matter what.

about 13 hours ago from web in reply to sgjoolsI still know anything can happen from here’ ¦but a dream is coming true- right now!!!!!

about 14 hours ago from web I just got some news that made me so excited my hands went numb. Adam is singing my song right now & I heard he is KILLING IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

about 15 hours ago from web Dear God in Heaven please let Adam Lambert cut my song tonight. He in in Denver with Ryan and I am in Tennessee FREAKING OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Awww, she is so cute! I hope the song makes the album. She’s got me wanting to hear it!!!!!

Hey tierbee, can I “splish splash” right along with you?!

[grin] Mighty fine pic!

BTW – The ONTD_AI kids haven’t stopped yet. Competition may be over, but they’re still plugging away! Last contribution “minutes ago”

I think that’s why I like that David does some covers during his concerts, because IMHO, he almost invariably does them better than the original. At the concert I went to in August, the guys behind me, who obviously were NOT DC fans before the concert, were rendered completely speechless (in the best way possible) after hearing DCatA’s version of Hot for Teacher. It just gives the non-fans a little perspective on just HOW good David really is.

Which August concert was that?

And, yes, that Newport pic just makes you wanna … touch. (I guess that’s not a headline.)

Awww, she is so cute! I hope the song makes the album. She’s got me wanting to hear it!!!!!

Sometimes I wish I never found Twitter all, this suspense is killing me. Btw I saw Lady Gaga’s performmance on the VMA – and I’m praying Adam never does anything as hokey as that.

Adam’s charity raised over $200,000.00!

http://www.examiner.com/x-12254-Newark-Reality-TV-Examiner~y2009m9d21-American-Idols-Adam-Lambert-fans-fight-to-the-finish-to-win-donorschooseorg-competition

Which August concert was that?

The Corn Palace show in Mitchell, SD.

Oh, and I’ll splish splash along with the rest of you! I wonder if I could get in trouble looking at that picture at work???

Oh, and I’ll splish splash along with the rest of you! I wonder if I could get in trouble looking at that picture at work???

I wait until my supervisor is nowhere near by. I’d be fired for drooling in front of her.

Erm is he going to be touring with Ryan Star again? They’re having a Twitter exchange right now that sure sounds like it..Cause if he is I’ll fly my ass to wherever this is! My next show is the Borgata next Saturday but I know Tonic is the opening act there.

Now we know the answer to boxers or briefs!

OMG, I was thinking that exact same thing when I saw that pic. Great minds think alike, especially when it comes to that question. haha!!

CindyM
‘Gotta admit I did love seeing that ‘Feeling Good’  note, as well as, Kris and Adam singing ‘We are the Champions.’ 

I missed the show! I wonder if anyone will show this as a clip from the show? It’s interesting how Adam’s name keeps getting mentioned in the media. Yes!

LOL! Yeah, is it bad to admit that the only part of the emmys I was interested in watching was the reality competition section, just to see what clips of AI they showed ?

BTW – LOVE that moment on AI – very well done, with Adam glory note on FG, and the camera perfectly planned to sweep around him while it was happening. Good job, AI (to make up for going over the hour time limit every week)

Erm is he going to be touring with Ryan Star again? They’re having a Twitter exchange right now that sure sounds like it..Cause if he is I’ll fly my ass to wherever this is!

Trina, I know he’s opening for David in Richmond… I’ll be there, very excited. Because, you know, I need to feed my DavidCookLive addiction and all.

Anyone know r/e Charlottesville if he’s opening there too? I’m on the fence about that show.

Hot for Teacher @ Corn Palace, BTW…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5JRe4fMY_M

Is it news worthy that Anoop isn’t feeling the burn anymore?

# it’s so frustrating when you work out hard and then you’re not that sore the day after…about 5 hours ago from web

He’s just already soo buff <3

Rockstar Weekly article
http://www.rockstarweekly.com/content/view/909/149/

The DonorsChoose.org Adam Lambert competition ended on Sunday, Sept. 20 raising a total of $189,217, which goes beyond all expectations.

Erm is he going to be touring with Ryan Star again?

Yeah, sounds like Ryan will be opening till The Scrip jump on the train. I don’t know what is his first show, but he’ll be in Providence.

People have been asking when Jason’s song goes for adds. I just saw an add date for it:

October 6th: Pop: Jason Castro: Let’s Just Fall In Love

Other songs going for adds that week on Pop are Ke$sha’s “Tik Tok” and Muse’s “Uprising”.

Other Idolish related adss:
Sept 21: Hot/Mod: Leona Lewis: “Happy”
Sept 22: Pop: Leona Lewis: “Happy”
Sept 29: Pop: Jordin Sparks: “SOS (Let the Music Play)”
Sept 29: Pop: The Script: “Breakeven”

Squirrely
September 21, 2009 at 3:37 pm
Rockstar Weekly article
http://www.rockstarweekly.com/content/view/909/149/

The DonorsChoose.org Adam Lambert competition ended on Sunday, Sept. 20 raising a total of $189,217, which goes beyond all expectations.

I know it hit over $200,000 yesterday. Why those fan groups would choose today to edit their fan group decision is beyond me. They must not have realized it would affect the totals. I think Thursday, the final tally should be revealed.

Sept 29: Pop: Jordin Sparks: ‘SOS (Let the Music Play)’ 

Doesn’t it seem like every time you turn around, Jordin Sparks is having a song released? I guess if they can’t sell the CD in one fell swoop, they’ll do it pieces.

I just keep checking in and lurking to see if any of Adams music has been leaked yet, and nope Don’t know how in this day and age they can keep it so well protected. Oh well at least Kris’s song is out, must say its awright not amazing. Also that Aimee mayo chick makes it harder to wait….

Now we know the answer to boxers or briefs!

Well, according to a Michael Johns radio interview, DC used to prance around in his “manties” while they were roommates on AI, threatening him with, “You want some of this?”. LMAO.

Did I miss something? Was there an AI clip on the Emmy’s?

relyec
September 21, 2009 at 3:51 pm
Did I miss something? Was there an AI clip on the Emmy’s?

Yes, there were several. In the recap of the reality series this year, they showed Adam’s glory note from “Feeling Good’ and Adam and Kris when Ryan announced Kris the winner. When they announced the nominees for Best Reality Show they showed Adam and Kris singing “We are the Champions”. I think there were some other clips, but not sure.

Also that Aimee mayo chick makes it harder to wait’ ¦.

Anybody know much about her? Too lazy (busy?) to google just now…

Did I miss something? Was there an AI clip on the Emmy’s?

Several, but they all were part of a package of some sort, either in the reality show intro clip, or for Ryan or the producer award or such. They there was the nomination clip for breakthrough moment of Adam and Kris as the winner was announced.

CindyM: is there any way to watch it?

I like Aimee! I really hope she gets her song on Adams album, I like how vocal she has been in getting what she wants! Go Aimee!

Yeah, sounds like Ryan will be opening till The Scrip jump on the train. I don’t know what is his first show, but he’ll be in Providence.

leome Where did you find this info? I’ll be at the Providence show, and I couldn’t find any info for the opening act. It would be great to see Ryan Star again now that I have his EP and am more familiar with his music.

ETA: MJ – I’m very happy to see your Archives page is back

I actually think DC answered the question long ago. I distinctly remember he said “boxer-briefs” but am unsure where. Maybe at some point during his homecoming? But LMAO at “you want some of this?”

Oops, wrong thread, long day!

He’s just already soo buff <3

Way to go, Alison! We’ve missed you.

leome Where did you find this info? I’ll be at the Providence show, and I couldn’t find any info for the opening act. It would be great to see Ryan Star again now that I have his EP and am more familiar with his music.

It was posted by the venue in their twitter page, here. I think it’s their official twitter.

sweet! Thanks leome

via Jim cantinello: http://tinyurl.com/menasu http://tinyurl.com/menasu article and vids of Kris

Archie has posted a new blog! He had lots to talk about this week like the US Open and ALMA awards. He said he was “pretty stinking nervous” for both of those performances. Things have finally quieted down for him since the tour ended and finishing the Christmas album. He has been able to do some running and would like to do more of it. He’s been way too busy before to do so. He also got to go to the Utah Symphony last Saturday. He is now working on writing songs for his next album. Next on his agenda is a trip to Nashville…

I’m planning on going to Nashville pretty soon to start working with other writers, and I can’t wait! I don’t know the Nashville scene all that well so I just need to find some writers that I’d feel good working with and are willing to be patient in working with me lol. But I really am stoked! A lot of people think Nashville is just country, but there is a lot going on over there with all kinds of music with some really talented people

more at the link:
http://davidarchuletanetwork.ning.com/profiles/blogs/todays-blog-5

Donors Choose info from yesterday’s headline thread – before the totals started going downhill…

‘ ¢ connie0128 September 21, 2009 at 4:54 am
Possibly the final numbers for Adam’s DonorsChoose:
Donated:
$207,304
Donors:
1,817
Students Reached:
80,200

‘ ¢ Bowie1 September 21, 2009 at 11:02 am
Morning all. My computer was down yesterday so I was thrilled to see DonorsChoose.org at $207,430 today! I was hoping it would reach the $200,000 mark by the end of yesterday’s fan contest. GOOD JOB EVERYBODY! So many ‘creative minds’ have been helped.

CindyM: I know it hit over $200,000 yesterday. Why those fan groups would choose today to edit their fan group decision is beyond me. They must not have realized it would affect the totals. I think Thursday, the final tally should be revealed.

From what I surmise after reading GossipCandy, they had no idea edits would temporarily render them invisible on the leaderboard. I’m sure TALC (and whoever else is missing) also probably thought: “Hey! Let’s tell everyone ‘THANKS’ on our page!” and then was taken completely aback when their totals disappeared.

I just wish people who are starting to officially report the current DonorsChoose results (Rockstar Weekly, various Examiners, etc) understood that what they see today are NOT the actual totals.

(For those of you just tuning in, the DonorsChoose site is currently listing the challenge figures as $184,162 vs the over $200K it reached by 11:30 last night. Board edits rendered some groups, along with their contributions, temporarily invisible and mailed checks will apparently be counted until Thursday.)

Squirrely
September 21, 2009 at 3:37 pm
Rockstar Weekly article
http://www.rockstarweekly.com/content/view/909/149/

The DonorsChoose.org Adam Lambert competition ended on Sunday, Sept. 20 raising a total of $189,217, which goes beyond all expectations.

They have already corrected the copy within the article— here’s what the lede sentence now says:

Adam Lambert Fans Raise $200,000 For Students
The DonorsChoose.org Adam Lambert competition ended on Sunday, Sept. 20 raising a total of more than $200,000, which goes beyond all expectations. The top fan group was ONTD_AI, with 925 donors, was responsible for $81,107, which went to help 32,896 students with tools they need to continue their education.

I’m sure they’ll change the heds– soon.

ADAM TWEET re Donor’s Choose!

“Final numbers for Donors Choose Charity fan group competition will be posted Wednesday! Thank you to all who participated!!!!”
less than a minute ago from Echofon

Did anyone see this who visits DCO?:

http://www.musicrow.com/2009/09/nashville-music-award-voting-begins/

Apparently, Time of My Life has been nominated by the Nashville Music Awards as song of the year.

Here’s the list of nominees:

SONG OF THE YEAR
‘The Climb’  Miley Cyrus
Writers: Jessi Alexander / Jon Mabe
‘Decode’  Paramore
Writers: Josh Farro / Hayley Williams / Taylor York
‘Give Me Your Eyes’  Brandon Heath
Writer: Brandon Heath / Jason Ingram
‘I Run to You’  Lady Antebellum
Writers: Dave Haywood / Charles Kelley / Hillary Scott / Tom Douglas
‘In Color’  Jamey Johnson
Writers: Jamey Johnson / Lee Thomas Miller / James Otto
‘The Motions’  Matthew West
Writer: Jason Houser / San Mizell / Matthew West
‘Old Enough’  The Raconteurs
Writers: Brendan Benson / Jack White III
‘Sex on Fire’  Kings of Leon
Writers: The Followills (Caleb, Nathan, Jared, Matthew)
‘The Time of My Life’  David Cook
Writer: Regie Hamm
‘White Horse’  Taylor Swift
Writers: Taylor Swift / Liz Rose

And the winner is (imo);

‘Sex on Fire’  Kings of Leon
Writers: The Followills (Caleb, Nathan, Jared, Matthew)

Love that song…

Does anyone have any way to contact DonorsChoose and expedite reporting the correct amount?

Donors pushed so hard yesterday to get it up to over $200K, which it legitimately did.

But, due to this “glitch” the PRESS is picking up on lesser amounts and reporting it as a fact.
I don’t think that is right.

We worked so hard to get this over $200K.

Adam and his fans and DonorsChoose deserve to have the correct amount reported in newspaper articles. And right now, some are reporting the lesser amounts…which is so sad.

I’m leaving for work right now and can’t contact them & don’t know how to do so, but if anyone can – it sure would be helpful.

Please??

‘Old Enough’  The Raconteurs
Writers: Brendan Benson / Jack White III

Nice choice! Sex on Fire is good, but I prefer Closer…

I love me some David Cook, but LMAO, TOML is the WORST song on that list. The Climb is similarly hokey but it’s my guilty pleasure (esp when not sung by Miley, hello Kelly Clarkson’s backup singers!), and IMO has maybe 5% fewer cliches, so it’s a slight notch above TOML for me, heh. Anyway, just checked out the link– never heard of this Nashville Music Award thing, but I really like a lot of their nominees! Cool.

Has this already been posted? If so, sorry!

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=29158867&blogID=511110046

Its the USA Today page “Fall Music” and Mr. Lambert in all of his glory.

Nice choice! Sex on Fire is good, but I prefer Closer’ ¦

I aboslutely love Closer! Favourite track on their 2008 record. Was that one in twilight? The lyrics seem to be about a vampire…

Starshine: Does anyone have any way to contact DonorsChoose and expedite reporting the correct amount?

Donors pushed so hard yesterday to get it up to over $200K, which it legitimately did.

But, due to this ‘glitch’  the PRESS is picking up on lesser amounts and reporting it as a fact.
I don’t think that is right.

We worked so hard to get this over $200K.

Adam and his fans and DonorsChoose deserve to have the correct amount reported in newspaper articles. And right now, some are reporting the lesser amounts’ ¦which is so sad.

I’m leaving for work right now and can’t contact them & don’t know how to do so, but if anyone can ‘“ it sure would be helpful.

Please??

I e-mailed Rockstar Weekly a couple hours ago with references found here. They subsequently changed their headlines (sure – I’ll take full credit! ) . If you or anyone else finds an article reporting an incorrect number, feel free to do the same. Just be sure to be POLITE, CONCISE, and REFERENCE why the number is judged to be incorrect. Do not fantard. Do not spam.

Its best to e-mail directly the original author (if stated). The listed news desk POC is the next best person to contact.

HI GUYS!!!!!!!:D just got back from school…ugh have homework:(….PLEASE SUMMARIZE THIS THREAD!!!! I’ll love you forever…

yknow b4 I due frm the awesomeness if liiiiive like we’re dying

Starshine…

see my post above. The writers have already made one correction in the Rockstar weekly copy…
The final totals will be out Wed according to Adam’s tweet.. so there will be more articles on that day.

It’ll all work out AND the more coverage the better!

Its the USA Today page ‘Fall Music’  and Mr. Lambert in all of his glory.

Hype is good but if I were Adam I would have nightmares reading about all the anticipation and expectations. Is there anywhere for him to go except down?

Was that one in twilight? The lyrics seem to be about a vampire’ ¦

No idea about Twilight, since never saw it, and I’m not really into that kinda stuff. I did browse through their soundtrack though (I like that Paramore song) and don’t remember any KOL on it.

Thanks for the link, relyec. That is, well, adorable. Happy Live Like We’re Dying Day, Jim Cantiello!

Hype is good but if I were Adam I would have nightmares reading about all the anticipation and expectations. Is there anywhere for him to go except down?

Yep.

I think hype is good. Hype leads to name recognition, which leads to people saying, “oh, I’ve heard of THIS guy,” when they see his CD sitting there among all the competition, which leads to more people checking him out (and probably loving his voice), which leads to more sales for ADAM.

Since he doesn’t have anything out at the moment– the only direction he can really go is up.

Adam hasn’t let me down yet. Every time I angst over something, every time I’m afraid for him, he exceeds my expectations. I always end up feeling relieved and a little silly for worrying so much in the first place.

saga

Hype is good but if I were Adam I would have nightmares reading about all the anticipation. Is there anywhere for him to go exceptdown?

Adam always sends out such positive energy that I’m not going to worry about everyones expectations. He’s happy and having the time of his life and is really excited for the music in his single and CD. And he said he works great under pressure. That’s good enough for me. With that ‘voice’ and the way he puts his ‘stamp’ on anything he sings, I’m just not going to worry.

Adam hasn’t let me down yet. Every time I angst over something, every time I’m afraid for him, he exceeds my expectations. I always end up feeling relieved and a little silly for worrying so much in the first place.

I know he has the goods vocally and he will always have that no matter what kind of crap he sings but I don’t really know if he has the goods to produce good music or find the right people that will help him make good music. He has proved himself as a vocalist but these expectations are on him as an album producing artist, which we don’t know much about.

Sassycatz: Did anyone see this who visits DCO?:
http://www.musicrow.com/2009/09/nashville-music-award-voting-begins/
Apparently, Time of My Life has been nominated by the Nashville Music Awards as song of the year.

This strikes me as all kinds of WTF????? [laughs] Seriously?

I’ve only just got done reading all the comments from yesterday’s headline thread, and having read some of you guys’ thoughts on Greg Wells. I bought Mika’s new album today, and GW plays on every track, and has produced every track, with Mika, with exception of one track, which he assisted on the production.

The album is seriously good, better than his first stuff. I have no worries about GW working on Adam’s album.

And I have to say re Adam/Drake/Pink concert – it was her only show in LA while he was in town, so why wouldnt he go? Proper sexytimes can wait. A kiss is not sacrilege. And PattyH, I saw Pink in concert at the o2 in London, and yes, I’d agree about the majority gay/lesbian attendance. I didnt even realise she had such a large gay following, but then it never even enters my mind to think of an artist’s fans’ orientation. *shrugs* So What!

This strikes me as all kinds of WUT????? [laughs] Seriously?

Well … there’s the link.

I don’t think the song has a chance, but it would be nice for Regie Hamm if it did.

saga
September 21, 2009 at 6:07 pm
Adam hasn’t let me down yet. Every time I angst over something, every time I’m afraid for him, he exceeds my expectations. I always end up feeling relieved and a little silly for worrying so much in the first place.

I know he has the goods vocally and he will always have that no matter what kind of crap he sings but I don’t really know if he has the goods to produce good music or find the right people that will help him make good music. He has proved himself as a vocalist but these expectations are on him as an album producing artist, which we don’t know much about.

I see what you’re saying, however I was responding to the “nowhere to go but down” thing.

And Adam has a better than average chance of producing a good album– he has a pretty impressive roster of music A-listers helping him out… and that is better than a kick in the head!

That, and his own instincts (which I think have been spot on so far), should help him navigate this very treacherous, and potentially rewarding, world he inhabits now.

Guess I’m a glass half full kind of girl…

Guess I’m a glass half full kind of girl’ ¦

Yeah, that’s good, sorry to be a downer today.

Hey guess what Glee was just picked up for a whole season YEAH!!!

Here’s one article announcing the pick up of Glee: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/news/e3i87c96b4228796e1d8bdd3ab3300653b7

I expect Adam’s album to be shit and 4 him to be a failure…sorry algebra dies this 2 me…bye

I could be overly optimistic but I have absolutely no worries about how Adam’s album will turn out.

Luv: U need a break honey, Can’t believe a word u just said, go get some rest and come back later! Hee hee

We need an Adam leak… just a small snippet is all I ask…

Squirrely: AMEN sista!!!!

Looks like the Glamberts decided to update their page too?

The totals are totally screwed up…I hope they can fix it.

ETA: Why is Blake Lewis spamming Twitter with his video link?

Wow, I’m excited with a featured article in USA today with Adam with his album being the most anticipated. USA Today has a lot of readers – great hype and fabulous exposure !!!!!!!!!!!!! I need a snippet too.

From Adam’s Twitter page

Final numbers for Donors Choose Charity fan group competition will be posted Wednesday! Thank you to all who participated!!!!about 2 hours ago from Echofon

Squirrely: The totals are totally screwed up’ ¦I hope they can fix it.

[shrug] IDK – maybe they’re verifying figures? Eh. All will be fixed by mid-week.

Probably best to not even look for now!

I can’t wait to hear anything new from Adam!

I don’t know if this was already posted but Adam twittered a couple of hours ago that the ‘Donorschoose’ results will be posted Wednesday.

Why is there a 8 day waiting period before Krises song becomes available on itunes!!! Now I am worried.. I won’t survive 8 days with Adam’s … lol…

Getting excited for “Time for Miracles”. The trailers are being played all over the world now. Just imagine, a worldwide release of the movie with Adam’s song. I hope that song is leaked soon. When the song is released, do they start showing trailers with a partial song? Incidentally, there are many millions of views for 2012 trailers.

spinastory: just grab it from youtube then buy it when it comes available…. just sayin.

relyec
September 21, 2009 at 7:17 pm
spinastory: just grab it from youtube then buy it when it comes available’ ¦. just sayin.

Ok sounds good.. is kris’s on youtube yet?

BestAI: I have been looking for a leak of Time for Miracles and have found three trailers for the movie with no Adam singing, It looks like the instrumental song is going to be used in the trailers. Hope I’m wrong, but that is just what I keep seeing.

Spinastory YUP here it is:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yK8byRYs11A

sry didn’t link right:( you need to download youtube downloader then download the vid then convert it using the same downloader, to mp3 or mp4 whateva.

Watching CTF on youtube again …it’s subtle

@adamaloha,

Yep.

I think hype is good. Hype leads to name recognition, which leads to people saying, ‘oh, I’ve heard of THIS guy,’  when they see his CD sitting there among all the competition, which leads to more people checking him out (and probably loving his voice), which leads to more sales for ADAM.

Since he doesn’t have anything out at the moment’“ the only direction he can really go is up.

Adam hasn’t let me down yet. Every time I angst over something, every time I’m afraid for him, he exceeds my expectations. I always end up feeling relieved and a little silly for worrying so much in the first place.

TOTALLY THIS ^^^ I am a glass half-full girl too and I am in total agreement with you (and your other post as well). Worrying and debating gives us a little something to do, but I’ve can never second-guess him and I can never over-estimate him. It is an extreme rarity when he doesn’t completely surprise me and shatter my expectations.

The rest of the world hasn’t yet got a taste.

Mika, who some people weirdly compare to Adam, released his new album “The Boy Who New Too Much” today. I just downloaded it. STELLAR pop.

If you’re fond of pop music check it out, it’s great.

The following songs are my top recs:

Blame It On the Girls, Rain, Blue Eyes, By The Time, Good Gone Girl.

And Adam has a better than average chance of producing a good album’“ he has a pretty impressive roster of music A-listers helping him out’ ¦ and that is better than a kick in the head!

That, and his own instincts (which I think have been spot on so far), should help him navigate this very treacherous, and potentially rewarding, world he inhabits now.

Anytime I start to have anxiety over what will end up coming out for Adam, I remember all of the comments from some longstanding musicians who gush over his work, his voice, music leaks they have heard, etc. This validates my belief in his ability to bring it. I only hope he doesn’t put out too much “electronic pop” sh*t … but mainly because it is not my favorite kind of music.

And…I have to believe that no way would Adam have ever agreed to put out a cover for his first single. I am still baffled about this.

Mika’s new album ‘The Boy Who New Too Much’  dropped today. I just downloaded it. STELLAR pop.

If you’re fond of pop music check it out, it’s great.

The following songs are my top recs:

Blame It On the Girls, Rain, Blue Eyes, By The Time, Good Gone Girl

Sunn, you just named all my faves. Add – I See You to the list also. Did you see my earlier post about this album that Greg Wells worked on it?

Blondie, I love I See You, I just didn’t think it was a safe rec, so I left out. It’s a love it or hate or kinda song.

ETA: I’m also loving By The Time.

It’s a love it or hate or kinda song.

Isn’t that what music is?

Also, Muse’s new album is awesome! Just as good as Supermassive IMO. I am in music heaven tonight.

If Adam has something Muse-like on his album, I will love it. I know I’ll love it anyway regardless, but just sayin’

I bought Mika’s album after hearing just 2 tracks when I went into HMV today to buy Muse and Madonna.They were playing Mika’s album. Mika wasn’t even on my must buy list, but that’s what I love about music. It gets ya, right there, sometimes

Off to bed, just stuck my head in for a quick Hello tonight. Night all.

I really like Mika but his new single sounds just like Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” to me

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1wvlKjasVs&feature=fvw

Goodnight Blondie!

Man, this sucks. I wonder if we can get Adam to start tweeting us fake gates so we can run up 500-post threads just for our personal amusement.

karenw

The rest of the album is great.

I know I can’t be the only person that goes in a music store and hears the latest album they’re playing and thinks ‘ I like/love that, Wonder who it is’? and goes off to ask the nice friendly store assistant. I’ve done this plenty of times this year, another example is KOL’s Only By The Night, I’d heard the album before OBTN played instore and asked about them but never got round to buying it, and then heard OBTN played instore, asked again, and then bought it. I’ve bought a lot of albums just by hearing one track or reading a good review and discovered some great bands and artists I would never have known about. I’m very open to lots of music

There’ll surely be people that will hear Adam’s album this way? I don’t believe I’m alone in this?

Goodnight blondie:) FIANLLY DONE WITH HW!!!!! yay!!!!! I’m gonna read the thread….b back soon.oh and HI:D

Saw a brief Flash Forward promo. There was a Mad World song, but didn’t sound like Adam and actually did not sound as good. I wonder if AI pulled Adam’s version from the show.

Sunn, nobody is comparing Mika to Adam. A review said Mika was being compared to Freddie Mercury and in a previous note said that Mika was Adam’s strongest competition.

saga
September 21, 2009 at 6:22 pm
Guess I’m a glass half full kind of girl’ ¦

Yeah, that’s good, sorry to be a downer today.

sorry, stepped out for annoying RL and didn’t see this.

Eh, sistah!
No problem!! We all have downer days…. makes the conversation interesting!

Noop tweeted:

AnoopDoggDesaiThanks for the suggestions, guys…I have a few good ideas. Working through them right now.

Think that’s for songs for his fair set. Good for him.

Hazehel:

It may be blasphemy to AIC fans (and they’d be outraged if they heard me saying this) but I do think David Cook sang better than Layne in this cover.

Hey, I’m an AIC fan and I agree with you. What might get *me* run out of David Cook fandom is that I think “Man in the Box” is a better song by far than 75% of David’s current catalogue, BUT — I am perfectly happy to remain a DC fan as he cooks up material that is its equal. And I’m also happy that the remaining 25% is pretty damn choice.

wellhesback, thank so much for the link to that poll. That was a fun trip down memory lane. I’m kind of surprised they chose the performance of “Till I’m Blue” from Del Mar, though — the first time they played it. It was good, but this band is so not a static one, in that they change and fiddle with songs all the time, so that they often don’t find a groove on a new song till 3-4 performances in. (And then they change it again, heh.)

For me (for you) this performance of ‘Till I’m Blue’ at Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa is one of the best — and ok, also quite possibly the hottest — thing ever. The banter at the beginning is pretty funny, too. David’s mic was too low to hear as well as I might like, but other than that? Hoo boy.

ETA: Ooh, tierbee, thanks for the link to the IDIFY performance in Newport. That was fantastic. It’s amazing how they’ve taken this kinda ordinary song and made it into something really special. This is exactly why I’m happy to give these guys time to see what they can come up with. I hope like hell RCA feels the same way.

karenw
September 21, 2009 at 7:49 pm
I really like Mika but his new single sounds just like Belinda Carlisle’s ‘Heaven Is A Place On Earth’  to me

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1wvlKjasVs&feature=fvw

We Are Golden is the worst song on the album imo. Listen to the ones I recommended, you can stream here:

http://www.mikasounds.com/music

smokeyvera
September 21, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Sunn, nobody is comparing Mika to Adam. A review said Mika was being compared to Freddie Mercury and in a previous note said that Mika was Adam’s strongest competition.

Thanks for clarifying smokeyvera, I guess I must have gotten my posts muddled.

yeah I don’t know why they picked that one as Mika’s single .. although it is very catchy so they’re probably playing on the commercialism of it.

arghhhh .. I wish we could get some snippets of Adam’s new music .. I’m sooooooo impatient.

Did someone have a link to a new USA Today article on Adam? I can’t find it….

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=29158867&blogID=511110046

This is the link to the scan of the print article on him that was in this weekend’s paper, I believe.

I hope this is what you’re looking for?? Nice 3/4 length pic.

adamaloha
September 21, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Did someone have a link to a new USA Today article on Adam? I can’t find it’ ¦.

I couldn’t find anything. The Brian Mansfield article on the 17th was the last thing Adam related in USA Today.

Not sure if this is the current USA Today article about Adam and the fall music review or not. It’s dated last Friday, 9/18:

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/idolchatter/post/2009/09/your-random-friday-memo-1-2-3-4-5-6/1

I’ll keep looking

http://www.rcarecords.com/adamlambert/adamlambert_fallmusicpreview_usa.bmp

This is just the article…

Heeeey guys just finished the thread.will read kris’s thread now.ugh…why sooooo longgg??!!!

Here’s another link. I think this is the one referred to.

http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/reviews/2009-09-17-fall-music-mansfield_N.htm

Wow!!! Thanks, CindyM, Sunn, crazylady…

Yes, that was the article… I guess we’d actually seen it before today?

I’m getting a little confuzzled.

bye again. RL— damn!!

My 2c to this thread:

Muse: <3<3<3<3<3 Like Blondie, if any of Adam's music sounds like that I'll be sooooo happy.

Adam's headline on USAToday. I can see now where the Rob Sebree photos are coming in useful now. RCA is probably sending these photos out to the media for them to use on their articles. It beats all the crappy AI photos. Speaking of USAToday, I get hives thinking about Brian Mansfield. We all know he dislikes Adam… The conspiracy theorist in me is like thinking, he's going to set Adam so high on a pedestal and use it to bring him down in the final album review… I hope he's more objective than that. Ok *happy thoughts happy thoughts*

Can Adam's album be released sooner? The anticipation is killing me.

Anyway, I gtg start work. The 1st day of work after a public holiday just isn't fun….

My 2c to this thread:

Muse: <3<3<3<3<3 Like Blondie, if any of Adam's music sounds like that I'll be sooooo happy.

Adam's headline on USAToday. I can see now where the Rob Sebree photos are coming in useful now. RCA is probably sending these photos out to the media for them to use on their articles. It beats all the crappy AI photos. Speaking of USAToday, I get hives thinking about Brian Mansfield. We all know he dislikes Adam… The conspiracy theorist in me is like thinking, he's going to set Adam so high on a pedestal and use it to bring him down in the final album review… I hope he's more objective than that. Ok *happy thoughts happy thoughts*

Can Adam's album be released sooner? The anticipation is killing me.

Anyway, I gtg start work. The 1st day of work after a public holiday just isn't fun…

http://music-mix.ew.com/2009/09/21/pink-funhouse-on-the-scene/

On the scene for Pink’s Funhouse tour in L.A. (Guess what? She’s a rock star.)
by Whitney Pastorek

more gratuitous Adam mentions…

My 2c to this thread:

Muse: <3<3<3<3<3 Like Blondie, if any of Adam's music sounds like that I'll be sooooo happy.

Adam's headline on USAToday. I can see now where the Rob Sebree photos are coming in useful now. RCA is probably sending these photos out to the media for them to use on their articles. It beats all the crappy AI photos. Speaking of USAToday, I get hives thinking about Brian Mansfield. We all know he dislikes Adam… The conspiracy theorist in me is like thinking, he's going to set Adam so high on a pedestal and use it to bring him down in the final album review… I hope he's more objective than that. Ok *happy thoughts happy thoughts*

Can Adam's album be released sooner? The anticipation is killing me.

Anyway, I gtg start work. The 1st day of work after a public holiday just isn't fun….

hi guys I was talking to my cousin.she’s hilarious and normally she’s annoyed at my CONSTANT AI talk but she knew I’m feelng like shit today so she let me ramble and actually pretended to care.ZOMG!!!! anyway she emailed megan on her fan site which I thought was cool…I told her maybe megan had her hair in an afro becuz that was the only thing she had control over and I think she’s reading WAY too much into this but she said there’s a line in put ur records on about putyour hair down and she said something about African Americans and Afros.idk.

anyway I’m feeling like SHIT so bye guys.

goodnight…

I agree, Blondie. I LOVE MUSE. LOVE LOVE LOVE MUSE. If Adam’s album sounds anything like Muse’s, it will be on constant play. (Okay, it probably will, anyway, but Muse is amazing. Goose bumps.) I dunno about Mike. Will check it out and probably buy it. Thanks, guys. I’m running out of money. BTW, I knew nothing about Muse till the Tour (and Lyndsey Parker, who extolled them, and I love Lyndsey).

Anyway…am going to try to read these threads. My eyes hurt already. luv, I hears ya.

Hs this been posted yet? Very funny video of Kris and Matt “busking” outside the venue prior to the Syracuse show

“we can get some taco Bell”

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=100869763265974

Adam ‘s album will be SHIT and he will be a FAILURE……and yes it’s still me:/

You know that forum where they have that list of the 100 Technically Skilled Rock Vocalists? They are going to update that list. I guess they are going to keep Adam in the #2 spot. One person thought that they placed him too high. Others thought Adam belonged in the #1 spot. It was interesting reading what they had to say.

Adam ‘s album will be SHIT and he will be a FAILURE’ ¦’ ¦and yes it’s still me:/

Reverse psychology…hmmm it may work.

http://music-mix.ew.com/2009/09/21/pink-funhouse-on-the-scene/

On the scene for Pink’s Funhouse tour in L.A. (Guess what? She’s a rock star.)
by Whitney Pastorek

more gratuitous Adam mentions’ ¦

“…The raucousness was left behind, the house lights came up, a pack of fans attacked Adam Lambert,…”

The only thing I can conclude about Adam being mentioned here and there is he is the new “IT” person in town. The only people who would normally pay attention to celebs in LA are the pap. I wonder if Cook or Archuleta’s names would be mentioned in articles like these.

crazylady
September 21, 2009 at 8:39 pm
Here’s another link. I think this is the one referred to.

http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/reviews/2009-09-17-fall-music-mansfield_N.htm

Did you read some of the comments for this article? A fair number of them suggest that he better tone down the gay. WTF?

Trying to catch up. Saw a ref to Greg Wells but went back a few pages and can’t find the discussion. Anyone care to give me a synopsis?

Some great reviews for NPH and Chenowith won her category too, seems like AI bet on two hot celebrities.

http://music-mix.ew.com/2009/09/21/pink-funhouse-on-the-scene/

On the scene for Pink’s Funhouse tour in L.A. (Guess what? She’s a rock star.)
by Whitney Pastorek

more gratuitous Adam mentions‘ ¦

And I love it!

HotHotHot
September 21, 2009 at 9:11 pm
crazylady
September 21, 2009 at 8:39 pm
Here’s another link. I think this is the one referred to.

http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/reviews/2009-09-17-fall-music-mansfield_N.htm

Did you read some of the comments for this article? A fair number of them suggest that he better tone down the gay. WTF?

This comment, quoted below, takes the cake!

TjValion (0 friends, send message) wrote: 6h 45m ago
Ladies and Gentlemen, meet the Michael Jackson of the 2000′s: Adam Lambert. He came to us screwed up already, lets dress him like a freakshow and screw with his mind like M.J. Before you know it, he’ll be playing with little boys too. Way to go Hollywood.

I feel like slapping someone now. AAAAAARRRRRRGGGGGHHH

I’m surprised Whitney Pastorek didn’t say something negative about Adam. She was at most of the AI shows during the season and either made fun of Adam or begrudgingly acknowledged him. (I read every single one of her reviews.)

And, Brian Mansfield, another one. Will never forgive him for smelly-gate.

Ladies and Gentlemen, meet the Michael Jackson of the 2000′s: Adam Lambert. He came to us screwed up already, lets dress him like a freakshow and screw with his mind like M.J. Before you know it, he’ll be playing with little boys too. Way to go Hollywood.

I feel like slapping someone now. AAAAAARRRRRRGGGGGHHH

I hear ya Sunn. It’s obvious the person who wrote that is pretty f#@cked up.

I am so glad I missed smelly-gate so I don’t have to hate Brian (he interviewed me for a USA Today article ). Yep, Whitney is not a fan of Adam, and I am not a fan of Whitney.

Keep it up, luv. Send Adam some smokin’ hot mojo.

ETA: Brian actually likes Adam (I’ve called him on it a number of times). However he has told me to stay far away from the posters at these columns like the one abovie. In fact, I find most of the posters at his USA Today’s blog are really anti-Adam, and as a result I never post there anymore. I don’t even lurk, tho I tweet Brian once in a while. There are always Adam is OTT comments, and I don’t need to read them. I had to defend him w/ nearly every post, and that’s not my job and it just makes me mad.

I just got confirmation that my Eye of Horus pendant will arrive on the 24th – the day after my birthday

Ladies and Gentlemen, meet the Michael Jackson of the 2000′s: Adam Lambert. He came to us screwed up already, lets dress him like a freakshow and screw with his mind like M.J. Before you know it, he’ll be playing with little boys too. Way to go Hollywood.

Danny fans don’t know how mean the comments get regarding Adam. It’s exactly comments like these that make me so angry and defensive of Adam, and comments like these are everywhere.

Noooo guys,thats not reverse psychology.It’s what I honestly think……,,,.

I doubt the age more and more everyday.

Whitney always cracked me up during the season with how obvious anti-adam she was. When she criticized his singing of “We are the Champions” in the finale by saying all he ever does is “oversing”, I laughed my ass off. Oversing Queen??? Ummmm…no.

The only people who would normally pay attention to celebs in LA are the pap. I wonder if Cook or Archuleta’s names would be mentioned in articles like these.

Archie! Never! Cook — after a brief flirtation with Hollywood — he was out of there! Back to Oklahoma. So, if either of them have anything to say about it, both of them would shy away from the paparazzi, but would welcome accolades involving their work.

As a Cook and Archie fan, I’m glad to leave this to Adam.

I just got confirmation that my Eye of Horus pendant will arrive on the 24th ‘“ the day after my birthday

Happy Birthday, Squirrely. I get mine on the 23rd. I’m going to wear it at every one of Adam’s concerts.

Big deal,that comments nor worth wasting time on .I saw one in a later issue about Adam’s rolling stone thing a letter to the editor that went something like “who cares about a fat loser of a kareoke contest” well obviously u care enough to write a letter to the editor.I just ignore it.big friggin deal

I tried googling Greg Wells to see what you guys could have been talking about and came across this, totally unrelated:

Adam Lambert look-alike for parties

Happy Birthday, Squirrely. I get mine on the 23rd. I’m going to wear it at every one of Adam’s concert.

Thank you, and me too! I can’t wait to get it.

WTG, Squirrely and BestAI. I had a few non-Idol days, and I didn’t order the pendant and now I am pissed off at myself.

No announcement on when Adam’s single will be released yet? Not stealing Kris’s thunder, I just want to know.

ETA: I didn’t watch the Emmy’s last night. Who won best moment who was not Idol and Kris winning the Title? Did that strike anyone as being weird? You win an Emmy b/c you won Idol and looked befuddled? Am I missing something here???

This is the first time I have any expectation on an idol’s song or album. I have faith in Adam but not in 19E. Kris’ first single gives me a reality check.

I tried googling Greg Wells to see what you guys could have been talking about and came across this, totally unrelated:

Adam Lambert look-alike for parties

Ewww!

ETA: I wonder if Adam or his mom have come across that?

GOODNIGHT

g’night Luv

Archie! Never! Cook ‘” after a brief flirtation with Hollywood ‘” he was out of there! Back to Oklahoma. So, if either of them have anything to say about it, both of them would shy away from the paparazzi, but would welcome accolades involving their work.

As a Cook and Archie fan, I’m glad to leave this to Adam.

So the answer is NO then. LOL

The one funny thing Whitney did say about Adam was left-handed but still cracked me up. She said Adam was watching Lady Gaga perform, trying to control the flames coming out of his ass. I suppose if she just said that Adam could hardly contain his excitement over Gaga, it would not have been as funny.

Ladies and Gentlemen, meet the Michael Jackson of the 2000′s: Adam Lambert. He came to us screwed up already, lets dress him like a freakshow and screw with his mind like M.J. Before you know it, he’ll be playing with little boys too. Way to go Hollywood.

I feel like slapping someone now. AAAAAARRRRRRGGGGGHHH

I hear ya Sunn. It’s obvious the person who wrote that is pretty f#@cked up.

Danny fans don’t know how mean the comments get regarding Adam. It’s exactly comments like these that make me so angry and defensive of Adam, and comments like these are everywhere.

I totally agree. I can never believe the rotten remarks some people make. I really don’t understand people having that type of hate in them.

ETA: I didn’t watch the Emmy’s last night. Who won best moment who was not Idol and Kris winning the Title? Did that strike anyone as being weird? You win an Emmy b/c you won Idol and looked befuddled? Am I missing something here???

It wasn’t a real emmy, it was right before a commercial. True Blood won for breakthrough moment for the moment went Bill meets Soukie for the first time. That beat Gossip Girl and the “moment” from AI.

Happy Birthday Squirrely!!!!

sidewalkstory
September 21, 2009 at 9:35 pm
I tried googling Greg Wells to see what you guys could have been talking about and came across this, totally unrelated:

Adam Lambert look-alike for parties

Yuck!

Allison is home:

.. Ahhhh… City of Angels ..Oh how much I’ve missed you!! And your ranky smeeeellll!!…24 minutes ago from Echofon

You know that forum where they have that list of the 100 Technically Skilled Rock Vocalists? They are going to update that list. I guess they are going to keep Adam in the #2 spot. One person thought that they placed him too high. Others thought Adam belonged in the #1 spot. It was interesting reading what they had to say.

Oooh I didnt finish reading that thread last time I guess. Where I was they were saying that yes he’s amazing but he’s not got much ‘acclaim’ or something like that. Could you link me back to the thread? (I lost the link)

some people say negative things to gain attention, best to ignore them.. at least thats my way.. seems to work for the most part, once they see they are not getting attention they stop talking!!

Boredinschool here is that link. http://forums.nutsie.com/viewtopic.php?t=18672&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1635

So the answer is NO then. LOL

Right and thank the heavens for that.

Sassycatz
I think David Cook still has a place out here in L.A. and splits his time between here and Kansas City, doesn’t he?

Boredinschool here is that link. http://forums.nutsie.com/viewtopic.php?t=18672&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1635

Ooh thanks Krickette! You can call me Ariel if you want

I totally agree. I can never believe the rotten remarks some people make. I really don’t understand people having that type of hate in them.

Adam is just as nice, if not nicer than Kris. People wouldn’t think of saying stuff like that to Kris, or any of the other top ten, for that matter.

Thank you Sunn!

Sassycatz
September 21, 2009 at 9:50 pm
So the answer is NO then. LOL

Right and thank the heavens for that.

Singular attitude, not sure Cook’s PR agent would agree. But hey, I’m glad you’re happy.

Ok, I know that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but is this guy for real?

Adam Lambert look-alike for parties

I also, love that Adam got gratuitous mentions in P!nk reviews. It’s perfect. And that idiot who says Adam’s the next screwed up MJ? What an ass. According to the quote, he has no friends and he may have just brought his own house down with that awful quote, rolling Adam and MJ into one awful bit of nastiness.

As for Adam’s new music, it’s gonna rock people!!!

Thanks Ariel, I would like that. My nick name is Cricket. My first name is Lorena if you want you can call me which ever you feel comfortable with.

So the answer is NO then. LOL

Right and thank the heavens for that.

Adam is Hollywood and the Davids are smalltown boys the way they take too being in the spotlight does not surprise me. Although I can see David C venturing more into the Hollywood eye then David A. From season 8 I think Matt would take to the Hollywood shine if given the chance.

Krickette
September 21, 2009 at 9:49 pm

Boredinschool here is that link. http://forums.nutsie.com/viewtopic.php?t=18672&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1635

Nope it was on this thread:

http://forums.nutsie.com/viewtopic.php?t=14171&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1710

Sassycatz
I think David Cook still has a place out here in L.A. and splits his time between here and Kansas City, doesn’t he?

Yes, he rents a place out there for work reasons, I’m assuming. But, I thought we were talking about lifestyle. And, I got the impression he was not happy with being in the tabloids and eschewed that lifestyle.

Boredinschool here is that link. http://forums.nutsie.com/viewtopic.php?t=18672&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1635

Ooh thanks Krickette! You can call me Ariel if you want

Someone linked Adam singing a song from Jesus Christ Superstar from that link. I am taking bets now that if they make that into a movie, Adam will be at the top of their list. There is a singer/actor who talked about being in that movie, and he wanted Adam in it too. Anyone remember who that was?

I think David Cook still has a place out here in L.A. and splits his time between here and Kansas City, doesn’t he?

Yeah, he rents a house there with the other guys.

Think I’m gonna watch some of the backlog on my DVR. I’m at 95% full. Before I go – Happy Birthday Squirrley!

Boredinschool here is that link. http://forums.nutsie.com/viewtopic.php?t=18672&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1635

Nope it was on this thread:

http://forums.nutsie.com/viewtopic.php?t=14171&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1710

They are updating both their technical thread & their greatest live vocalist thread. So depending on which you wan to look up they are both right. I was talking about the Technical thread.

Thank you – it’s actually on Wednesday but thanks for all the early wishes we have to Liiiive Like We’re Dying

Adam is Hollywood and the Davids are smalltown boys the way they take too being in the spotlight does not surprise me. Although I can see David C venturing more into the Hollywood eye then David A.

Regardless of whether he wants to be in the spotlight, Cook has been pushed there on a fairly regular basis (see: piss-poorly sourced rumor that he is dating some model ending up on both Page Six and Access Hollywood). I think the jury is out on whether he’d be highlighted in any given LA concert review, because there haven’t been many test cases. (IIRC, the only show that would fit that description was one of CU’s last year, and I didn’t read any reviews of that show to know whether they mentioned him or not. [A fan report said he was kind of "sneaking in", though. Heh.])

Regardless, I think there are better metrics for determining buzz and interest than if some random reviewer stops paying attention to the show (which is, after all, the job) to boldface some names.

Thanks for the link Krickette, I love reading that site. I can’t remember who it was who was asking about falsetto vs head voice. The guys at the DDD forum link to a youtube of Adam’s notes from performances (tour included) and specify what note is hit and there really is a difference between the head voice notes and falsettos and you can hear them in the video. The falsetto’s are near the end. It’s a fun video too, kinda nostalgic.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dQes6PWFXs

Yeah, anytime Cook’s Declaration Tour has taken any type of break — whether it be two weeks or 3 days, he’s pretty much run back to Kansas City to hang with the fam and friends. The house he rents here seems to be just so he, Andy and Neal have a roof over their when they work in LA. Even his dog is back in KC now.

BestAI
September 21, 2009 at 9:59 pm

Someone linked Adam singing a song from Jesus Christ Superstar from that link. I am taking bets now that if they make that into a movie, Adam will be at the top of their list. There is a singer/actor who talked about being in that movie, and he wanted Adam in it too. Anyone remember who that was?

I believe that was Ben Barnes who was Prince Caspian in Narnia. He said something about how he had watched Adam perform live before he was famous and he was completely blown away by his performance (maybe it was the same HOTH performance, who knows?). But Ben Barnes isn’t exactly A-list either.

Someone linked Adam singing a song from Jesus Christ Superstar from that link. I am taking bets now that if they make that into a movie, Adam will be at the top of their list. There is a singer/actor who talked about being in that movie, and he wanted Adam in it too. Anyone remember who that was?

Yes!! It was another of my favorites, Ben Barnes from Prince Caspian among other things. He said it in an interview:

Next up, he’s filming the Narnia sequel, and a Memento-style thriller in Boston and a British film are in the pipeline. Meanwhile, he dreams of making a film of Jesus Christ Superstar with the theatrical American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert. Is he ambitious? “I don’t feel like I’ve got on the second rung yet, that I’ve got going. I don’t really know who I am as an actor: the best thing would be to experiment with it for the next 30 years and never really find out.”

linK: http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/features/ben-barnes-prince-of-hearts-1709371.html

He really likes Adam, he’s featured in this MTV video about the AI contest and mentions Adam. He’s the first guy.

http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1611780/20090520/kane__danity.jhtml

The only mention Cook has had at a concert recently was the one that Katy Perry was performing at the day before him where she singled him out in the audience and embarrassed him. Heh.

Hi Guys!

[waves, then wanders off to catch up on thread]

But Ben Barnes isn’t exactly A-list either.

He has an A in cuteness

http://www.imdb.com/find?s=all&q=ben+barnes&x=0&y=0

CindyM, Thank you for the link to that video. It sounds interesting and I could sure learn something from it.

Thank you ‘“ it’s actually on Wednesday but thanks for all the early wishes we have to Liiiive Like We’re Dying

LOL So I take it you’re not a LLWD fan? Heh I’m gonna keep trying to like it, but I wanna hear the *other* song.

And yes, HAPPY BIRTHDAY 26 hours in advance, EST.

Cook is the least LA kinda guy you can find, and that’s why I lurrrve him. (That and he can rock it out.) Adam and David are like Adam and Kris: Apples and Oranges. If anyone makes disparaging remarks re: Cook for no good reason, they should be summarily dismissed.

Was the ‘moment” thing just a joke? Still confused…

I don’t know what’s happening with Rickey on twitter, but I think he’s lost it.

I believe that was Ben Barnes who was Prince Caspian in Narnia. He said something about how he had watched Adam perform live before he was famous and he was completely blown away by his performance (maybe it was the same HOTH performance, who knows?). But Ben Barnes isn’t exactly A-list either.

Thanks. It’s not like Barnes would be in any decision-making for JC SS. One doesn’t have to be an A-lister to recognize talent.

I don’t know what’s happening with Rickey on twitter, but I think he’s lost it.

I thought Rickey lost it a long time ago……..what’s he doing now?

Was the ‘moment’  thing just a joke? Still confused’ ¦

It was something to bring attention to the Emmy’s. It was a fan voted contest, associated with the Emmy’s and sponsored by Vaseline and TV.Com. There were alot of complaints about associating it with the Emmys. It wasn’t an actual Emmy, just a mention on the telecast. Here’s the link explaining it:

http://www.tv.com/breakthrough/

clearone
September 21, 2009 at 10:20 pm

I thought Rickey lost it a long time ago’ ¦’ ¦..what’s he doing now?

I honestly dunno. Link: http://twitter.com/rickey

I don’t know what’s happening with Rickey on twitter, but I think he’s lost it.

Is he making gay references to Adam again?

Sunn

is Rickey freaking out again? He’s already had three meltdowns this morning — first arguing with fans about Kris’ single and whether fans would know it was a Script cover; and then his boo-boo with taking Kris’ friend’s joke about Katy being pregnant and posting it on his site as if it was true. Then there was something about somebody posing as Rickey on twitter…

So what’s up with him now?

Rickey has really lost it.

explanation not needed a link was posted…

girlygirl, BestAI, I really have no idea what he’s doing or why. It’s weird and I don’t understand it. But he is spamming again, and not coherently either.

Check out his twitter and tell me.

LOL…that DDD stuff is funny…they’re talking about the criteria for live performance vs studio performances and Adam hasn’t issued an album yet. So someone suggests that they look at the AI studio versions and this is the reply:

Improvement over studio, I would say he would have to realease an album first, before that can be appropriatley judged.

Maybe you could compare the studio performances of his Idol songs to the live performances?

You’d have to contend with different arrangements, since the live versions were truncated to fit in an hour’s space along with inane product placement a gay minstrel, and other singers, but it’s something.

Opinion of “No Boundaries”

Add No Boundaries to the list of studio performances being better than live. I think that the studio version is actually pretty technically impressive, if you get past the horrifically lame lyrics.

Does everyone here know about David Cook hosting an hour of radio on LA’s myfm every weeknight this week from 7-8pm PT? In between every other song or so they announce ‘David Cook is in control’ and he proceeds to introduce a song of his choice with a little story. Its going on right now – check it out.

But why spam with the word? That’s it, I’m unfollowing the nutbar.

I never followed him, I just peeked every now and then.

Yeah, he rents a house there with the other guys.

I’m having a flashback to the Monkees. I just can’t decide if David would be Peter (because he’s such a dork), Mike (because he’s so serious about his music), Micky (because he really is the ambitious one in this group IMO) or Davy (because duh).

Anyway. I have a question, which betrays how long it’s been since I’ve listened to the radio. I’m listening to DJ DC on the 104.3 livestream (although this was recorded, obvs) and am wondering what kind of station 104.3 is. Didn’t 104.3 in L.A. use to be KBIG 104? And weren’t they Top 40 at one point? This sounds like older and very middle of the road stuff. (Now playing “Californication” for ex.)

I stopped respecting Rickey since finale week when he kept saying “Don’t vote for the gay,” and “Vote for the Christian”.

He doesn’t have to answer her – that’s the beauty of twitter, responses/questions are easy to ignore.

And I was so enjoying listening to my new album and cruising mj’s, then I looked at my twitter and it’s all rickey. He really harshed my morning.

Add No Boundaries to the list of studio performances being better than live. I think that the studio version is actually pretty technically impressive, if you get past the horrifically lame lyrics.

I agree with them. The studio production of Adam’s NoBO is fantastic. It brought 80′s style into a contemporary song without making it retro. And the melding of Adam’s crescendo note with that of the backup singer’s was seamless, and produced a beautiful sound.

Anyway. I have a question, which betrays how long it’s been since I’ve listened to the radio. I’m listening to DJ DC on the 104.3 livestream (although this was recorded, obvs) and am wondering what kind of station 104.3 is. Didn’t 104.3 in L.A. use to be KBIG 104? And weren’t they Top 40 at one point? This sounds like older and very middle of the road stuff. (Now playing ‘Californication’  for ex.)

MollyAnnMay – as far as I know KBIG is now AC which to me is middle of the road.

If I’m going to listen to Top 40 radio, I listen to the stations in Ventura (KBBY – B95.1, KFYV 105.5) and Santa Barbara (KRUZ – 97.5) (via computer) or KROC.

Does everyone here know about David Cook hosting an hour of radio on LA’s myfm every weeknight this week from 7-8pm PT? In between every other song or so they announce ‘David Cook is in control’ and he proceeds to introduce a song of his choice with a little story. Its going on right now ‘“ check it out.

I’m laughing so hard listening to him. This is going to be a real treat all week. He better fess up and tell the story involving Steve Perry and pork chops LOL And what a shock, he actually admitted to his Katy Perry crush. What?? NO! I couldn’t tell all this time!

I agree with them. The studio production of Adam’s NoBO is fantastic. It brought 80′s style into a contemporary song without making it retro. And the melding of Adam’s crescendo note with that of the backup singer’s was seamless, and produced a beautiful sound.

I agree. I am always reluctant to admit it, but I really like Adam’s “No Boundaries”. It’s on my playlist and I never skip it..LOL.

terraj, I forgot to mention I am glad you posted that link. I was able to finish reading it. I was very interesting.

CindyM
September 21, 2009 at 10:48 pm

I agree with them. The studio production of Adam’s NoBO is fantastic. It brought 80′s style into a contemporary song without making it retro. And the melding of Adam’s crescendo note with that of the backup singer’s was seamless, and produced a beautiful sound.

I agree. I am always reluctant to admit it, but I really like Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’ . It’s on my playlist and I never skip it..LOL.

I also agree, it is on my playlist, too. I find myself singing along when it comes on.

Thanks, adamland. I’m just starting to understand the alphabet soup of radio formats used these days. That makes sense, considering what’s being played.

They’ve just segued from “Sexyback” to “Drops of Jupiter” to “Poker Face.” OK then. (Although I note that David didn’t introduce any of those, though he did do a funny intro for Katy Perry’s “Waking Up in Vegas.”)

Trina

And what a shock, he actually admitted to his Katy Perry crush. What?? NO! I couldn’t tell all this time!

That really was cute. Yes, I noted the big pause as he scrambled for the right way to describe her. You could hear the wheels turning as he tried to figure out what to say that wouldn’t get him into trouble. LOL!

Ricky’s gay, right?

I’m laughing so hard listening to him. This is going to be a real treat all week.

I love the Jimmy Eat World song “The Middle”, but I’ll never hear it in the same way again.

And his crush on Katy Perry (even though I don’t particularly like her) is too cute.

He’s good at this. His stories were funny and he has great comedic timing.

Scott’s tweeting and…yes, you guessed it…eating.

IdolScottDining at Eddie V’s. Just ordered a goat cheese and wild mushroom salad…jazz trio playing live…very loungy vibe. haha
18 minutes ago from mobile web

IdolScottHeading down to DC Ranch in Scottsdale for some food… recording is coming along, but need a little breather.
about 1 hour ago from mobile web

Someone linked Adam singing a song from Jesus Christ Superstar from that link. I am taking bets now that if they make that into a movie, Adam will be at the top of their list. There is a singer/actor who talked about being in that movie, and he wanted Adam in it too. Anyone remember who that was?

Yeah, Ben Barnes was the one putting that dream out there (which is always good in entertainment ‘“ you get peoples’ wheels turning), but also, DDD (speak of the Devil) rated Steve Balsamo, who starred in the very successful London revival of JCS as an incredible Jesus. His “Gethsemane” came in second to Adam’s HOTM as “Technically Best Live Performance” evah.

Here’s the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-rre_BXxC0

It is casting gold. How often are you going to come across two such strong vocalists in their prime at the same time? I had mentioned in a post about HOTM that it would be difficult to cast a Jesus that wouldn’t be upstaged by Adam’s charisma as Judas. This Balsamo could do it.

Someone in Hollywood needs to get this in the works. I’ve long been a JCS lover, but the movie version is hopelessly dated (and I love Norman Jewison, its director). But the themes are so relevant and the music is still so good. Adam would kill in this.

Aww, an hour of DJ David Cook is too short. His voice is sexy!! We all know who is his celebrity crush by now. LOL

Eh. Slow news night?

Happy pre-birthday Squirrely!!

The “tribute artist” is all kinds of “erg”, and yeah – I now *totally* see the point of all the Sebree photos! Gotta admit that I didn’t understand that shoot for a long time (weren’t we all sitting around going, “but what are the pics for“?) , but they sure have come in useful.

So Rickey is freaking out about somebody’s use of the word gay on twitter?

I don’t get it…

And is David going to play Kris’ single during this guest hosting stint?

I agree. I am always reluctant to admit it, but I really like Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’ . It’s on my playlist and I never skip it..LOL.

I don’t really like the song, but I love the production.

MollyAnnMay
September 21, 2009 at 10:53 pm

Thanks, adamland. I’m just starting to understand the alphabet soup of radio formats used these days. That makes sense, considering what’s being played.

They’ve just segued from ‘Sexyback’  to ‘Drops of Jupiter’  to ‘Poker Face.’  Ok then. (Although I note that David didn’t introduce any of those, though he did do a funny intro for Katy Perry’s ‘Waking Up in Vegas.’ )

If you haven’t listened to the radio in a while in L.A. it gets really confusing. The ones I used to listen to before my music boycott started have all changed. I have had to find new ones now that I will be listening to the radio again.

Sunn
September 21, 2009 at 11:03 pm

I agree. I am always reluctant to admit it, but I really like Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’ . It’s on my playlist and I never skip it..LOL.

I don’t really like the song, nut I love the production.

I don’t really like the song either per se, but the production on it is really good IMO, I like the way Adam envisioned it.

And is David going to play Kris’ single during this guest hosting stint?

This is all pre-recorded, David is actually in KC right now. So I doubt we’ll hear Kris. Cause the song was not available when he did this.

Didn’t 104.3 in L.A. use to be KBIG 104? And weren’t they Top 40 at one point?

It is KBIG, but it’s an HAC station now.

I agree. I am always reluctant to admit it, but I really like Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’ . It’s on my play list and I never skip it..LOL.

…hand raises slowly up…..(then in a whisper).me too….

Yeah, Ben Barnes was the one putting that dream out there (which is always good in entertainment ‘“ you get peoples’ wheels turning), but also, DDD (speak of the Devil) rated Steve Balsamo, who starred in the very successful London revival of JCS as an incredible Jesus. His ‘Gethsemane’  came in second to Adam’s HOTM as ‘Technically Best Live Performance’  evah.

Here’s the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-rre_BXxC0

It is casting gold. How often are you going to come across two such strong vocalists in their prime at the same time? I had mentioned in a post about HOTM that it would be difficult to cast a Jesus that wouldn’t be upstaged by Adam’s charisma as Judas. This Balsamo could do it.

Someone in Hollywood needs to get this in the works. I’ve long been a JCS lover, but the movie version is hopelessly dated (and I love Norman Jewison, its director). But the themes are so relevant and the music is still so good. Adam would kill in this.

Holy shit that Balsamo is incredible. Adam would be the perfect Judas (he even wanted to play that part) to Balsamo’s Jesus. Except Adam wouldn’t be available for a couple of years…

Barnes isn’t a bad singer, but Adam would definitely upstage him. Defintely Balsamo.

Apparently David Cook has a new dog
http://twitpic.com/int7n

And is David going to play Kris’ single during this guest hosting stint?
girlygirl, my guess would be no, for two reasons: DC’s stint was pre-recorded before Kris’s single dropped and two, even if they slotted it in as a song he doesn’t introduce (there were several of those), as adamland mentioned, it sounds like this radio station has gone to AC format, not one that I think Kris and Co are looking to for playing his single.

adamland

If you haven’t listened to the radio in a while in L.A. it gets really confusing.

I would imagine. I lasted as long as I could until even KROQ was more yapping and advertisements than music and then just gave up. And that had to have been 10 years ago…

SusanM but also, DDD (speak of the Devil) rated Steve Balsamo, who starred in the very successful London revival of JCS as an incredible Jesus. His ‘Gethsemane’  came in second to Adam’s HOTM as ‘Technically Best Live Performance’  evah.

Here’s the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-rre_BXxC0

He and Adam in the JCS movie would be—breathtaking.

Adam’s NoBo doesn’t suck.

And is David going to play Kris’ single during this guest hosting stint?

His brother, Andrew, plays Kris all the time on his Saturday afternoon show. I wouldn’t be surprised if he played Kris’ new single the first Saturday he has the opportunity to do so.

And is David going to play Kris’ single during this guest hosting stint?

For some reason, I thought DC was going to be on in the morning. I was deliberately checking out MY-FM this evening hoping to hear Kris’ song. I only heard one DC transition, but it just went right into a song. I usually am home by 7:00, but I’ll try to keep listening. I was hoping he’d play it, but people are saying it’s obviously taped, so maybe he couldn’t.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SQUIRRELY!! I was going to wait until Wednesday, but I didn’t want you to think I forgot.

That’s my oldest nephew’s b-day (18! Yikes.) Seeing him born was one of the coolest days in my life so I have tremendous affection for Sept. 23.

as adamlandmentioned it sounds like this radio station has gone to AC format, not one that I think Kris and Co are looking to for playing his single.

Oh, if there’s an LA station that may play Kris song is this one. It’s HAC, not AC. The LA version of WPLJ, where Kris went today. I think this is a station they are looking to for playing the song.

I wonder if that’s really his dog? Andrew jokes around a lot so I’m not 100% convinced it’s definitely his especially since he seemed to be missing Dublin so much on Twitter this week. The little purple blanket combined with his tie though is WAY too adorable though.

Didn’t 104.3 in L.A. use to be KBIG 104? And weren’t they Top 40 at one point?

It is KBIG, but it’s an HAC station now.

Dumb question. Whats the difference between them? What does HAC stand for?

I think my question’s got deleted on OT. I was wondering what’s the different between Z100 and FMQB. Kris releases his single thru Z100 and Adam with FMQB? Is this some kind of tradition? Thanks,

Sunn: I am always reluctant to admit it, but I really like Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’ . It’s on my playlist and I never skip it..LOL.

dhunken:‘ ¦hand raise slowly up’ ¦..(then in a whisper).me too’ ¦.

[laugh] Can you guys believe I’ve never heard it?!!!

I hated the live version *so* much that I completely boycotted the song. Honestly, its the only time I’ve been completely disappointed in an Adam performance – and OF COURSE that was the one time my husband saw Adam on television (hence the ever-since dismissal of “GayGothEmoBoi”).

However, so many people have recently admitted to truly liking the studio version that I’m now almost tempted……..

Apparently David Cook has a new dog
http://twitpic.com/int7n

I’m thinking Andrew is pulling our leg.

By the way, who brings their dog to a wedding reception? Maybe this dog belongs to the bride or groom and someone is “baby” sitting while they’re on their honeymoon.

SusanM but also, DDD (speak of the Devil) rated Steve Balsamo, who starred in the very successful London revival of JCS as an incredible Jesus. His ‘Gethsemane’  came in second to Adam’s HOTM as ‘Technically Best Live Performance’  evah.

Here’s the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-rre_BXxC0

OMG, he’s amazing. How did I miss this production?????

Thanks, leome!

Wow, this is HAC? But this was all older music — isn’t HAC supposed to play current music? Or is that AC?

Deah gott, this is confusing. I liked it better when what got played depended on a particular DJ’s taste in music and how much payola he was getting. At least then I knew what was and wasn’t going to be played where.

HoppersSkippersMiners
September 21, 2009 at 11:16 pm
Sunn: I am always reluctant to admit it, but I really like Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’ . It’s on my playlist and I never skip it..LOL.

Hoppers, that’s not me you’re quoting that’s CindyM.

And, Wut? you mean you didn’t run and download the song like the rest of us loyal Adam fans???!!! I’m having you’re fan membership revoked immediately.

Sassycatz that’s not a wedding they’re at, this is where they are. Not that I can figure out why anyone would bring a puppy there either..

Holy shit that Balsamo is incredible. Adam would be the perfect Judas (he even wanted to play that part) to Balsamo’s Jesus. Except Adam wouldn’t be available for a couple of years’ ¦

Barnes isn’t a bad singer, but Adam would definitely upstage him. Defintely Balsamo.

OMG – I got chills watching that video, esp. at 2:58-3:08 and then again at 3:51 – 4:10. Balsamo and Adam would be casting platinum!

However, so many people have recently admitted to truly liking the studio version that I’m now almost tempted’ ¦’ ¦..

Go for it, HoppersSkippersMiners! The saccharin lyrics still make me cringe, but his vocal range and tone are absolutely stunning in the studio version. It’s totally not my favorite genre of song, but when it comes up on my IPod, I find myself singing along.

Sunn: Wut, you mean you didn’t run and download the song like the rest of us loyal Adam fans???!!! I’m having you’re fan membership revoked immediately.

[laughs] [ducks] [runs for cover]

Couldn’t help it! I was actually PISSED at Adam for that pitchy mess b/c I had been trying to convince my husband to finally listen to him and THAT was the only song he ever heard (didn’t believe my feeble “Wait!! He’s much BETTER than that!!” pleas)

Hoppers However, so many people have recently admitted to truly liking the studio version that I’m now almost tempted’ ¦’ ¦..

I bought it to support Adam even though, like you, the live version left me in all kinds of pain.
Then I got used to it.
Then… it started to grow on me.
Now I can appreciate it for what it is– a sucky song that Adam makes his bitch.

[grin] And face it gals, Adam’s live NoBo **WAS** pitchy!!

LOL, the Red Sox give up 8 runs (SOB), and this thread is still going on!!!

I’ve been on Twitter off and on and this gay thing is bizarre. He is claiming that “glamberts” are bent out of shape b/c he called someone on DTWS gay. (Or maybe gay.) But WTF? Who cares if this guy on DWTS is gay? And why is he kind of but not really “outting” him? And I’m not sure what this has to do with Adam. And I believe Rickey is gay (like I give a damn, except that he seems pretty homophobic, either way), and he has spammed like crazy but I have ignored it, b/c who cares about Rickey? I cae about Cook. 10/10. That’s my show!

BTW, I like NoBo 100,000x better recorded than live (not Adam OR Kris’s fault), and it’s a guilty pleasure, but I still think it’s overproduced. I want more Adam!!! And Want is a silly song but you get lots of Adam, even if it’s demo Adam.

I think Top 40 plays what is on the Top 40 chart.
Hot AC (Hot AC) plays a mix of Top 40 (Daughtry, Katy Perry, GaGa, Nickelback, ADAM…wait, not yet sorry) and older music (mix plays 80s, 90s, now or whatever they use as a tag now).
AC is more mellow (Cook’s ToML but not CBTM)

I think…

Can you hear Cook as a podcast? If so, I will listen tomorrow (gotta watch Heroes now…giving it another chance). If pre-recorded, no Kris. Didn’t know Andrew had a radio show, but I’m out of touch on the Cookie front. Am trying to get back on track.

adamaloha: Now I can appreciate it if for what it is’“ a sucky song that Adam makes his bitch.

Now THAT is a recommendation!!

I would imagine. I lasted as long as I could until even KROQ was more yapping and advertisements than music and then just gave up. And that had to have been 10 years ago’ ¦

adamland, I had an out-of-body experience listening to KROQ tonight. I was flipping around and it is one of my presets. Suddenly this song is playing that is the most ridiculous dreck I’ve ever heard in my life. Seriously, the lyrics were such a cheesefest that they made NoBo sound like Shakespeare. I kept staring at my screen thinking, “What? This CANNOT be KROQ.

I thought it had to be a commercial, but it wasn’t. I was planning to google it when I got home, but I got stuck in traffic and now I can’t remember the damn chorus. Also, for some reason my display was not giving the artist’s name or title (didn’t want to admit it, I guess). I kept thinking it had to be one of their rotation bands that just came out with an insanely bad song.

Wait, some of the lyrics are coming back to me, maybe I’ll remember enough to google. But this would have been the type of song KROQ wouldn’t have touched with a HasMat suit on before.

So bottom line: Can’t figure L.A. radio for anything anymore. But I would put money on MY-FM playing Kris.

adamaloha: Now I can appreciate it if for what it is’“ a sucky song that Adam makes his bitch.

Heeesterical!

I love this thread. It’s the thread that keeps on giving.

Sassycatz that’s not a wedding they’re at, this is where they are. Not that I can figure out why anyone would bring a puppy there either..

Really? I thought it was a pic from that wedding they just attended last weekend. Now that you mention it, the suit looks different. See how much I pay attention?

HoppersSkippersMiners
September 21, 2009 at 11:29 pm

[grin] And face it gals, Adam’s live NoBo **WAS** pitchy!!

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Yes, it certainly was! He redeems himself, though, on the studio version. Again, the song itself sucks, but he makes the most of it with his amazingness.

Couldn’t help it! I was actually PISSED at Adam for that pitchy mess b/c I had been trying to convince my husband to finally listen to him and THAT was the only song he ever heard (didn’t believe my feeble ‘Wait!! He’s much BETTER than that!!’  pleas)

You got pissed at Adam so you deprived yourself of this glorious insulin inducing Kara masterpiece? Don’t treat yourself that way.

I say go download now, and play it for your lovely husband as soon as he wakes up in the morning. That should teach delight him.

adamaloha: Now I can appreciate it if for what it is’“ a sucky song that Adam makes his bitch.

That’s a perfect description of Adam’s NOBO. I’ll be stealing it from you Adamaloha, and using it a lot. So if you see yourself quoted and uncredited, just know it’s me doing it.

suebrody: LOL, the Red Sox give up 8 runs (SOB), and this thread is still going on!!!

[evil grin] I should probably tell my husband (the Yankee fanatic). He had a crappy day. It’ll make him feel better…

[runs like hell]

Well, if people can admit to liking Adam’s “No Boundaries” then I can admit I’ve always liked “Time of My Life”. Hearing Cookie sing it brings a smile to my face. Not to mention the finale memories. and its his first platinum record. but, really I like the way DC does the song.

Kara doesn’t deserve a “clean slate” imho. She stole Paula’s job. Ellen is just in her own category and she will be funny.

Well, if people can admit to liking Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’  then I can admit I’ve always liked ‘Time of My Life’ . Hearing Cookie sing it brings a smile to my face. Not to mention the finale memories. and its his first platinum record. but, really I like the way DC does the song.

I like both of the songs. But I don’t think N.B. is going platinum for anybody. lol

wellhesback
September 21, 2009 at 11:33 pm
Well, if people can admit to liking Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’  then I can admit I’ve always liked ‘Time of My Life’ . Hearing Cookie sing it brings a smile to my face. Not to mention the finale memories. and its his first platinum record. but, really I like the way DC does the song.

Raises both hands. I flove Time of My Life and I’m not afraid to admit it, rainbows and all.

adamaloha: Now I can appreciate it if for what it is’“ a sucky song that Adam makes his bitch.

Oooooh…I love this new description for Adam’s No Boundaries.

Here’s the youtube of the studio recording:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nvCwvX57a8

Can you hear Cook as a podcast? If so, I will listen tomorrow (gotta watch Heroes now’ ¦giving it another chance). If pre-recorded, no Kris. Didn’t know Andrew had a radio show, but I’m out of touch on the Cookie front. Am trying to get back on track.

Someone on DCO is making a recording — an MP3 — of tonight’s show. Oh, here it is:
http://www.4shared.com/file/134450799/477e4fad/1043_FM.html

I would keep an eye on this thread for future recordings:
http://www.davidcookofficial.com/us/content/radio-guest-hosting-starts-tonite-monday-www1043myfmcom-7-8pm

As for Andrew, yes he has a weekly radio show. It’s two hours on Saturday, 12:00 to 2:00 central time. So, 1:00 to 3:00 eastern, etc.

You can listen here:
http://www.kcradio.com/index2.php

wellhesback
September 21, 2009 at 11:33 pm
Well, if people can admit to liking Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’  then I can admit I’ve always liked ‘Time of My Life’ . Hearing Cookie sing it brings a smile to my face. Not to mention the finale memories. and its his first platinum record. but, really I like the way DC does the song.

Ha, but I only admitted liking the production not the song. So I can still point and laugh, yes?

I’m kidding ofcourse. I would never point.

Susan M – I only turn on KROQ when I know the DJ – hate Jed the Fish, he has horrid taste in music, and Kat Corbett gets on my nerves. They have 2 new DJs that I am not familar with.

I lived in Santa Barbara for a while and I love that station – NO DJ’s except for the morning commute. But since it is a college town (with a LOT of European and Asian students) the music is very current.

I am hoping against hope that they will play Adam on rotation and I think 105.5 will since noon time is when Ryan’ Seacrest is on (I refuse to listen to KISS-FM).

Well, if people can admit to liking Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’  then I can admit I’ve always liked ‘Time of My Life’ . Hearing Cookie sing it brings a smile to my face. Not to mention the finale memories. and its his first platinum record. but, really I like the way DC does the song.

wellhesback, I feel exactly the same. I love love TOML.

Man, this sucks. I wonder if we can get Adam to start tweeting us fake gates so we can run up 500-post threads just for our personal amusement.

Of course, you’re kidding.

[grins] Add me to the “enjoys TOML” list. I even turn it up when it comes on the radio.

[giggles] Hi mj!

Now I can appreciate it for what it is’“ a sucky song that Adam makes his bitch.

So perfectly put, adamaloha!! [snerk], but also reason why I don’t panic about Adam being given inferior songs. I too listen to NoBo on my custom Adam CD in my car all the time. And I have to even go one better. When I was burning my playlist, on the first version, the CD was full before NoBo came on. The second time I rearranged my playlist I actually made sure NoBo would make the cut. Sads? Yes, but true.

And yes, Hoppers, it was Adam’s worst performance, which explains his near meltdown that afternoon. The both said (diplomatically) that it is a REALLY hard song to sing live. Even worse with only a few hours to prepare.

Note to Kara: May still have to cut a bitch for that one. You need to BRING it with “Strut.”

Sunn I say go download now, and play it for your lovely husband as soon as wakes up in the morning. That should teach delight him.

Ha Ha. You’re all so wise.

wellhesback
September 21, 2009 at 11:33 pm
Well, if people can admit to liking Adam’s ‘No Boundaries’  then I can admit I’ve always liked ‘Time of My Life’ . Hearing Cookie sing it brings a smile to my face. Not to mention the finale memories. and its his first platinum record. but, really I like the way DC does the song.

I love that we’re all so honest here.

“Coz hear I am ‘” still holding on! Every step you climb another mountain
Every breathe its harder to believe”….Oh sorry was watching the Youtube Video that was posted of Adam’s No Boundaries and got carried away singing the song…

SusanM

Note to Kara: May still have to cut a bitch for that one. You need to BRING it with ‘Strut.’ 

Oh Shite! I forgot about Strut.

Of course, you’re kidding.

What? You don’t think he will? Dang.

Freakin’ Diva.

“ADAM’S BITCH” – beautifully stated.

SusanM but also, DDD (speak of the Devil) rated Steve Balsamo, who starred in the very successful London revival of JCS as an incredible Jesus. His ‘Gethsemane’  came in second to Adam’s HOTM as ‘Technically Best Live Performance’  evah.

Here’s the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-rre_BXxC0

Wow, that is an amazing performance.

And yes, Hoppers, it was Adam’s worst performance, which explains his near meltdown that afternoon. The both said (diplomatically) that it is a REALLY hard song to sing live. Even worse with only a few hours to prepare.

I remember him talking about his near meltdown. The look on his face after that performance was not good. Having so much to learn that week (the songs for Tuesday and Wednesday’s group stuff and duets). Getting NoBo 36 hours before they had to record and perform it had to have been hell. He had never listened to KISS ever and had to scramble and listen before he had a 25 minute practice with them. At least he knew the words to We are The Champion which was a good thing as they didn’t know until after the Tues finale that they were going to duet with Queen. Add another 25 minute practice with Queen. I would have definitely had a meltdown.

Ok guys -

You’ve made me laugh! Should probably think about bed, though. And…IDK….a load of laundry, and (wait!) dinner, I forgot dinner!

Hey – fed the kid & critters before coming here…remembered the important parts!

‘Night!!

[stops and runs off to the Kris thread to pack up the carpetbag]

[sticks head back in]

“Meltdown”??!! When did Adam ever talk about a meltdown??

But he absolutely slayed it in the Kiss Medley and We Are the Champions. OMG that was one of my all time favourite moments on TV captured live.

Sorry but NoBo by ANYBODY sucks, live or studio. It’s a crappy song and NOBODY can make that so called song work. JMO.

Wellhesback I so agree with you.

Now I can appreciate it for what it is’“ a sucky song that Adam makes his bitch.

Yes! I’ve said many times that I enjoy Adam’s version of NOBO. Actually, the words seem to describe Adam’s journey. I started liking this song(Adam’s version)even more after I read the LA Times four-part series.

OK, I have to signe off now. Must shower and try to get some work done. I haven’t slept all night. Wahaaaay!

ETA:

I forgot, Good night everyone.

Thanks Ariel, I would like that. My nick name is Cricket. My first name is Lorena if you want you can call me which ever you feel comfortable with.

Sorry for the late reply, I was caught up in the DDD forum and homework. I think I’ll call you Cricket It sounds cool.

I remember him talking about his near meltdown. The look on his face after that performance was not good.

Oooh…that look. You’re right not good. It’s like he can’t even believe he had to sing that.

I just tortured myself watching that here on MJ’s site to remember it. I have problems, I know.

And Rickey finally tells us why he’s been so crazy on Twitter today:

rickey: Yes. RT @mayflower23: Poor Rickey, is this the only way you can get some attention?
about 1 hour ago from TweetDeck

All I can say is “Oy vey!”

Thanks, Sassycat!

HSM, I am deeply wounded. Not sure, if mj is a Red Sox, but if so, she is deeply wounded, too.

NoBo was the ONLY performance of Adam’s that was off. The ONLY ONE. Not bad, eh? I mean, you can like, love, or hate other weeks, but you cannot dispute how technically strong they were, if not flawless. NoBo was not, and he looked pained after he sang it, but we know why. You nailed it, adamland.

God, I don’t want to go to bed. This thread is too much fun!

I LOVE ToML. I have ALWAYS loved ToML. I am unabashedly a fan of it. I don’t care that it has magic rainbows, b/c he has such a pretty (well, okay, not pretty, but lovely? beautiful? whatevers) voice. This is why I also love Permanent, Avalanche, and Lie. I know he is a rocker, but he has the softer side, too that I dig.

I cannot wait to hear Strut so we have a new song that we can create new lyrics for. I feel like I can do that for Adam, b/c he would just laugh at it (or groan, probably). I keep hearing JUMP in my head by the Pointer Sisters. Wonder if it will sound like that?

ETA: Good night, Sunn! Oh, and I can’t watch either Kris or Adam’s performance singing NoBo. I can watch every other Adam performance, including IICHY, which I do not like, and even Beth, etal (which I…er…do not like, ducking), but not that. Never that.

HoppersSkippersMiners
September 22, 2009 at 12:00 am
[sticks head back in]

‘Meltdown’ ??!! When did Adam ever talk about a meltdown??

In the Larry King Live interview, he said he’d had a “stress attack” the day of the final performance show, he felt panicked and had to talk himself off the ledge.

Pathetic, I just watched it, still saved on my DVR and I knew exactly where to look. Right before the part about his belgian boots.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIUuXU2M01Q

Was this posted over the weekend? Matt just tweeted it about two hours ago. It’s pretty cute.

@Hoppers, during Kris and Adam’s pre-final press conference they were asked if they pressure was getting to them and Adam had said that day (Tuesday) afternoon was about the worst it had been all season. I can only imagine it was them trying to sing NoBo live for the first time (with all the other converging pressures coming down around them) and he said that was the closest he came to “losing it.”

ETA: Or was it “Larry King Live”? He definitely mentioned it a couple of times.

terraj
September 22, 2009 at 12:00 am

But he absolutely slayed it in We Are the Champions. OMG that was one of my all time favourite moments on TV captured live.

If you were singing a song by your all time favorite singer and backing you were that singer’s bandmates wouldn’t you slay it too? One of his dreams came true that night.

And I agree he slayed it, I get chills every time I watch the vid and he sings the first couple of words…

@Hoppers, during Kris and Adam’s pre-final press conference they were asked if they pressure was getting to them and Adam had said that day (Tuesday) afternoon was about the worst it had been all season. I can only imagine it was them trying to sing NoBo live for the first time (with all the other converging pressures coming down around them) and he said that was the closest he came to ‘losing it.

And he also punctuated that with putting his hands out and saying he was litterally shaking as he felt the pressures coming down.

[mutters] Carpetbag is sticky.

[grins] My sister is in Boston, suebrody, I feel your pain. I, myself, root for the Orioles. My husbands obsession is something I’ve learned to deal with (particularly once he traded me snark-free tour thread nights in return for snark-free Yankees broadcasts!) See?! Win-win!!

Really do have to go though.

Thanks for the meltdown explanation, adamland! ETA: and Susan M. and CindyM!

[leaves the last of the pumpkin muffins from Kris' morning radio debut party]

‘Night!

stress attack and panicked

Larry King interview, just watched it. Right before “belgian boots”

I’m sorry but Rickey is starting to just ‘bore’ me. He just keeps rambling on..and on..and on…and on! Ok, with that I’ll say good night all.

and even Beth, etal (which I’ ¦er’ ¦do not like, ducking), but not that.

Speaking of Beth, have you seen this glittery version?:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ2R4zuVJPI

And I agree he slayed it, I get chills every time I watch the vid and he sings the first couple of words’ ¦

That was and still is such a tease of what Adam could do with the Queen songbook. Was jonesing for it all season and got barely a taste, but man, it was good.

And he also punctuated that with putting his hands out and saying he was litterally shaking as he felt the pressures coming down.

Also, when the reporters were asking about the song (wanting them to bag on it), Adam said (again, diplomatically), “To be honest, it is a really difficult song to sing live.”

And when someone asked what Kris was thinking after they announced him the winner: “Oh God, I’m going to have to sing that song!”

Night Sunn and Hoppers…

Speaking of Beth, have you seen this glittery version?:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ2R4zuVJPI

That’s awesome, adamland! And a perfect, doable, detail for Adam to jot down in his stage show notebook. (Yes, BB, go with the LCD lights, no open flames please, thank you.)

That’s gorgeous without being OTT or detracting.

Susan M.
September 22, 2009 at 12:22 am

Speaking of Beth, have you seen this glittery version?:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ2R4zuVJPI

That’s awesome, adamland! And a perfect, doable, detail for Adam to jot down in his stage show notebook. (Yes, BB, go with the LCD lights, no open flames please, thank you.)

That’s gorgeous without being OTT or detracting.

I have to admit I love to watch it.

Sorry but NoBo by ANYBODY sucks, live or studio. It’s a crappy song and NOBODY can make that so called song work. JMO.

I wouldn’t want anyone to waste another moment on that song. However, in a world where one could waste one’s time, I wouldn’t mind turning that song over to Cook and his band. I’d love to see if they could devise a way to rock that one out. Of course Kara’s name would still be on it, getting credit where it wasn’t due.

SusanM but also, DDD (speak of the Devil) rated Steve Balsamo, who starred in the very successful London revival of JCS as an incredible Jesus. His ‘Gethsemane’  came in second to Adam’s HOTM as ‘Technically Best Live Performance’  evah.

Here’s the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-rre_BXxC0

I absolutely LOOOVVVEEEE Steve Balsamo .. he’s totally underated as a performer outside of London’s West End (plus he’s hot as hell).. his version of Gethsemane always gives me goosebumps .. plus he’s a lovely person. He has his own band pop/rock bandf called The Storys who are also very good. He still performs Gethsemane at many concerts and events .. and still cries genuine tears each time *sob*

Another vocal masterpiece from him is “Immortal” from the concept muscal based on the life of Edgar Allen Poe … It makes me cry each time I hear it as it’s about how Poe wanted to be remembered after he died and the lyrics are lovely … and the last note is something Adam would be proud of

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuQa20SlrYA

Adam’s Judas to Steve’s Jesus would be my dream pairing

Before I leave for more damn RL..

Here’s why I like Sweden’s Got Talent a lot more than our American version…

Sweden’s men show off their talent

Laters!

@karenw:

Adam’s Judas to Steve’s Jesus would be my dream pairing

Could. You. Die?

Hollywood CANNOT let this slip away. Yes, Adam will be a little busy the next year or so, but they can get the ball rolling, maybe fine-tune the soundtrack a bit to modernize? Tim Rice is a genius. Andrew Lloyd Webber is still active (truth be told, I’d like a little more modern spin on the score ‘“ Elton, perhaps? Dreaming, I know, but WTH ‘“  I’ll throw it out there).

Instead of focusing so much on stringing the performances together, I’d love to see the production delve deep into the tortured conflicts both Jesus and Judas were facing. Agonizing. In the right director’s hands? Gold.

I’ve missed some good conversation. JCS is on the table here! I’m going to catch up on the thread.

Here’s why I like Sweden’s Got Talent a lot more than our American version’ ¦

Sweden’s men show off their talent

Okay, that was pretty damn funny.

Hi austinmidwife, I was contemplating going to bed, but if you are up, I’ll try to hang for a bit.

If you have i-tune pass from Kris,they have a new footage from the tour to download.

allison’s bubbletweet don’t know if it was posted they have 2 up.
http://www.bubbletweet.com/showBT.php?id=77tb2

Adam is still in Colorado…and this dude J_Skins is working with Allison…

J_Skins

# Just got done doing a track for Allison Iraheta today. Adam Lambert is finishing up vox in Denver with Ryan Tedder right now. hells yeah39 minutes ago from web

Running off to go check out the new tour footage on Kris itunes Pass…

EDIT:

this tour footage is already up on YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSOWFBGxvNk&feature=player_embedded

I think with Steve and Adam, JCS could get some Oscar nods. OMG, Susan, I can’t stop thinking about them doing the movie now. I wonder where that would leave Barnes, who wanted to play Jesus with Adam as Judas. I sill think Adam would upstage Barnes. He has a nice voice, but not really that strong. Kinda like Adam and Kris singing “We Are the Champions”.

Susan, I’ve been listening to Steve, and will listen to him more tomorrow. With voices like that, they can make Twinkle Twinkle Little Star worth listening.

Running off to go check out the new tour footage on Kris itunes Pass’ ¦

So, apparently, he was rehearsing the plaid, too….

Earlier in the thread (way before I got here), someone mentioned the first video below posted by some of those DDD music techno-dweebs, who put this little Adam sampler together as a demonstration of his notes, then I found the second one. The difference in the notes completely escapes me, but it’s interesting to see how technical people go ape over him and just express it differently than we do:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dQes6PWFXs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bWzUOt6l-I&NR=1

To me these make a great “Adam: Year in Review”!

I wonder where that would leave Barnes.

Maybe he could play Peter or something. I haven’t heard him sing. Could he do Pilate? Another excellent role. Yes, sometimes it happens that way. He was the idea man, but unfortunately, there is likely a stronger man for the job. Supporting roles can be incredible opportunities though.

He’s only had one international lead (that I know of) and would be far from an A-lister, but he could take a supporting role and own it.

Hi Susan! Yeah, I’m up, *softly* confessing my enjoyment of the studio version of No Bo. Yes, it’s on my CD that I listen to in my car, practically every day. Oh, and certainly fantasizing about Adam as Judas in JCS. Steve Balsamo, OK, but I think I fell in love with Ted Neely 35 years ago and no one can replace him for me. He will always be the *one* who plays Jesus best for me I know he’s older now and can’t hit those notes the way he used to. Someone younger must take over the role. Maybe with a little more work, Balsamo could be a more convincing Jesus. A long white robe might help…

Well, I finished watching Heroes, so I’m off to bed. And tomorrow, we continue.

Good night!!!!

So progress made on getting tour footage on Kris on iTunes. Adam’s next right??

Aw, Kris’ dad tweeted about the single debuting today:

@# WOW – my sons first single on the radio. I can’t really express how proud I am. Rock on son, rock ON!about 4 hours ago from txt

And so did his brother…

# @KrisAllen4Real . I’m just wicked stoked right now! My bro got his dream today! How’d it feel man? ‘Live Like We’re Dying’..every1 loves it!about 13 hours ago from web

# Just off the phone with Kris! He’s pumpd bout the single! … Looks like Napa Valley/Vineyards is next vacation!about 9 hours ago from Sidekick

I love the entire Allen family. They are so adorable and supportive and sweet and…gah….!

<blockquoteanthrogeek
September 22, 2009 at 1:19 am
Earlier in the thread (way before I got here), someone mentioned the first video below posted by some of those DDD music techno-dweebs, who put this little Adam sampler together as a demonstration of his notes, then I found the second one. The difference in the notes completely escapes me, but it’s interesting to see how technical people go ape over him and just express it differently than we do:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dQes6PWFXs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bWzUOt6l-I&NR=1

To me these make a great ‘Adam: Year in Review’ !</blockquote

Anthrogeek, thanks for the link, it was incredible to listen to that voice!!!!

I just searched YouTube to see if anyone ever uploaded any more vids from the Ford event last Friday – SQUAT! What is up with those people!?? I wanted to see something closer – much closer! Oh, well, at least we got the one with good audio….

Join the closet NoBo club, austinmidwife. Hee.

I’ve always loved Neely and Carl Anderson, but it’s pretty hard for them to pull off 33 when they’re 63 (maybe not quite that old, but still, they had their time and owned those roles for 30 years).

At one time or another, I’ve had the soundtrack for the original London cast, the Broadway cast and the movie soundtrack. I never get sick of it (great for running the treadmill or doing manual labor). I saw Neely about 10 years ago (yipes, maybe more) at Universal Amphitheater in L.A. Unreal.

You’re welcome, Maria22! Have no clue what it all means, but it’s fascinating to hear all his epic notes strung together like that. At the end of the second vid they closed with 21 seconds on one breath from Brigadoon. Pretty impressive, even if the technicalities completely escape me!

Goodnight, suebrody.

Oh, btw, I had my Angels spank the Yankees for you. (Okay, for me.)

I saw Neely about 10 years ago (yipes, maybe more) at Universal Amphitheater in L.A. Unreal.”

Yeah, he came to Austin too with JSC 8 years ago, I think? OMG, just incredible. The super high notes eluded him, but his voice was still just amazing.

It’s so funny, all of us confessing our love , or at least technical admiration for the most ripped apart coronation song in years, but Adam’s voice just cuts through the bullshit and he gives it his best and so we find ourselves singing along with it happily while we bask in Adam’s amazing voice. I think this is even true about “Want” as well. Yes, I bought it. My 17 year daughter loves it, and oddly, so do I. It’s all him and I like his voice on anything.

I must confess, on principle, I have not yet listened to more than a few seconds of “Want.” I was having a major ethical conflict with it, so I thought I’d do a “wait and see.” Of course now I’m getting desperate for a new fix, so I might have to revisit that old friend, now that it isn’t such a hot-button issue.

No Adam news today. I’ve lost the will to live…

G’night, peeps.

I hesitated downloading Want for about a half a day and then I decided that this song had Adam’s name on it and he was singing it and it was a measly .99 cents. I didn’t figure it was going to make or break anything, so I bought it. No regrets. It’s the softer side and I like that in him.

Aw, anthro, I know what you mean. But he’s recording, for us!! There will be news soon. Try to stay alive for it. ‘night.

Before I leave for more damn RL..

Here’s why I like Sweden’s Got Talent a lot more than our American version’ ¦

Sweden’s men show off their talent

Laters!

I wish my Grandmother was still alive to see this. She would have loved it! She was born in America, but she and her parents (my great-grandparents) went back to Sweden for a few years. And our family is crazy liberal and Liberal, so she would have adored this! And she would have been an Adam stan like my mother is, I just know it. She loved Elvis, no way she wouldn’t have loved Adam just for his looks alone.

Thank you so much for this clip, adamaloha, sending it off to the rest of my family. And I know I love thinking about how my Grandmother would have loved to have seen this and the laughes we would have had over it (and me forcing to her to try and translate for me despite the English subtitles). Oh and yeah, she loved her hard tack so this totally would have made her laugh for that as well. Though it might make it hard for me to look at Wasa the same way again. And if you aren’t Swedish you might not know how doubly funny that clip is in terms of using hard tack. Though at least there were no herring involved (how embarrassing would it be if a herring would suffice, ha!), pickled or otherwise. Or worse yet on any scale…*shudder* Lutefisk *shudder again*.

I hesitated downloading Want for about a half a day and then I decided that this song had Adam’s name on it and he was singing it and it was a measly .99 cents. I didn’t figure it was going to make or break anything, so I bought it. No regrets. It’s the softer side and I like that in him.

…..Slowly Raises right hand….(whispers)…me too!….

dhunken – I knew I wasn’t the only one!

Sitting here catching up on DVR recording of VH1 divas and I’m still shaking my head over the classification of Miley Cyrus as a Diva. Just not buying it. She’s not nearly old enough, her voice is not that commanding. And that outfit is atrocious!

NVM

Someone on DCO is making a recording ‘” an MP3 ‘” of tonight’s show. Oh, here it is:
http://www.4shared.com/file/134450799/477e4fad/1043_FM.html

Heh, thanks for posting that. It’s 2:15 am, I fell asleep and didn’t get the laundry put over, am back up and *wide* awake waiting for it to dry. So exciting. So I think I’ll have a listen and wait for Cookie snippets, hee!

(BTW, I have an attachment to TOML myself, it reminds me of the finale and it makes me smile. Plus if it comes on the radio I’m listening to the voice and the voice is always good, ha!).

Before I leave for more damn RL..

Here’s why I like Sweden’s Got Talent a lot more than our American version’ ¦

Sweden’s men show off their talent

Heh, I haven’t seen this! I think this program is a joint scandinavian program but I am not sure, the young guys seemed to speak norveigan (the female judge is swedish though). Cool use of knà ¤ckebrà ¶d!

SusanM but also, DDD (speak of the Devil) rated Steve Balsamo, who starred in the very successful London revival of JCS as an incredible Jesus. His ‘Gethsemane’  came in second to Adam’s HOTM as ‘Technically Best Live Performance’  evah.

Here’s the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-rre_BXxC0

Holy moly, that was one hell of performance. He sounds like Adam on those high notes. Really impressed. This guy is much more musical theatre sounding than Adam, he has much more support in his lower register and a more open sound as opposed to Adams more rock style of singing. Still shaking my head at that high note around 3.00. Awesome.

HI GUYS!!!! I’m off toooo school.still feel like shit.byeeeeee:(

Chiming in Adam’s No Boundaries, I love it. I think he did a great job with the song, yes it’s wordy but I loved how Adam played with the song.

JCS is a must! Don’t care who he plays opposite but Adam as Judas is a must!

Luv, feel better.

This tweet from @DavidArchie is just too cute and funny. Poor lady missed her moment with greatness…

“are you who I think you are?” I say maybe… “Ricky Archuleta. You’re Ricky Archuleta right?” I say no sorry. She walks off lol.

Apparently, @Allison4Realzzz gets that a lot too (i.e. people getting her name wrong)…

@DavidArchie hahahahhaha .. Those are my favorites!!! I’ve had worse…

Well, add another one. Adam made EW’s list of top 20 Most Anticipated Fall Albums:
http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20305667_17,00.html

Something is definitely going on here. ( Edited: There has to be some kind of insider info on this album, whether they heard snippets of a song or just general word of mouth about recording)

Well, add another one. Adam made EW’s list of top 20 Most Anticipated Fall Albums:
http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20305667_17,00.html

Something is definitely going on here. Insiders who have heard this album have to be buzzing about it.

And they used a great picture!

All this Jesus Christ Superstar have me watching clips of the old movie on youtube. I wonder if it’s available on amazon?

Studio57
September 22, 2009 at 6:54 am
Well, add another one. Adam made EW’s list of top 20 Most Anticipated Fall Albums:
http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20305667_17,00.html

Something is definitely going on here. Insiders who have heard this album have to be buzzing about it.

Good morning. Frankly, after Kris’ single release yesterday, I really wish magazines would stop hyping Adam’s album. At this point expectation is so high – “expect him to go where no AI finalist has gone before” – that if Adam delivers anything remotely comparable to a normal freshman AI album, he’ll get panned as a let down.

I’m beginning to bite my nails. I don’t think the people writing about the album have heard it, they may have one song, but not the album. How could they have? it’s still being recorded.

Back to my mantra: Let it be a Black Swan… a Black Swan.

A short video from allison doing a photo shoot

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid28229810001?bclid=28197414001&bctid=41317921001

People Magazine– Adam Lambert Caught in the Act!

Good morning, everyone!

A blurb from People Mag (not for Clearone’s eyes! )

‘ ¢ Adam Lambert, playfully kissing his beau Drake LaBry’s neck during Pink’s concert at L.A.’s Staples Center. The American Idol runner-up also jumped to his feet and danced to her hit “Don’t Let Me Get Me” and pulled LaBry up to dance to “Get This Party Started.” Lambert also gave Pink, who soldiered through her show despite her separated shoulder, a standing ovation after she played Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

A short video from allison doing a photo shoot

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid28229810001?bclid=28197414001&bctid=41317921001

That was sweet, IIRC some really great pictures came out of that shoot.

I’m beginning to bite my nails. I don’t think the people writing about the album have heard it, they may have one song, but not the album. How could they have? it’s still being recorded.

Exactly……I think a lot of it is based on expectations and a lot of it is plain old PR by the label. They’re trying to build antipation for it that will equate into sales. The pressure certainly is on Adam to deliver!

Ooops! Good morning, clearone! (waves)

Here’s a couple more adam-centric articles:

His trip to the Pink concert made People magazine. Second paragraph. They definitely don’t make it sound like some heavy make-out session like people were worried about:

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20306071,00.html

Album news, not all that much new, just that there will be two singles in October:

http://blog.syracuse.com/idolthoughts/2009/09/adam_lambert_to_release_two_ne.html

Mention of Adam as the “Fashion Idol” in NY Post gallery of Top Tube Style:

http://www.nypost.com/p/entertainment/fashion/tube_top_style_yQNhV61cDSQtwKNTX9dTPO?photo_num=9

Exactly’ ¦’ ¦I think a lot of it is based on expectations and a lot of it is plain old PR by the label.

Yeah, I don’t think people have heard Adam’s album. They’ve heard his voice and the hype that continues to surround him so… the anticipation is definitely there. Hope it’s a great album! I think he has all the potential to be a superstar but… it’s the first post-Idol album and hoping for the Best!Album!Ever! is probably not realistic. Guess we’ll see! I like Adam and he seems like a nice kid so I really do hope that he can somehow manage to live up to the expectations.

http://www.fashion.ie/aggregator/gossip/206020-protester-miley-cyrus-going-hell“

Well, they’re back.. and this time their target isn’t Adam…

loony tunes.

A short video from allison doing a photo shoot

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid28229810001?bclid=28197414001&bctid=41317921001

And I just love Allison. First Idol ever to get my husband’s attention… maybe it’ll be his first Idol album purchase, lol.

Sunn: I’m beginning to bite my nails. I don’t think the people writing about the album have heard it, they may have one song, but not the album. How could they have? it’s still being recorded.

ITA – it’s a very fine line he has to walk to be a success. On one side there is the bland swamp of mediocrity that most Idol alumni, reportedly, are caught up in, and on the other is the total OTT, all out there void, which is probably more interesting but will alienate a lot of people.
If he strays too far into the swamp of blandness, he will be panned because he was touted as the greatest performer to ever come out of AI – and therefore is not allowed to deliver bland. On the other hand, if he goes all out there, totally unrestrained, the album could end up a hot mess that would only appeal to a very limited audience.

TBH I believe that the swamp of blandness is more probable than the void of extremity (he won’t be allowed to take it there yet), but it is still a fine line. Then again, this probably will not matter at all to people outside the Idol bubble, so maybe the buildup is a good thing because it gets his name out there. Time will tell and I’m crossing my fingers and joining Sunn in the chant …

Sunn- should have had my coffee before posting ( I edited my original post). I meant to say that it’s just so ODD how they would be hyping this album, someone had to hear something.

It scares me too, always has. There was another seperate Pink review yesterday, i don’t know if anyone posted it or not, but that one even mentioned” Mr. Adam Lambert” twice in the review. I don’t get it, really. Everyone has seen this show enough to know that a great voice doesn’t always mean the next best thing, so why is Adam so different?

go to a concert, get free publicity… this one from People

Caught in the Act!
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20306071,00.html

Interview with Ryan Tedder

LiveDaily Interview: Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic
http://www.livedaily.com/news/20181.html

‘American Idol’ Roundup: Kris Allen’s New Song, And Some Sexual Tension?

http://www.buddytv.com/articles/american-idol/american-idol-roundup-kris-all-31338.aspx?pollid=500000725&answer=500002455#poll500000725

VAlilac
September 22, 2009 at 8:18 am
‘American Idol’ Roundup: Kris Allen’s New Song, And Some Sexual Tension?

http://www.buddytv.com/articles/american-idol/american-idol-roundup-kris-all-31338.aspx?pollid=500000725&answer=500002455#poll500000725

Well, I thought I was nuts. But now I’m happy to see that others think LLYD sounds like “macarena.”

Congratulations to all Adam fans. Great job in helping more than 76,000 students and raising more than $200 thousand.
I think it was in USA Today that described the Adam fan base as like an obsessive cult following. Well I am not sure what to call this excitement over one person, but if this can be channeled to do a lot of good, then it’s a magnificent obsession. Great going Adam fans.

http://www.rockstarweekly.com/content/view/909/149/

Well, certainly quite a few adam news tidbits today. Nothing substantial but I’ll take what I can get.

GOOD morning webamily!

I’m still listening to Mika. LOL, I’ve become obsessed with this album. It’s sooo good.

go to a concert, get free publicity’ ¦ this one from People

Caught in the Act!
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20306071,00.html

Well I’m glad there wasn’t a picture. I sure hope this isn’t a sign of things to come where his personal life is concerned. It’s not what I want to be seeing in the press about Adam.

Well, now that everyone’s getting up I’m finally getting sleepy.

Good night, all– see you in a few hours!!

Sunn– we’re like ships passing in the night!!

Chiming in my thoughts:
Adam guilty pleasure: No Boundaries. I HATED this song with a passion because of the mess that was the finals, but I was in the car one day with my friends from my old choir who are just casual regular viewers of AI (ironies of ironies because I was too cool to follow AI, damn you Adam) and they were playing this on radio (I believe this was the no. 1 song on the station in Singapore) and my friends were telling me how they loved Adam’s rendition despite the cheesiness of the lyrics and how they were so disappointed he didn’t win because his voice in this song was really amazing. So I guess that was the turning point for me. I do listen to this song occasionally. I’m not really a lyrics person, so I could care less about the crap lyrics.

I’m just crossing my fingers and hoping Adam’s album does well both critically and sales-wise. I trust that he’s got the right musical instincts to add melodies to songs that even the writers might not have thought about because of his innate ability to riff and improvise in different scales on the spot. Just listen to Feeling Good, WLL, Ring of Fire, Crawl Thru Fire live, GMA Starlight. The first 4 were each recorded over an extremely compressed period of time and the results are fascinating. November can’t come fast enough. The anticipation is killing me lol!

go to a concert, get free publicity’ ¦ this one from People

Awesome!
Really this is no different from famous people/couples being placed on jumbotrons at sporting events. Or mentioned in columns of those said events. I really don’t see why this is a big deal to some people. Getting noticed is not a bad thing especially when he’s being noticed just for being himself. A year ago these magazines couldn’t care less about him, or who he was dating, now they are helping to build the buzz that may lead to a really big career and he can do without fear or hiding who he is. More power to you Adam!

Kris Allen – Tour Footage Montage from Itunes Pass

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSOWFBGxvNk

Good night adamaloha.

clearone
September 22, 2009 at 8:35 am
go to a concert, get free publicity’ ¦ this one from People

Caught in the Act!
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20306071,00.html

Well I’m glad there wasn’t a picture. I sure hope this isn’t a sign of things to come where his personal life is concerned. It’s not what I want to be seeing in the press about Adam.

I was surprised at how positive and sweet the People magazine mention was – calling Drake Adam’s “beau” is something new. It’s like the Tweeterwall contest including Drake and Adam among the celebrity couple choices – maybe a sign of change?

Did you guys know Rolling Stone had a poll on who’s album you were most anticipating? I didn’t. Anyway, the voting is closed and the results were Adam 74%:

http://www.rollingstone.com/community/polls/30205654/results

I was surprised at how positive and sweet the People magazine mention was ‘“ calling Drake Adam’s ‘beau’  is something new. It’s like the Tweeterwall contest including Drake and Adam among the celebrity couple choices ‘“ maybe a sign of change?

Hopefully people are evolving. I noticed the picture of Katharine Heigle hugged up with her man and no disparaging remarks about that. People have their views but ‘eww’ and ‘blech’ comments that are made when Adam is mentioned being affectionate with his boyfriend come across as rude and a bit homophobic to me, but ymmv.

Looks like a lively conversation on JCS with Adam as Judas –
I love Adam singing this -Heaven on their minds

-http://www.veoh.com/browse/videos/category/music_other_music/watch/v15567390Jr5xDcX5

And yes it is good to know that Adam is being noticed in a lot of places and with Prince Caspian (Ben Barnes) dreaming of performing JCS with Adam Lambert. Here’s the old news clip on that. I know it is kind of nerve- wracking thinking of how Adam’s album going to turn out. But I guess , we just have to have faith and chill … as Adam would say.

Ben Barnes(Prince Caspian) mentioning Adam in last paragraph.
http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/features/ben-barnes-prince-of-hearts-1709371.html

If he strays too far into the swamp of blandness, he will be panned because he was touted as the greatest performer to ever come out of AI ‘“ and therefore is not allowed to deliver bland. On the other hand, if he goes all out there, totally unrestrained, the album could end up a hot mess that would only appeal to a very limited audience.

I’m staying pretty optimistic about the album. First, I don’t think he’ll go anywhere too crazy or OTT on it – RCA will reign him in, and keep it under control, because they want to move units. Adam will realize this, and since he is so versatile, and clearly able to reign it in when he knows he needs to and when the audience will appreciate it more that way (cough*ford event*cough), I have firm belief that he will do this.

I’m not looking for him to change the landscape of music, certainly not with this album I know some people don’t like the comparisons to current acts, but if everything he says is true, and it’s an album about being sexy, dancing, moving, empowerment, etc. I see so many awesome (read: catchy) songs that could come out of it that would be a perfect fit for the current top songs out there – dance, electronic, pop, rock – all of those are fused quite nicely together on most of the top singles out right now.

So, yeah, I see a lot of potential. He certainly has a lot of potential. Hopefully they have a song that is catchy and radio friendly, like Kris’s, but, of course, one that is more appropriate for Adam

I think something is wrong with the Heaven on their Minds Link.
Here it is. I really like Adam singing here :

http://www.veoh.com/browse/videos/category/music_other_music/watch/v15567390Jr5xDcX5

Did you guys know Rolling Stone had a poll on who’s album you were most anticipating? I didn’t. Anyway, the voting is closed and the results were Adam 74%:

http://www.rollingstone.com/community/polls/30205654/results

I didn’t either. 74% wow! Did the RS and RSW employees stuff the ballot box ;p

So progress made on getting tour footage on Kris on iTunes. Adam’s next right??

I am SO over having any hope for this now I’m already majorly bummed that we only got ONE itunes tour vid, and it was just for Kris (HELLO! Adam set, peeps!) Don’t know why they had to tease us with just ONE tour vid. Oh well.

Well, add another one. Adam made EW’s list of top 20 Most Anticipated Fall Albums:
http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20305667_17,00.html

Something is definitely going on here. Insiders who have heard this album have to be buzzing about it.

Good morning. Frankly, after Kris’ single release yesterday, I really wish magazines would stop hyping Adam’s album. At this point expectation is so high ‘“ ‘expect him to go where no AI finalist has gone before’  ‘“ that if Adam delivers anything remotely comparable to a normal freshman AI album, he’ll get panned as a let down.

I’m beginning to bite my nails. I don’t think the people writing about the album have heard it, they may have one song, but not the album. How could they have? it’s still being recorded.

Back to my mantra: Let it be a Black Swan’ ¦ a Black Swan.

I understand your apprehension, Sunn - it does seem unfair that not only does Kris now have a great first song to work with (at least, radio-friendly, imo), but still has little to no expectations wrt a great album (the EW print issue ranked the idol fall releases, and had Adam at the top there too as most anticipated, with Kris a few notches down in the middle). Not very fair for “the guy who didn’t even win”

Still, I’m optimistic, especially based on the excitement that both Adam and the people he’s worked with have expressed about the material. If they find a catchy, dance electronic track to put on the radio, that could be all he needs as the first single.

Plus, I think Adam has the potential to really use more than just the songs to keep building interest (at least in the short run), and stay in the public eye – I hope that just the strength of his personality (and, yes, I know that that alone is not enough in the long run), will at least be enough to buoy anticipation through the fall.

Sorta OT – but had to ask: so last night, after being “not so happy” with part of the Crazy recording from the Ford Event (well, at least half the recording) I decided to get an mp3 of Adam singing it alone, but unforunately, many of the youtube vids don’t have the best audio (he’s performing live, lots of background noise, chatter, etc.) Anyone have a good audio vid or mp3 of him performing Crazy?

Well, add another one. Adam made EW’s list of top 20 Most Anticipated Fall Albums:
http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20305667_17,00.html

BTW – that pic – TOTAL HOTNESS!!! Yummy. So glad YHA media shots are gone (hopefully for good!!) Bring on the sexy

People Magazine’“ Adam Lambert Caught in the Act!

What?!! No pictures?!! What a waste of a headline!

and on the other is the total OTT, all out there void, which is probably more interesting but will alienate a lot of people.

You mean like these guys?

I swear they are one of my latest obsessions and they are exactly what I would see Adam doing if they set him free. LOL.

I got really excited when the reviews mentioned these guys. I think a happy medium could exist in this vein.

But alas, I think he may end up closer to these guys. Because they charted on the US Hot 100.

I want something more like the first 2 personally. But I’ll live with the 3rd, he could do that well too.

I want Adam to do really well. Idol needs another Carrie or Daughtry type instant star. And if they could pull off the next big thing as the first openly gay male pop star of this era it would give idol a sense of edgy relevancy they’ve always struggled to find. I would take my next big thing in the form of Allison of Kris too, BTW. LOL. I’m not picky. I lurve those 2 as well, probably Allison most of all.

Tinawina – is the first link the guy who is now Kellie Pickler’s BFF? Not feeling him. I love Depeche Mode – Violator was one of the best albums EVAH!, and don’t know the third clip you posted

But alas, I think he may end up closer to these guys. Because they charted on the US Hot 100.

I want something more like the first 2 personally. But I’ll live with the 3rd, he could do that well too.

What I’ll live with is him selling albums and doing really really well for the first album, and to do that I think he will need to play it a little safer. However, once he’s built up that “street cred”, I would expect him to evolve and take things in more edgy directions in future albums. Just my take. I can see his first tour performances as being a bit of a branching out as well, in terms of being more edgy (like on the summer tour) compared to the “radio friendly” tracks. (Hope that makes sense!)

I’m not looking for him to change the landscape of music, certainly not with this album I know some people don’t like the comparisons to current acts, but if everything he says is true, and it’s an album about being sexy, dancing, moving, empowerment, etc. I see so many awesome (read: catchy) songs that could come out of it that would be a perfect fit for the current top songs out there ‘“ dance, electronic, pop, rock ‘“ all of those are fused quite nicely together on most of the top singles out right now.

Hell, I’m just looking for him to hold his own and not get slaughtered by the critics and the primed-I told you so-populace.

I love your serenity Mary102 and your faith in RCA and Adam. I needz me some of that. Fingers are well on their way to nubs.

Squirelly – yeah, that’s him! LOL. Never would have put those 2 together in a million years. SPW have real freaky stage shows, very glam and very OTT sexy.

I am so with you on Depeche Mode. I love mostly everything they’ve ever done. Depeche Mode/Muse would be an excellent way to go for my personal enjoyment.

That last one was 3Oh!3. Another song of theirs (Don’t Trust Me) was a pop hit, but the rest of their stuff is dancy, rockish, fun and full of sex like Adam says he wants. But much more pop friendly than Depeche Mode and Semi Precious Weapons. I could see RedOne popping out stuff like that. That’s why I think Adam may be headed there.

tinawina your “these guys” links are copyright prohibited for me. Can you give me the names of the bands so I can so a search for them? Thanks.

I love your serenity Mary102 and your faith in RCA and Adam. I needz me some of that. Fingers are well on their way to nubs.

LOL! It’s hard! I guess I just have faith in Adam doing really well, because I try to pick a fav on idol not JUST because I really like them, but because, objectively speaking, I actually think they have a strong chance of doing really well in the music biz – I’m not one to like my heart broken by following an idol I don’t really think has a chance of making it (sorry Melinda Doolittle! Best female vocalist on idol – EVAH!)

So, with Adam, I see so much potential, and, what helps me get through this all is a sense that his talents and personality all seem to point to a potential long, successful career, even if he’s not reinventing rock with this album

I guess I have a combined faith in both Adam, with his words about “not letting us down”, going right back to the studio, his first priority, to work only on the album for the next few weeks; plus a faith in RCA, giving him so many great producers and songwriters to work with, and wanting him (obviously) to be very successul and helping to steer him on that path.

Those are the hopes I have for him.

I would expect him to evolve and take things in more edgy directions in future albums. Just my take. I can see his first tour performances as being a bit of a branching out as well, in terms of being more edgy (like on the summer tour) compared to the ‘radio friendly’  tracks. (Hope that makes sense!)

No, you make perfect sense! I think he belongs in OTT land but I agree he’s not going to be able to go there right away.

Sunn, the first was Semi Precious Weapons.. I linked “Magnetic Baby” but you could also try “Semi Precious Weapons” the song, there’s a video for that too. The second was Depeche Mode’s “Wrong” and the third was 30h!3′s “I’m Not Your Boyfriend”

OT, but just had to say that House, played Radiohead’s No Surprises on yesterday’s episode. IOt was strongly featured in the opening scenes of House in rehab. The minute I heard I just had to WoooHoooooooooo!

Ok, as you were. Sorry of the OT, lame, non-AI fangirly post.

Thanks tinawina

So glad YHA media shots are gone (hopefully for good!!) Bring on the sexy

I hear ya. There have only been three times when Adam has not looked good in pics

1. The YHA
2. http://www.flickr.com/photos/38003724@N04/3494551412/
3. The Michelin Man photo

I’m beginning to bite my nails. I don’t think the people writing about the album have heard it, they may have one song, but not the album. How could they have? it’s still being recorded.

Exactly’ ¦’ ¦I think a lot of it is based on expectations and a lot of it is plain old PR by the label. They’re trying to build antipation for it that will equate into sales. The pressure certainly is on Adam to deliver!

I disagree (about it being plain old PR by the label). You think that every other artist out there far more established doesn’t have PR representation? And every journalist doesn’t slog through pitches all day, every day? Well, I’m only a regional journalist, and let me tell you, I do. If I was national? I can’t even imagine. But for some reason Adam keeps getting coverage ‘“ for everything.

I don’t know if it’s a little insider information, a lot of buzz, knowledge based on his talent and genuine intrigue by the media (they’ve seen it al), but it’s happening regardless.

I hear ya. There have only been three times when Adam has not looked good in pics

1. The YHA
2. http://www.flickr.com/photos/38003724@N04/3494551412/
3. The Michelin Man photo

LOL! Excellent (glad you didn’t put links for the other two – no the burning!!!)

I think I will pretend to be naive and that Simon Fuller really means what he says about Adam when they signed him.
With this, I will tell myself that he will do well in spite of the very high expectations that is seems to be like gathering speed as his album release draws near. I will join Sunn and all those in this webfam in the daily chant that all will be well.
Adam Billboard

I have a suspicion that they DID send some small clips of some of Adams finished clips to these media people. Of course, we’ll never know but I figure that if RS heard it EW and USA today might’ve too.

I think I will pretend to be naive and that Simon Fuller really means what he says about Adam when they signed him.
With this, I will tell myself that he will do well in spite of the very high expectations that is seems to be like gathering speed as his album release draws near. I will join Sunn and all those in this webfam in the daily chant that all will be well.
Adam Billboard

I’ll join you too.

Good morning web family!! I have tons of RL work to do today, but I’ve got to chime in on this crazy discussion about Adam’s album, etc.

I truly believe that his album will be good enough to do well. RCA/19E has lined him up with well-known producers, songwriters are so excited abut him, he has celebrities who can’t stop talking about him. When, ever, has an AI contestant come off the show with celebrity fans? Maybe I’m wrong, since I’ve only been watching since Season 5, but I think Adam stands alone in this. Even if only half of the songs on his album are excellent, it will get good reviews. There is so much crap music out there, put out by cookier cutter artists that make it big, that Adam, with his amazing vocal range (thanks to whoever posted the HOTM link – that was nice to wake up to) will do just fine.

I also love that the press mentions him being at the P!NK concert with his BF in the most matter of fact way. I couldn’t help it and actually wrote a fan letter this past month and in it I said this: “Whether you wanted it or not, or whether you meant it or not, you have forced many people to re-examine their beliefs about how they feel about homosexuality and alternative ways of living, because many people (many straight people, who are straight in many ways) loved you before you confirmed in Rolling Stone Magazine what many of us knew already.” and I believe it.

So I’m happy when I see him in the press, whether it’s a focus on where he is and what he’s doing or whether it’s about his upcoming album. Got to love that RS poll too!! YES! He beats out Emenim and those other by a lonnnnng long way.

So, my mantra is All will be Well!! Adam’s day is coming, the singles will not be crap. I mean, if he can make No Boundaries sound good, I think he can succeed with about anything they give him. Even though he is in the Idol machine, he has never let his fans down, he always surprises us and he is the most unique artist they have ever had to work with, so cheer up peeps! His single will be here soon and it will be Nov. 24th before you know it!

So, my mantra is All will be Well!! Adam’s day is coming, the singles will not be crap. I mean, if he can make No Boundaries sound good, I think he can succeed with about anything they give him. Even though he is in the Idol machine, he has never let his fans down, he always surprises us and he is the most unique artist they have ever had to work with, so cheer up peeps! His single will be here soon and it will be Nov. 24th before you know it!

LOL! Well put, austinmidwife! ITA! I think I will stand by my earlier assessment too, after we heard about Kara penning Strut:

His voice WILL make mediocre