Idol Headlines for 11/22/09

Awesome chart someone tweeted to Kris yesterday and was posted in the VH1 thread yesterday. It shows all the stations in the US & worldwide where LLWD is being played. Also includes call letters, format, and location of all the stations. At the bottom of the first page, you can click to see international stations.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=103823679252229049001.000474eca6a1029d3b6e2&ll=37.649034,-93.955078&spn=45.91929,79.013672&z=4

Perez Hilton is a presenter at the AMA?! … yuck

Adam Lambert is number nine on the Yahoo popular searches right now, maybe because of the AMA’s tonight? I can’t wait to watch him!

Ok, which one of us tweeted this to David Cook? LOL

‘ZanderLost @thedavidcook According to MJ’s Big Blog, your ass can bring about World Peace. That’s powerful stuff, dude.’ 

OK, that?! That fricking cracked me up. But it did bring peace, however briefly. We’ll have to work on world peace. I needed a laugh this morning. Thanks for bringing that over!

Eileen99, thanks for the awesome chart.
That was nice someone twitted that to Kris

Kris doing more recording?

KrisAllen

In the studio. I know I know. The album is done. But I couldn’t stay out. about 5 hours ago from Echofon

http://www.annarbor.com/entertainment/david-archuleta-concert/

A2SO hopes to broaden audience with David Archuleta Christmas concert on Friday

Santa isn’t the only celebrity coming to town this holiday season.
The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra will team up with ‘American Idol’  singer David Archuleta on Friday night for a concert titled ‘Christmas From the Heart’  at Hill Auditorium.

-snip
In addition to Christmas songs, Archuleta’s program will include his hit, ‘Crush,’  as well as ‘Zero Gravity’  and a few other non-holiday tunes. The symphony will offer ‘Sleigh Ride’  and a selection from the ‘Nutcracker,’  Siefkes added, ‘but mostly it’s David.’ 

more at link

Simon Cowell thinks this year’s X Factor is a huge disappointment ‘“ and doesn’t believe any of the acts can be turned into stars.

I’m confused. Isn’t Simon in control on which acts make it to the voting rounds (him and his fellow judges. And it’s his show so surely he can do some behind the scenes arm twisting to get what he wants)?

Didn’t he realize that none of these people can sing on-key and the only two who aren’t as bland as baby pablum are the two “so-terrible-let’s-watch-them-do-it-again” twins? It’s not like it’s the first year he’s putting together one of these shows. Surely he knows how it works by now. If the person sucks in the auditions, odds are pretty good they’ll suck later too. If you put through a joke act, some people will vote for them because people like a good laugh.

How dense he is? And how many times does he think he gets to whine about the contestants being not up to par before somebody realizes that he’s responsible for picking the contestants and he’s played this excuse far too many times already?

“And the fact that Jedward have been kept in to this late stage really takes away from the integrity of the show.”

LMAO. Then don’t put acts like that on the show. You saw what happened with Sanjaya. And stop b!tching. Jedward is the only reason people are watching.

But I’m not going to argue with Simon about everything. The acts this year on the show is terrible. I can’t believe this is the show that spawned Leona, a serious artist. The show this year is a gong show. And everybody is having so much fun watching the twins, they’ll have a hard time going back to be a serious show. If the twins win, it will be no great travesty for the other artists who really don’t belong on the show either. At least the twins are funny. And the judge that’s their mentor needs to come to AI and help the acts. That dude knows how to work with what he’s got (pick songs that work for the artist’s voice and use spectacle to cover-up what the song cannot). Plus he’s funny.

Perez Hilton is a presenter at the AMA?! ‘ ¦ yuck

Perez is doing the preshow.

And everybody is having so much fun watching the twins, they’ll have a hard time going back to be a serious show. If the twins win, it will be no great travesty for the other artists who really don’t belong on the show either. At least the twins are funny. And the judge that’s their mentor needs to come to AI and help the acts.

If Jedward wins, they better produce a DVD of them, not a CD .. :p

If Jedward wins, they better produce a DVD of them, not a CD .. :p

I’m not sure how Jedward would translate anywhere. If they do put out a CD, they’ll have to crank the autotune up to 11.

William Hung moved a bunch of units. Maybe Jedward can do a brisk business in the gag gift area.

Although, the tweens do seem to like them, so perhaps Justin Beirber needs to be worried. “Cute” can compensate for a lot of bad singing.

GLAM,BAM AND……
http://bit.ly/7Kt8s5

I was just hoping that Simon would boot Louis off the show entirely, since he’s such a pain. He’s the Carrie Ann Inaba of The X Factor, and that is SO not a good thing. (I believe Danni was considered the judge most likely to be booted by the Mirror or somebody.)

But I suspect “Simon thinks all this year’s acts are rubbish” is right out of the X Factor Buzz and Commotion Playbook. It may even have “start controversy by trashing this year’s acts” as a specific rule, right there under “boost the stock of your favorites by starting rumors that others are having hissy fits.” That second rule would account for Jamie and Danyl so far. And we know rules make Louis happy.

Jedward = Milli Vannilli, part deux

http://www.theprovince.com/entertainment/Lambert+self+assured+glam+rocker/2252988/story.html

Wow… wonderful full page write up on Adam in my morning paper! WTG Vancouver Province

http://bit.ly/4ArzFV
New People interview with Adam on AMA performance

Perez Hilton is a presenter at the AMA?! ‘ ¦ yuck

Blech. Why they continue to legitimize this moron by giving him these kind of gigs I’ll never know.

http://www.cleveland.com/popmusic/index.ssf/2009/11/its_kris_allen_vs_adam_lambert.html
Haha! This was funny but Adam got an A!!!
Love these good reviews!

I love that Fantasia has new music coming up! She’s one of my very favorites. I have to comment, though, that they needed a better proofreader on that article – using “too” instead of “to” was making me nuts, lol. (Now, admittedly, I’m an English major and proofread for a living, so maybe I’m pickier than most).

Kirsten
11/22/2009 at 10:48 am

I must say that we seem to be rarely on the same exact wave length, but I must say you wrote every word I was thinking, and very succintly, about Simon and X-factor. Thnks…you hit the nail on its proverbial head.

Simon has gone over the edge….it happens to many and is probably because he lives in a bubble of his own creation and now, seriously, believes in his own self-created hype. I find it ammusing and pretty much sad because in the fairy tale world his mind inhabits he can no longer see life in any objective form.

I HATE (and I feel this word is totally warranted here) the man for what he has and is doing for Susan Boyle. I may snark on her talent and her image but, in the grand scheme of things, I think she is totally being used as a tool for Simon’s money hungry egotistical self-serving demonic self-interest. The man has moved beyond the confines of accepted behavior and into the realm of Stalinistic dictatorship. And I hope the masses bring him down like they are want to do with other in-humane dictatorships. Wheh…that was a mouthful. YMMV.

I understand why everyone does it but comparing Kris and Adam are like comparing apples and oranges. They are such different types of artists.

The chart for the stations playing Kris is great. I just wonder why the sales seem sluggish when the song has a good amount of airplay. Since the CD came out this week, I’m hoping the sales will get a good boost.

GLAM,BAM AND’ ¦’ ¦
http://bit.ly/7Kt8s5

“Glam! Bam! thank you, man”….that is my favorite quote of any FYE review

What a day for Adam, he get’s to walk the red carpet and then meet some of his favorite artist, plus closing the AMA’s. I wonder if he’s bringing a date. That would send the paparazzi into a frenzy, and probably some of his fans. I can’t wait to see it from start to finish.

The performance video of Guy Sebastian at last nights Australian Idol finale of Art Of Love his duet with Jordin Sparks included a big screen with her from the actual video they did together since she had to cancel. it came out very well and Jordin looks amazing in it . the actual video will debut sometime Monday in Australia which it is now . here is the Australian Idol video from last night.

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

Simon is getting pretty close to becoming a caricature. He is the master of manipulation, then complains at the results of his own manipulation. What Sting said about him is probably what a lot of people in the music business have been thinking for some time now. I wonder if we’ll see others coming out to criticize him?

I wonder if he’s bringing a date. That would send the paparazzi into a frenzy, and probably some of his fans.

The Paps and fans would go into a total spin if he showed up with Kris. Knowing Adam he will say his boots, jacket, pants, are his date. LOL

Thanks Eileen99 for mentioning about Sting and Simon as I didn’t know about that. I just google them and am glad to read that article. Another reason to love Sting!

IMO, it is time to end X Factor and AI. Or at least give it a rest for awhile. I think there is possibly already an over saturation…..

IMO, it is time to end X Factor and AI. Or at least give it a rest for awhile. I think there is possibly already an over saturation’ ¦..

I think both are getting very close to their expiration dates…..

Don’t know if this was ever posted and if it was sorry (I never saw it and I am on here all the time. LOL) a TV guide interview with Adam

http://www.mr-l.org/adam-lambert-interviewed-to-tv-guide-magazine-video/

I didn’t see this review in the headlines and it deserves to be. This is one of my favorites from Elena Gorgan.

http://news.softpedia.com/news/Adam-Lambert-For-Your-Entertainment-Album-Review-127650.shtml

I love that Fantasia has new music coming up!

I am too! I know she’s not a popular Idol winner, but I still like her and wish her well. I was happy for her for doing so well in the Color Purple and cool beans that she’s doing new music. Good for her.

And speaking of unpopular season 3 people, I loved that mj had that thing about John Stevens. So glad he’s going with his bliss, went back to school for music and is pursuing it in the way that makes him happy. That’s what it’s all about for these guys, pursuing their passion –music, however they can. It’s nice.

I have a feeling Perez is presenting to Lady Gaga. They are pretty close friends for some reason :s

IMO, it is time to end X Factor and AI. Or at least give it a rest for awhile. I think there is possibly already an over saturation’ ¦..

I don’t think there is any reason for this to happen any time soon. Yes, they are losing ratings, but AI still is the #1 tv program in the USA. They still make a shitload of money.

The Paps and fans would go into a total spin if he showed up with Kris. Knowing Adam he will say his boots, jacket, pants, are his date. LOL

No date for Adam!! He will shows up again with his publicist, Roger & Lane… as always.. or he probably will come with Katy Perry.. and their publicists..

Good morning!!!

Perez Hilton is a presenter at the AMA?! ‘ ¦ yuck

Really? Color me surprised.

No date for Adam!! He will shows up again with his publicist, Roger & Lane’ ¦ as always.. or he probably will come with Katy Perry.. and their publicists..

I didn’t see any name beside his name card on the videos. I know he is sitting behind Carrie. Is he sitting next to Mary Blidge? He made a comment that they’d be best friends when the show was over…

lorismile

Luckily, for the mental health of the tinhatters, Kris is bringing Katy to the AMAs. I was thinking Adam might show up with Katy Perry, unless her boyfriend is in town.

Good morning!!!

Perez Hilton is a presenter at the AMA?! ‘ ¦ yuck

Really? Color me surprised.

He is not just a presenter, he hosts the whole preshow I think.

No date for Adam!! He will shows up again with his publicist, Roger & Lane’ ¦ as always.. or he probably will come with Katy Perry.. and their publicists..

He could bring his mom. That’d be kind of awesome.

http://www.annarbor.com/entertainment/david-archuleta-concert/

A2SO hopes to broaden audience with David Archuleta Christmas concert on Friday

Oh, froggie, you beat me to the article. I found this part particularly interesting…

Although Siefkes wouldn’t say how much the A2SO had to pay for Archuleta, ‘this is the most we’re paying for a soloist ever ‘ ¦ (but) I think we’ll sell it out.’ 

And I REALLY REALLY REALLY want to know what Kris was working on in the studio last night. Instead of having a relaxing Saturday night just chilling, he’s working? New music already?????

calevis24

Saw mj’s “this is it” last night & today we’re recording in the studio where “we are the world” was recorded. Who wants to watch thriller?! about 15 hours ago from txt

katyallen

In the studio with Kris…. Can’t wait for people to hear this about 8 hours ago from Echofon

krisallen

In the studio. I know I know. The album is done. But I couldn’t stay out. about 6 hours ago from Echofon

Hey everyone @katyallen is the real deal for real you feel? about 6 hours ago from Echofon
(thanks for confirming that @katyallen is for real, Kris. I DO feel!)

edit: NOPE we aren’t moving the pile on to the new thread. Sorry.

Is it okay to put other people’s twitpics here?

All in the name of World Peace. . .

http://twitpic.com/qi8x3

http://twitpic.com/qi88x

So Brian Mansfield’s review was odd for Adam, though I guess I should count myself lucky Adam isn’t with Drake anymore, so he could include his thoughts on tracks. And good for Brian to admit his personal feelings up front, especially regarding that dreaded hype. That being said, I totally disagreed with him about almost everything. Soaked and Music Again, I am not fond of either track, which is a total shame because both had great potential and elements, but just got lost. Soaked had a great beginning, and parts to it, but once they got a way from just orchestration and Adam’s voice, and started adding some other crap to it, it became cheesy. It sounded like a ’70s Manilow song (“Ready To Take A Chance Again) in parts. I blame the overprocessing on that one. Simpler is better for some songs, guys! (listen to me on this Rob and Adam) Pretty much same for Music Again, too much ELO and not enough Queen influences on it.

And I disagree with him on Fever, Strut, SFW (which I like a lot more than I thought I would). Agree Anthem is very Idol coronation song…only without the huge amounts of suck that is NoBo. I can’t tell if he liked PUU, but I liked it. And I can’t tell if he liked Sleepwalker, and ditto, I liked it.

I only agree with Brian on Loaded Smiled and Broken Open because I think they’re both very pretty and I like them as well.

Jedward is gonna be a very successful tween/teen act, IMHO. I’m way, way past their demographic but I find their fun contagious. Their career won’t be long, but it will be lucrative. Hope they save their money so they don’t turn up on cheesy reality shows (as in shows far worse than the X factor) when they are older. They are cute, cute, cute but that won’t last.

Hey, I got it! I think I know why they are saving Adam for last tonight.
They expect him to blow the roof off the place! Hee hee…..

I don’t think there is any reason for this to happen any time soon. Yes, they are losing ratings, but AI still is the #1 tv program in the USA. They still make a shitload of money.

And last week X-Factor was the highest watched show with, IIRC, it’s highest ratings ever. So yeah, not going anywhere.

And Simon is whinging about Jedward staying and the lack of talent? HE had the chance to get rid of Jedward AND keep the only one this year with some talent and chance at relevancy –Lucie Jones. And he chose instead to leave it up to the popular vote and allowed the Twins to stay and that sent Lucie home. He’s such as ass the vast majority of the time.

And of course none of this will deter him from bringing X-Factor to the US, because he gets to be even more in charge of it, than he is AI. Which despite AI’s problems last season and Kirsten’s well known love for the Emmy winning! Bruce, at least it wasn’t the trainwreck in terms of talent, that X-Factor is this year. Which agreed, Simon was the main person behind the situation they find themsevles in now.

Oh and I think Danyl will end up in the B2, hope that Lloyd is in that, Stacey should be, but won’t and I hope that despite Danyl’s not being good, the much worse and waaay past his expiration date Lloyd, finally gets sent home. Nice boy,not great voice.

So Brian Mansfield’s review was odd for Adam

I know, right? So many times as I read, I asked myself, why is he telling me what others (or I) will like instead of what he likes?! I agree he was trying not to say much, with most of “his” review. And, at least for me, he didn’t nail which tracks I would like (or why.) For example, I LOVED Ring of Fire, but Soaked isn’t getting it for me.

Oh well, Brian did his best and I applaud his effort.

Glad to see Danny’s mgmt tm/label has more gigs for him. Between his radio tour and performances he is one busy guy. Kind of funny he has performances in Arkansas (Krss home state) and Michigan (Matt’s home state). Guess we know what 3 songs he will be performing since he rolled them out this week on his radio tour. I believe he also has a performance in Wisconsin this Saturday.

Wanna know something? I pretty much agree with Brian Mansfield! He picked my favorite songs!! (Except TfM–I love that.)

*shocked*

Then again, I love MW, FG, ACIGC, nd RoF best of every Adam week, so go figure.

*ducking*

Adam is sitting behind Mary J Blige and is totally stoked.

Did Brian like IIHY? It is my favorite of the upbeat songs. Adam would hate me (but I do love Master Plan, and he hasn’t heard that, and Fever is also very, very cool–it stays in your head and have a good time). I have ALWAYS loved sensitive side!Adam (which is why I love Soaked so much), and I guess I wish he would go that direction. But, again, YMMV, and proably does.

I do think FYE is gonna set the place on fire, but I still think WWFM is a better choice for a single (and, BTW, Jim Cantiello agrees w/ me).

I know, right? So many times as I read, I asked myself, why is he telling me what others (or I) will like instead of what he likes?! I agree he was trying not to say much, with most of ‘his’  review. And, at least for me, he didn’t nail which tracks I would like (or why.) For example, I LOVED Ring of Fire, but Soaked isn’t getting it for me.

I agree it was an odd review. And the things he said people would like for a certain reason I liked for other reasons. All I got from it was that he doesn’t like his genres mixed. He liked the ballads (Mad World Adam) and the Music Again which is pretty strict rock. And I got the impression he thought a lot of tracks were dance/pop, which I thought had a lot of rock parts in them.

And Simon is whinging about Jedward staying and the lack of talent? HE had the chance to get rid of Jedward AND keep the only one this year with some talent and chance at relevancy ‘“Lucie Jones. And he chose instead to leave it up to the popular vote and allowed the Twins to stay and that sent Lucie home. He’s such as ass the vast majority of the time.

^SO THIS!!!

I have ALWAYS loved sensitive side!Adam (which is why I love Soaked so much), and I guess I wish he would go that direction. But, again, YMMV, and proably does.

Nope my mileage is the same as yours. I wish he would go that direction as well. I’m still cringing at the thought of men on leashes and nipple wear.

I couldn’t stand Danny on the show and his music is not my type of music, but, he sounded good live. Much better than on the show I thought. I think he will do very well with country music.

Nope my mileage is the same as yours. I wish he would go that direction as well. I’m still cringing at the thought of men on leashes and nipple wear.

Lucky for all of us he seems to be going in both directions!

Hey everyone @katyallen is the real deal for real you feel? about 6 hours ago from Echofon
(thanks for confirming that @katyallen is for real, Kris. I DO feel!)

haha! good one girlygirl. it would’ve been cool if katy’s twitter name was @katyallen4real..then everyone would know it was the read deal, for real.

Lucky for all of us he seems to be going in both directions!

Yup, and both directions suit me for the most part. I’m schizo that way, ahem, at least with my musical moods.

SarahP… it would’ve been cool if katy’s twitter name was @katyallen4real..then everyone would know it was the read deal, for real.

That would have been perfect!

Maybe Kris was working on a special project – tv, movie, etc… or maybe he is doing a duet with someone. Just a thought.

So Brian Mansfield’s review was odd for Adam

For me, Brian lives in a past era that is gone and buried but he doesn’t seem to have the ability to even begin to understand that. He has his very conservative (not the political definition, geesh) approach to how he thinks AI and an Idol should represent the show, with their music, once they move on into the real world.

He seems to be pretty out of touch with “modern day” sensibilities and seems to wear the mantle of “grammie” (that I descarded many moons ago) with honor and self-imposed dignity. For me, whether he gives a good review or bad, for anyone it has no relevance.

He is nothing more than an AI voice…that is his bread and butter. So he has become the voice of the AI faithful….those that think the show is finding the best voice and doesn’t have anything to do with finding a viable personality that is marketable in today’s world.

Nope my mileage is the same as yours. I wish he would go that direction as well. I’m still cringing at the thought of men on leashes and nipple wear.

Whew!!! I felt so alone… I think that ppl who love TfM *raising hand* might not like FYE (the video), tho I am not sure. I enjoy watching Adam go all Zodiac, but I want to cry (and have) when I hear I Just Love You and particularly Come Home (from Upright). Crazy, too. I believe there is such a purity to his voice that I want to hear that. Synth is fun, sure, but I would rather leave that to those who can’t sing as well as he can (and boy, can that dude sing his face off). I know, he can do both, but I literally cried when he sang MW, and I did NOT when he sang PTFM (in fact, that is my least favorite of his songs). I didn’t even like it.

I might also add that I don’t like the album cover at all (or the Michelin Man at the back), b/c I think Adam is so handsome, and this ain’t that. There is a very cool picture of Adam in the booklet where he is standing against a fence. It’s just…cool. (I also like his James! Dean pic in Details) I like when he’s fierce, but I don’t like when he’s David Bowie, I guess. I dunno. Muse is my speed, not GaGa. I was beyond sad when Soul Patrol (who were very good) opened in New England for U2 and not Muse. I hope they come back to the states. Matt Bellamy’s voice gives me the chills. In a good way.

I don’t like boring, I like earnest and sincere, and I think Adam has that in boatloads. And Brian’s review didn’t bother me at all, b/c he was very careful about stating repeatedly that this was just HIS take on it. There was no hatred, just opinion, and it was an OP ED piece, I felt.

Maybe Kris was working on a special project ‘“ tv, movie, etc’ ¦ or maybe he is doing a duet with someone. Just a thought.

Wouldn’t this be the accoustic EP he has been talking about?

The Paps and fans would go into a total spin if he showed up with Kris.

I don’t think the the pap would particularly be interested in Kris being with Adam. I also think most of Adam’s fans are over the Kradam.

SarahP’ ¦ it would’ve been cool if katy’s twitter name was @katyallen4real..then everyone would know it was the read deal, for real.

That would have been perfect!

She can change it as often as she likes.

It’s interesting that Lambert is getting stellar reviews from the mainstream music critics, but those most inside the Idol bubble (Mansfield, Slezak, Jim C. MJ Santelli) struggle to come to grips with him. I think it’s the Idol-colored glasses where everything must be pasterized, homogenized, and blended to a tasteless, colorless, odorless pablum. Just a variation on the eternal Tuesday night angst: OMG, what will Simon think? The Idol bubble insiders all gravitate to the middle-of-the-road acts that avoid pushing any buttons at all costs.

edit: It’s SANTILLI. And how do YOU know what I think about FYE? I haven’t reviewed it. Not only are you a prognosticator, but you’re a mind reader too.

I know, right? So many times as I read, I asked myself, why is he telling me what others (or I) will like instead of what he likes?! I agree he was trying not to say much, with most of ‘his’  review. And, at least for me, he didn’t nail which tracks I would like (or why.) For example, I LOVED Ring of Fire, but Soaked isn’t getting it for me.

Oh well, Brian did his best and I applaud his effort.

Well I don’t mind his not giving his views on the music and mostly just explaining them. He did the same with Kris, so in the interest of parity, I’m fine with it. Though with Kris instead of the preamble of his admitted prejudices that he did for Adam, he gave this story about how the album was about relationships and then proceeded to underline that point by really oddly including Kris’s wife’s view on which songs she liked. Still not sure why I’m supposed to give a damn about what Katy thinks of anything Kris does musically.

So I’m fine, I guess, with Brian just giving descriptions of most songs and saying a little bit of why he does or doesn’t like them, or at least with a few songs giving an actual opinion. Cool, fine. But agreed that even his descriptions of the songs is off for me. I FLOVED RoF, it’s my favourite Idol performance of all time. Even more than Stuff Like That There. And no way does Soaked have a RoF feel to it, I wish. Just because there might be some sitars in the beginning of both, doesn’t mean the rest of the songs resemble each other, like at all. So whatever Brian Mansfield.

But agreed, hey he tried and I do appreciate his self-reflection on feeling put off by the hype around Adam, his instinctual reaction against it and his being upfront and sharing all of that. Reviewers are humans with their own prejudices, of course, so I admire he could be upfront with his and try and be as objective as possible. Good job.

I think that ppl who love TfM *raising hand* might not like FYE (the video), tho I am not sure.

I am going to confuse you Sue by confessing that I like both TFM and FYE.

There was no hatred, just opinion, and it was an OP ED piece, I felt.

But he didn’t give much of his own opinion. I got the impression he mostly said what others would think and for the most part I didn’t agree.

I don’t think the the pap would particularly be interested in Kris being with Adam. I also think most of Adam’s fans are over the Kradam

I agree. I was just joking around. Unfortunately you can’t get the “tone” behind the words when reading them.

suebrody
11/22/2009 at 12:49 pm
Nope my mileage is the same as yours. I wish he would go that direction as well. I’m still cringing at the thought of men on leashes and nipple wear.

Whew!!! I felt so alone’ ¦ I think that ppl who love TfM *raising hand* might not like FYE (the video), tho I am not sure. I enjoy watching Adam go all Zodiac, but I want to cry (and have) when I hear I Just Love You and particularly Come Home (from Upright). Crazy, too. I believe there is such a purity to his voice that I want to hear that. Synth is fun, sure, but I would rather leave that to those who can’t sing as well as he can (and boy, can that dude sing his face off). I know, he can do both, but I literally cried when he sang MW, and I did NOT when he sang PTFM (in fact, that is my least favorite of his songs). I didn’t even like it.

I might also add that I don’t like the album cover at all (or the Michelin Man at the back), b/c I think Adam is so handsome, and this ain’t that. There is a very cool picture of Adam in the booklet where he is standing against a fence. It’s just’ ¦cool. (I also like his James! Dean pic in Details) I like when he’s fierce, but I don’t like when he’s David Bowie, I guess. I dunno. Muse is my speed, not GaGa. I was beyond sad when Soul Patrol (who were very good) opened in New England for U2 and not Muse. I hope they come back to the states. Matt Bellamy’s voice gives me the chills. In a good way.

I don’t like boring, I like earnest and sincere, and I think Adam has that in boatloads. And Brian’s review didn’t bother me at all, b/c he was very careful about stating repeatedly that this was just HIS take on it. There was no hatred, just opinion, and it was an OP ED piece, I felt.

Thank you for saying everything that I feel.

The only thing I might add is that I know Adam needs to appeal to a broader fan base and I am will to sacrifice for this album hoping he will offer something for the “old fan base” in the future.

BTW, just to clarify, I don’t like cookie cutter Idols, either. But I do not think Broken Open or A Loaded Smile or Sleepwalker make him boring; they just make him beautiful. I am not saying he shouldn’t take chances by ANY MEANS, and I do like Fever a lot (as well as Pick U Up) and IICH is so damned catchy. But the ones I will remember are the ones like Loaded Smile, and I just don’t believe other Idols could sing that song with such tenderness. Same with MW and even ToMT. MW is stunning. FG (studio) is stunning, and he even takes a song like NoBo or Want (aka December) and makes them work. Okay, Want is monotone, but his voice isn’t. They aren’t boring (except Want is), they are just beautiful, at least to me. I am being totally honest here, and I understand that the majority of Adam fans don’t agree with me, but I’m just putting it out there, that’s all.

Thanks to those who understand.

My take on the Mansfield article is that Brian doesn’t really like FYE, but is trying to give it a chance.

Plus, I don’t think he wants to be one of the lone media who doesn’t rave over it, so he is trying to be PC.

Can you say wishy washy?

I was beyond sad when Soul Patrol (who were very good) opened in New England for U2 and not Muse

Taylor Hicks’ musical career lives!

Sorry, I know you meant Snow Patrol, just couldn’t resist.

I FLOVED RoF, it’s my favourite Idol performance of all time. Even more than Stuff Like That There. And no way does Soaked have a RoF feel to it, I wish. Just because there might be some sitars in the beginning of both, doesn’t mean the rest of the songs resemble each other, like at all.

Haha, this is sooo true. I was also going ehh?

So we are about 10 hours to take off. Gonna be a long day. I should have saved my cleaning for today instead of doing it yesterday.

Plus, I don’t think he wants to be one of the lone media who doesn’t rave over it, so he is trying to be PC.

Can you say wishy washy?

There have already been mixed, to negative review of FYE, so I don’t think Brian Mansfield cares about that. I think that he wasn’t being wishy-washy per se, because he did the same kind of non-review review for Kris’s album as well. So this isn’t just some Adam thing. Additionally for Adam, as his preamble states, he had a lot of mixed emotions before even listening to it, some of them negative about the hype and his instinctive reaction against that (which I totally agree with it, and it annoys me as an Adam fan sometimes). So he’s trying to be as objective as possible in his review, not wishy-washy. At least that was my take, YMMV.

Sorry, I know you meant Snow Patrol, just couldn’t resist.

lol, oops!!! Long day indeed and it’s barely started…

Brian did the same sort of non-review for Kris’ album, too. I think it’s just his style. It’s like he’s writing a report on each track as opposed to much of his opinion.

Whew!!! I felt so alone’ ¦ I think that ppl who love TfM *raising hand* might not like FYE (the video), tho I am not sure. I enjoy watching Adam go all Zodiac, but I want to cry (and have) when I hear I Just Love You and particularly Come Home (from Upright). Crazy, too. I believe there is such a purity to his voice that I want to hear that. Synth is fun, sure, but I would rather leave that to those who can’t sing as well as he can (and boy, can that dude sing his face off). I know, he can do both, but I literally cried when he sang MW, and I did NOT when he sang PTFM (in fact, that is my least favorite of his songs). I didn’t even like it.

I might also add that I don’t like the album cover at all (or the Michelin Man at the back), b/c I think Adam is so handsome, and this ain’t that. There is a very cool picture of Adam in the booklet where he is standing against a fence. It’s just’ ¦cool. (I also like his James! Dean pic in Details) I like when he’s fierce, but I don’t like when he’s David Bowie, I guess. I dunno. Muse is my speed, not GaGa. I was beyond sad when Soul Patrol (who were very good) opened in New England for U2 and not Muse. I hope they come back to the states. Matt Bellamy’s voice gives me the chills. In a good way.

I don’t like boring, I like earnest and sincere, and I think Adam has that in boatloads. And Brian’s review didn’t bother me at all, b/c he was very careful about stating repeatedly that this was just HIS take on it. There was no hatred, just opinion, and it was an OP ED piece, I felt.

No fears, you’re not alone! I agree about the album cover as well. The way Adam thinks is scary for me sometimes and I’ll never understand the thought process behind that…….oh well!

I can understand his wanting to have fun and but that voice of his is something, that IMO, should be showcased always and songs like FYE don’t do that. Like someone said, I’m glad he seems to be heading in both directions because I think it would be a crime for him to go all glam all the time.

I actually enjoyed Brian Mansfield’s review. After reading so many other reviews his take was at least different. I am waiting for tomorrow to hear Adam’s CD and haven’t heard all of the songs yet and therefore have no horse in this race. Like others have said, it’s very telling that people have such diverse opinions on which songs they like best and why as so many people have different favorites.

“I think that he wasn’t being wishy-washy per se, because he did the same kind of non-review review for Kris’s album as well. ”

Oh, ok, I see your point. I guess I didn’t read the Kris review, so if he did the same sort of review it probably is just his reviewing style.

Um, I guess the news didn’t get out loud enough. “Take One” is ranked higher than “For Your Entertainment” in iTunes pop albums. !!!!! That sucks. I know it’s partly due to the former’s release this past week, but still…

Is this old news? I dunno, I’ve been bombarded with RL these past couple of weeks…

Like someone said, I’m glad he seems to be heading in both directions because I think it would be a crime for him to go all glam all the time.

I was actually suprised by the number of big vocal songs that were on the album. You have the ballads of course, and they are quite many, but there is also Aftermath, Sleepwalker and PUU.

I see Adams album on #34 itunes and Take One on #99?

I see Adams album on #34 itunes and Take One on #99?

Yup, me too. Didn’t check Pop albums, though I can’t imagine it would be reversed, but then, ya never know…all things are strange, these days.

saga, I agree it’s weird. Those are the overall rankings. But go to Pop and Take One is #24 to Adam’s #34. Can’t really reconcile the listings, so hopefully it’s a mistake? Still, it’s a visual one that I don’t like too much…

ETA: Oops, sorry. FYE Deluxe is #12 in pop. Missed that one somehow?! My bad. Must read more carefully… Thanks everyone… Carry on…

weareallinnocent
11/22/2009 at 1:11 pm

Um, I guess the news didn’t get out loud enough. ‘Take One’  is ranked higher than ‘For Your Entertainment’  in iTunes pop albums. !!!!! That sucks. I know it’s partly due to the former’s release this past week, but still’ ¦

Is this old news? I dunno, I’ve been bombarded with RL these past couple of weeks’ ¦

Well Actually the Deluxe Album of Adam’s FYE is #34 on the combined Itunes Chart, The standard Album of FYE is #156, That is the one that the Bastard Album is ahead of at #99.

Amazon has preview clips up for Glee Volume 2 album

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002Y7KYC6/ref=dm_ap_alb50

Listening to Adam’s album to get ready for the AMA’s tonight, and unlike Brian’s two children, Adam’s CD has me listening to it over and over and loving it more and more each time, if that is even possible. I just can’t believe how much I love this album. The dance songs are fun and make me feel so happy and energized, and the ballads are beautiful and haunting, especially “Broken Open” and “Loaded Smile,” although I love them all. Needless to say, I can’t wait to see Adam perform tonight.

weareallinnocent
11/22/2009 at 1:21 pm

saga, I agree it’s weird. Those are the overall rankings. But go to Pop and Take One is #24 to Adam’s #34. Can’t really reconcile the listings, so hopefully it’s a mistake? Still, it’s a visual one that I don’t like too much’ ¦

Again the Deluxe is #12 on the Pop Album Charts and the Standard is #34 with the Bastard Album at #24

Lynne
11/22/2009 at 1:22 pm

Listening to Adam’s album to get ready for the AMA’s tonight, and unlike Brian’s two children, Adam’s CD has me listening to it over and over and loving it more and more each time, if that is even possible. I just can’t believe how much I love this album. The dance songs are fun and make me feel so happy and energized, and the ballads are beautiful and haunting, especially ‘Broken Open’  and ‘Loaded Smile,’  although I love them all. Needless to say, I can’t wait to see Adam perform tonight.

Lynne are you reading my mind?

I thought Brian’s review was very fair. It sounds mostly positive to me!

I’m one of the older posters who goes way back to before Bill Haley. There has been a lot of so called new music that I don’t care for. I happen to like all the songs on Adam’s CD. I’m glad that I’m here to watch a charismatic star performer from the beginning. Adam has persevered for a long time. He has paid his dues. Tonight will be epic imo.

How many hours till Adam’s performance? It’s great Adam has the honor of closing the show, but bad for people who are anxious to see him. I think the pressure is really on Adam cuz the media is really hyping him more than any other performers tonite.

I know there are going to be a lot of superstars tonite with some amazing performances. However, I bet Adam makes the biggest news tomorrow.

I don’t think that itunes has updated in several hours.

I’m still gathering FYE album reviews here guys.
So excited for tonight, really. Adam’s going to knock it out of the park, I have complete confidence in him!

Does anyone know regarding Adam’s GMA performance, if only one song is going to be aired? Since he is performing at the Hudson Theatre, I would think for his live audience he would perform at least two. I can see three or four. But then again, they’ve had practically no time to rehearse other numbers.

How exciting for Adam and his new band. Their very first performance, AMA, then GMA (not in a studio but theatre), Letterman, Rockin’ New Years Eve… and more to look forward to. When does something like this ever happen to a brand new performer(s)?

zzatrms

I’m one of the older posters who goes way back to before Bill Haley

Now that is a blast from the past! Probably 99% of MJ’s posters never heard of Bill Haley. But he (and his Comets) were my (and my brother’s) introduction to Rock ‘n Roll at the famous Chicago Theatre way back when… It was a live show and the band rocked right through the aisles. We were very young and very wide eyed. And I think there are going to be some wide eyed Adam newbies watching tonight! It’s gonna be a similar awakening.

I am so glad that I love ALL the faces of Adam–the fierce, sexy, and fabulous side AND the vulnerable, ballad crooning, emo side.

It makes it much easier to enjoy the ride! No angst for me, just pure enjoyment. I never get that sensation of “Don’t do it Adam!! Go in another direction!!”

I kind of feel for the folks who are taken aback by the fierce, sexy, and fabulous side of Adam because there’s no way he’s giving that up; it’s such an integral part of his performance persona.

The only music I don’t care for from Adam is the the more classic stuff–like Aftermath. It’s not bad; in fact, it’s very good, but it just isn’t my favorite because it sounds a bit average to me.

Everytime Aftermath comes on I involuntarily think that Daughtry is singing for the first couple of seconds. I would have preferred Master Plan, but it sounds like Aftermath has a lot of personal meaning for Adam and his friends. No big deal. I’ve still got Master Plan on my playlist.

Adam’s performing tonight? I’m excited. His live FYE is bound to kick his studio version’s ass with a much better sound. Not that the studio version is bad, it’s just a bit dull (But it grows on you, I like it, still expecting a more rocked out version).

Speaking of which, I was extremely happy at my sister’s birthday dinner yesterday, I heard all 3 singles (FYE, LLWD, and FIBOU). Amazing. Only album I haven’t bought is Allison’s. I still wanna get on that.

I even hate hate hate the genre Adam’s going in, but I have a feeling he’ll make it tolerable and there’ll be some genius tracks there (Hopefully something like TFM). Plus, I felt the album cover talking to me, it said “Buy my album or I’ll abduct you and send you to my home planet of Planet Fierce”.

Does anyone know regarding Adam’s GMA performance, if only one song is going to be aired? Since he is performing at the Hudson Theatre, I would think for his live audience he would perform at least two. I can see three or four. But then again, they’ve had practically no time to rehearse other numbers.

Adam should be performing about 4 songs with 2 being aired and the other 2 on their web site.

Big day!!! AMA s on abc. Tune in! I’m closing the show!!!!

Tweet from Adam

Big day!!! AMA s on abc. Tune in! I’m closing the show!!!!

We know, BB! Good Luck!

I posted on another website that I was watching ENews today and Ryan didn’t mention Adam’s album when he was talking about (and showing photos of) other artists whose albums were coming out tomorrow. What’s that all about?! Ryan…..major ‘fail’ and disappointment to me!

I am really excited for Adam’s performance tonight. GOOD LUCK TO ADAM! I know he will be amazing!!

Everytime Aftermath comes on I involuntarily think that Daughtry is singing for the first couple of seconds.

I think that’s the point. It seems to me that FYE is, above all else, an album that gives Lambert’s take on a dozen different pop/rock/dance styles — from Weezer to Muse to Pink to Gaga to DAUGHTRY/Benson HOT AC rawk.

Aftermath is supposed to make you think of the Nickleback/DAUGHTRY/Cook soft-grunge ballad genre.

I’ve just received an email from Amazon UK. My copy of FYE has been sent to me. It’s Sunday evening, so I guess British customers will get their CDs tomorrow. I hope I get mine before Friday. It’s a long way from UK to Slovenia.

I posted on another website that I was watching ENews today and Ryan didn’t mention Adam’s album when he was talking about (and showing photos of) other artists whose albums were coming out tomorrow. What’s that all about?! Ryan’ ¦..major ‘fail’ and disappointment to me!

Honest mistake probably, and HOLY CRAP, today’s the 22nd WHAT THE KRIS?!?!?!?!!!!??!? I thought Adam’s album was coming out on Tuesday (I knew they bumped the release date a day, but for some reason it never crossed my mind that it was a Monday.)

revcat

We were very young and very wide eyed. And I think there are going to be some wide eyed Adam newbies watching tonight! It’s gonna be a similar awakening.

I can remember my Dad asking what kind of noise is that when I played Bill Haley. My parents didn’t get the Beatles either when we saw them on the Ed Sullivan show. Alan Sherman has a great take-off called Pop Hates the Beatles.

Honest mistake probably, and HOLY CRAP, today’s the 22nd WHAT THE KRIS?!?!?!?!!!!??!? I thought Adam’s album was coming out on Tuesday (I knew they bumped the release date a day, but for some reason it never crossed my mind that it was a Monday.)

does this mean FYE will be on my ipod after midnight tonight?

Got my cd yesterday. Still like all the songs. I skip T4M & FYE sometimes, only because I’ve listened to them so many times and I want to get to the new ones again.
My 26 yr old son came to me and said asked, “Aren’t you tired of that yet?” Of course, I said, “Nope.” Then he said he’d it download to itunes for me because he wanted to listen to the cd. We didn’t get a to talk about it much because he was going out, but he liked some of it. I’m anxious to hear what he thinks, because he’s the kid that analyzes everything with me.

I am watching some anime video with Broken Open, and I have to admit its a beautiful song. Can songs like this be released as singles? I can’t really see it being played on the radio…

I’m back! Did the AMAs begin yet?

Oh, Broken Open? *sigh* So beautiful, saga. So absolutely stunning.

me and adam went to the studio of the david bowie piano legend mike garson who is my hero ( been with bowie since the ziggy years) creating a show intro and watching him play with adam singing together was such a musical treat…so watch the american music awards cuz its gonna be HUGE!!

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=3474371&blogId=518607071

Tweeted by Alisan:

ali22san Today! http://pic.gd/11b876
4 minutes ago from UberTwitter

And a tweet by Monte:

Monterrific Today turns over a new chapter for me. Now I’m headed to the AMA’s to tear the place apart. Don’t miss it tonight!

Big day!!! AMA s on abc. Tune in! I’m closing the show!!!!

Tweet from Adam

Good luck Adam!!!! Be fierce!!!!

I wonder if he was as shocked as we were to find out he was closing. I’m still reeling at this honor.

Tweeted by Alisan:

ali22san Today! http://pic.gd/11b876
4 minutes ago from UberTwitter

Is Alisan Adam’s date tonight?

me and adam went to the studio of the david bowie piano legend mike garson who is my hero ( been with bowie since the ziggy years) creating a show intro and watching him play with adam singing together was such a musical treat’ ¦so watch the american music awards cuz its gonna be HUGE!!

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=3474371&blogId=518607071

Yup..sounds like Adam is going to open his number with an accappella, or piano only intro, and then launch into FYE….sounds great

I think that’s an old photo of Alisan and Adam but maybe she is his date tonight. Out will have a field day with that, lol..

Jammasta! Seems like they’re doing some special arrangements to FYE to make an impact. I think they are going to showcase his vocals more but keep the high energy of the song.

I wonder when Adam found out he was closing? What a great vote of confidence for him. I have no doubt he will sing and perform his face off tonight.

“I am so glad that I love ALL the faces of Adam’“the fierce, sexy, and fabulous side AND the vulnerable, ballad crooning, emo side.”

Part of why I love him so much is that he does have all of these sides.

“

Ahh, I am going to want this arrangement in my itunes… AMA should sell their videos on itunes.

POP:
65 67 ADAM LAMBERT For Your Entertainment 201 183 18 0.620
+0 Spins
-1 Bullet
-0.003 AI

HAC:
48 49 ADAM LAMBERT For Your Entertainment 182 193 -11 0.871
-7 Spins
-18 Bullet
-0.024 AI

POP:
37 38 KRIS ALLEN Live Like We’re Dying 1157 1048 109 6.697
+17 Spins
+7 Bullet
+0.084 AI

HAC:
21 20 KRIS ALLEN Live Like We’re Dying 1161 995 166 5.248
-1 Spin
-17 Bullet
-0.024 AI

“Yup..sounds like Adam is going to open his number with an accappella, or piano only intro, and then launch into FYE’ ¦.sounds great”

This is going to be out of this world unbelievable. It’s going to be a treat for his fans, but for those who haven’t seen him, they will be surprised and amazed. I am so happy for him, he deserves this and more.

Remember when everyone was wondering about the TII red carpet? Will he bring his mother, Drake, or go alone. No one figured out he was bringing a girl. That was one of the greatest photo ops, because Adam and Katy were a dazzling couple. Both are absolutely gorgeous, tall, with matching blue eyes.

So, I wonder who he is taking to the AMAs? Alison Porter? His mother? Alone? We know it won’t be Drake.

I was hoping he would bring Katy again, she is stunning. Wouldn’t mind if he brought Ferras! Alisan is a nice choice too.

Mateja
11/22/2009 at 2:19 pm
I’ve just received an email from Amazon UK. My copy of FYE has been sent to me. It’s Sunday evening, so I guess British customers will get their CDs tomorrow. I hope I get mine before Friday. It’s a long way from UK to Slovenia.

My copies were shipped yesterday, Mateja. I hope to get them by Tuesday Can ´t wait!!!!!!!

I am going to take a 2-hour nap to be wide awake for the AMAs

So, I wonder who he is taking to the AMAs? Alison Porter? His mother? Alone? We know it won’t be Drake.

Maybe his jacket!

I think that’s an old photo of Alisan and Adam but maybe she is his date tonight. Out will have a field day with that, lol..

Why would they? Adam is currently single right now, and she is one of his best friends and also collaborated with him on the album. We know how loyal Adam is to his friends and how centering, in turn, his pre-idol friends are to him. I don’t know who he will be taking, but it seems like she would be great choice. She is someone with whom he can relax and have fun, who has his best interests at heart, who really gets him, and who will understand what he needs at such a crazy, big moment in his life!

Regularly, I really want my weekends to linger, this one hasn’t been the case, I can’t wait for tonight for the AMAs/Album download.

We are getting the transmission a couple of hours later, they subtitle it on that time (very roughly), but it’ll be worth it to watch my mom’s reaction to Adam’s performance, I really don’t know what she’ll think.

BTW, I’m only 23 years old, but I know about Bill Haley! It wasn’t my time for sure, but that doesn’t mean that younger generations can’t appreciate and cherish the milestones of music history .

My grandma couldn’t believe it when I showed her the entire Frank Sinatra collection on my computer, she thought that I only cared about the new stuff, I just don’t believe in music as a timeline or a series of genres. It’s all about the right song on your head at the right time, a great song is timeless.

@AimeeMayo just tweeted:

@adamlambert I cannot wait to see what you do tonight! Are you singing Sleepwalker at the GMA concert? If so I’m buying a plane ticket. xoxo 8 minutes ago from web in reply to adamlambert

Lambert needs to step out of the limo onto the red carpet with his date on a rhinestone-studded leash.

Tweet from David with pic:

thedavidcook: http://twitpic.com/qivsy – Checking the sound -Regis & Kelly in Las Vegas

They’re filming Regis & Kelly today for tomorrow’s show.

Hey, I don’t know if this has happened to anyone else, but my copy of FYE arrived YESTERDAY. I ordered it from Adam’s website when FYE the single delayed on iTunes. Don’t know if that’s why it arrived early, but I am delighted! Sounds great, even better than the streaming version that went up last week.

(I had a small disaster when I transferred it to my iPod, which resulted in temporarily resulted in erasing everything BUT FYE from my iPod, but all is restored.)

Looking forward to the AMAs tonight. I heard that he is closing the show, but I don’t know if that’s true or just a rumor. ETA: he just tweeted to say he IS closing the show!!!!

COWELL BLASTS ACTS

X Factor Danyl Johnson’s mum: Simon Cowell’s made my boy a hate figure

God I am so glad I don’t follow The X-Factor. What a farce.

I have the feeling Adam will bring Katy Perry again (tho it would be cool if he brought his mom, but his publicist–zzzz). And the more I hear this album, the more I love it (shock), except Music Again (sorry, no go for me). Dance songs, mid-tempo (beginning to love Pick U Up), fun (If I Had You), reflective (WWFM), haunting (BO, Loaded Smile, Sleepwalker), and even an anthem (Master Plan). I love the songs that most show of his voice (Aftermath sure does). But it sure ain’t cookie cutter, and I love him for that.

Alisan is maybe singing back vocals in the FYE performance? But she wasn’t seen on any of the videos and Lisa was singing backup.

Another twitpic from David. Apparently, he and his band have dancers too. Heh.

thedavidcook: http://twitpic.com/qjd70 – Gotta love Vegas!

@adamlambert I cannot wait to see what you do tonight! Are you singing Sleepwalker at the GMA concert? If so I’m buying a plane ticket. xoxo 8 minutes ago from web in reply to adamlambert

lol, she tweeted last night. She also hasn’t gotten her album yet!!! Say what?! Why didn’t they send her one?

BTW, Alisan tweeted that she was going last night, so maybe she is going w/ Adam? Or maybe she is going with Ferras…

From twitter

at AMAs

ElyssaMai: Just talked to Kelly clarkson http://twitpic.com/qj05k

Just went to verify my TV time for the AMAs tonight…this is the capsule identifier that is listed:

Fans votes determine which musical acts are honored at the annual ceremony at Nokia Theater in Los Angeles; featuring performances by the Black Eyed Peas, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys and more.

I find this very interesting and somewhat telling.

Sassycatz
11/22/2009 at 3:00 pm
Another twitpic from David. Apparently, he and his band have dancers too. Heh.

thedavidcook: http://twitpic.com/qjd70 ‘“ Gotta love Vegas!

Wow Kyle looks uncomfortable there! Maybe it’s because he just got married this summer. IDK. It looks like David is enjoying it though.

Just talked to Kelly clarkson http://twitpic.com/qj05k

Wow. I’d bet Kelly would pay to have that pic taken down and destroyed! Did a fan post that?!

I like the changes they made to adam’s official website. the changes they made to Kris’s is good too.

Another twitpic from David. Apparently, he and his band have dancers too. Heh.

thedavidcook: http://twitpic.com/qjd70 ‘“ Gotta love Vegas!

LOLOL! I love the expressions on their faces: big, cheesy grins from Monty, Andy and Dave. Kyle looks confused. Meanwhile, Neal has apparently discovered just how far away Vegas is from Tulsa. Though if anyone can look badass while surrounded by feathers and sequins, it’s him.

Will the pre show be on TV. I can’t find it listed in TV Guide?

OK to those that ordered the Deluxe Itunes version of FYE. Who besides me, once the Album is available for download, is going to rush to listen to “Down the Rabbit Hole” because it’s the one song I haven’t heard yet!…. (By the way Ordered Album through MJ’s site, remind all those who are going to purchase any idol music, on Itunes or Amazon, to please do it through MJ’s site, (any music for that matter) It is I think the only fair way of expressing our gratitude for all she does and brings to this blog.)

Maybe his jacket!

lol or his red boots!!!

I got the Hot List from TV Guide (finally there). Short article, but they do mention on the front page that he is on the list. He looks sharp, BTW.

I got my copy of FYE from AO yesterday. It is odd how it shows up in my iTunes library, probably b/c I had already downloaded some shows, and WWFM is not showing up in the album but elsewhere, but at least I have it and TfM. I have on Sleepwalker, and tweeted Aimee that she should text Alisan or Ryan Tedder or someone. And get her the damned copy of the album. Is this typical that the writers have to wait? WTF?

Oh, and it’s Jim Cantiello’s bday today, but he can’t go to the AMAs, tho he will go to GMAs (I think) and will definitely interview Adam on Tuesday. Maybe Adam will make Tweet Beat this week?

God, I am too excited about the AMAs…they say he is sitting in the 2nd row. Not bad at all for his first year there…

Adam’s new and improved website (adamoffical) is back up and running! It is pretty cool. Luv the pics and background! More of the launching!

Apparently pre-show is only streaming (not sure where). And yes, cannot wait to get Down the Rabbit Hole. Do we get another bonus track or is that it? No more from AO, is there?

ETA: We do get another download tomorrow from AO if we purchased deluxe version. Do not know which one, however.

Will the pre show be on TV. I can’t find it listed in TV Guide?

It doesn’t look like the red carpet portion will be shown on TV. However, if you go to abc.com, they will be streaming it live. I really thought the E channel would be carrying it live with Ryan Seacrest. Doesn’t he usually do the red carpet at these types of events?

Does Down The Rabbit Hole come from the itune download?

What if Adam brings Bowie as a date?

Rumors were true….He is closing the show!!!!

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Yea suebrody! Somebody besides me loves Aftermath! I keep seeing people say it sounds like Daughtry which I don’t get at all – for me its a like a lost Def Leppard track with a much better singer! In any case, as always, something for everyone! (And we can continue to agree to disagree on Music Again – one of my faves)

alaadam
11/22/2009 at 3:14 pm

Does Down The Rabbit Hole come from the itune download?

Yes

I want to see if this works, so I can use it tonight:

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Check it…Adams new website..

http://www.adamofficial.com/us/home

Thanks, dv, and why isn’t E there???

Tomorrow you get:

Two bonus tracks from FYE iTunes and
One bonus track download from AO

That’s all they are saying, except that one of the bonus tracks is Down the Rabbit Hole (iTunes).

Do we get another bonus track or is that it? No more from AO, is there?

The AO Collector’s Edition boasts another bonus for download on Nov 23, but who knows whether it’s Down the Rabbit Hole or not. As far as I’ve been able to tell, DtRH is not labeled an iTunes exclusive. But my reading of iTunes today has been less than perfect.

Personally, I’m expecting the extra AO download to be different from DtRH, but that’s as much wishful thinking as anything else. Given that one of the AO bonuses duplicated the other iTunes bonus (Master Plan), logic would suggest another duplicate. But I’m refusing to apply logic here.

Nope oh well. It was supposed to be a “rock on” emoticon.

Just talked to Kelly clarkson http://twitpic.com/qj05k

Wow. I’d bet Kelly would pay to have that pic taken down and destroyed! Did a fan post that?!

I’d agree with you but my understanding from reading her fan comments is that she loves being the au natural down home don’t get fussy gal from Texas. If that is how she presents herself to the world then the picture is totally golden and a good representation of how “real” Kelly wants to be.

I, on the other hand, does think she has a little more “celebrity” sensibility and would be a lot happier if a picture showing her being a tad more “classy” would surface.

I do hope she kills tonight!!

Am listening to FYE and “Broken Open” just played. It’s gorgeous.

I think the AO bonus is Voodoo, the Sam Sparro track.

Guess I’d better leave the commentary to the Pros! LOL. I’m not on here enough to know all the topics covered in threads, and don’t know if a topic has been “done to death” for it to be verboten. It’s a great site, and I’m grateful to be able to see all this news in one place. Back to lurking, as they say. *quietly gets excited about tonight*

Just to temporarily switch the topic from tonight, but did anyone else get a giggle from the Freep article?

America’s Thanksgiving Parade: The 83rd annual parade starts at Woodward and Mack and finishes at Woodward and Congress. R&B group Day 26, country music star Josh Gracin, and Season 8 American Idol contestant Danny Gokey are scheduled to perform.

Josh Gracin is also an AI alum. Nice to see him out of the bubble!

That’s all they are saying, except that one of the bonus tracks is Down the Rabbit Hole (iTunes).

Sue the other is Master Plan from Itunes

Hey guys.. come join us at yes.com to rewatch Adam’s Journey before his big performance at the AMAs.

Copying from briarswt ….

BBS, in ten minutes or so – 3:20 EST, I’m hosting a AI rewatch party that will then meld into the redcarpet, then into the AMAs, then onto the CD release. If you all wish to join, feel more than free too

I’ll link people there with the video we’ll be watching, and we’ll have lots of fun playing around

http://www.yes.com/#Adam_Lambert

Yea suebrody! Somebody besides me loves Aftermath! I keep seeing people say it sounds like Daughtry which I don’t get at all ‘“ for me its a like a lost Def Leppard track with a much better singer! In any case, as always, something for everyone! (And we can continue to agree to disagree on Music Again ‘“ one of my faves)

Yep, now a big fan of Aftermath. It is NOT a cheesy anthem song, reviewers–the vocals are awesome. And everyone likes MA again except me (that odd falsetto is not a falsetto, but I do know know what it is). Now, you want falsetto, you listen to A Broken Smile (as Adam said in EW, and yes, it’s sad I remember that). *sigh*

Aw, we already have Master Plan. I want more.

Josh Gracin is also an AI alum. Nice to see him out of the bubble!

LOL…I am glad for him…His album are actually very good…and he is also a alum that has done fairly well for himself sales and chart wise. (Country)

Why would they? Adam is currently single right now, and she is one of his best friends and also collaborated with him on the album. We know how loyal Adam is to his friends and how centering, in turn, his pre-idol friends are to him. I don’t know who he will be taking, but it seems like she would be great choice. She is someone with whom he can relax and have fun, who has his best interests at heart, who really gets him, and who will understand what he needs at such a crazy, big moment in his life!

I see my joke failed. I was poking fun that Out may try and say Adam is de-gaying himself again

Alisan would be a great choice of a date. I want to see his boots!

So which Idol did get the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day float appearance?

Just talked to Kelly clarkson http://twitpic.com/qj05k

Wow. I’d bet Kelly would pay to have that pic taken down and destroyed! Did a fan post that?!

I’d agree with you but my understanding from reading her fan comments is that she loves being the au natural down home don’t get fussy gal from Texas. If that is how she presents herself to the world then the picture is totally golden and a good representation of how ‘real’  Kelly wants to be.

I, on the other hand, does think she has a little more ‘celebrity’  sensibility and would be a lot happier if a picture showing her being a tad more ‘classy’  would surface.

I do hope she kills tonight!!

Its Kelly arriving backstage in jeans and t-shirts, thats all. She’ll get all dressed up for the show.

This is going to be out of this world unbelievable. It’s going to be a treat for his fans, but for those who haven’t seen him, they will be surprised and amazed. I am so happy for him, he deserves this and more.

I had a feeling from the rehearsals. He sings at one point acapella with this power note at the end. I also want to buy this version to go with the other two albums I have or will get tomorrow from iTunes. I have. And all the magazines. I’m going broke. Also, this will showcase his vocal skills as well as performing ones. When GaGa sang and played piano on SNL about a month ago, I was pleasantly surprised and the audience was as well.

YT video putting AMA rehearsal pictures to Master Plan:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_b1ylzdHoRg&feature=player_embedded#

It doesn’t look like the red carpet portion will be shown on TV. However, if you go to abc.com, they will be streaming it live. I really thought the E channel would be carrying it live with Ryan Seacrest. Doesn’t he usually do the red carpet at these types of events?

It was listed on Comcast on ABC, and I’ve dvr’d it.

So which Idol did get the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day float appearance?

Kat is going to be there.

Adam confirmed via his twitter he is closing the show! OMFG.
and his new website looks awesome.
Mj can we please have a new Adam thread? LOL

Just to temporarily switch the topic from tonight, but did anyone else get a giggle from the Freep article?

America’s Thanksgiving Parade: The 83rd annual parade starts at Woodward and Mack and finishes at Woodward and Congress. R&B group Day 26, country music star Josh Gracin, and Season 8 American Idol contestant Danny Gokey are scheduled to perform.

Josh Gracin is also an AI alum. Nice to see him out of the bubble!

Very nice to know that some of them can earn that eventually.

I downloaded my bonus songs from AO and I guess there is no way I can combine them to my Itune palylist? I am new at all this downloading music and Itunes thing so I hope that wasn’t a completely rediculous questions to ask! I just would like to keep all my music together so I could listen to all of it at one time.

Got my DVR set. Got my computer ready to download the album. Got my Adam songs in a playlist. Should be a fun day.

Also have to say that after reading all the reviews seems like Adam is averaging a solid B ; B+ with mostly favorables and only a few negative bringing down the averages. Not bad at all – especially when music is one of the MOST subjective things out there, second only to art maybe.

Can’t wait for his performance, should be a blast for the senses. I remember when the camera hit him all lit up with blue light, singing Beth at the AI finale, standing in those big ole platform boots and rhinestone wings right in front of the audience. He looked like he was born to be there – I am sure tonight will be another of those moments.

Okay I just have to say, I actually really LOVE Sure Fire Winners. I mean, really like it and I HATED the 30 second clip. It’s opening beat actually reminded me of Missy Elliot (wasn’t surprising to me considering that Adam has says that he adores Missy), it has some rock, it has some glam, some club, his vocals are siiickk in it, I think if there is just one song that actually manages to fuse a variety of styles together in a way that is actually different, this would be the song that does it. I mean I flove other songs on the album, but that song is really good in managing to fuse things together I wouldn’t have thought could go together. And yeah, I can hear where Adam said he was stretched the most vocally in that song, quite the range.

I think the repitition of chorus, which I actually don’t mind (do you know how many times We Are The Champions is repeated in the song?) may be overshadowing a lot of other cool stuff.

Oh and Michelle Collin’s EXCELLENT review of FYE was right on the money with the Scissor Sisters vibe on Fever. Which is one of many reasons the song rocks for me. Scissor Sisters rock. Sad they haven’t been able to achieve real success in the US.

I live in California so will my iTunes download be ready at 12:00 AM Eastern Standard Time (which is 9:00 PM here)???

Truthiness
11/22/2009 at 3:51 pm

Okay I just have to say, I actually really LOVE Sure Fire Winners. I mean, really like it and I HATED the 30 second clip. It’s opening beat actually reminded me of Missy Elliot (wasn’t surprising to me considering that Adam has says that he adores Missy), it has some rock, it has some glam, some club, his vocals are siiickk in it, I think if there is just one song that actually manages to fuse a variety of styles together in a way that is actually different, this would be the song that does it. I mean I flove other songs on the album, but that song is really good in managing to fuse things together I wouldn’t have thought could go together. And yeah, I can hear where Adam said he was strectched the most vocally in that song, quite the range.

Thanks for voicing my thought on SFW……I flove that song and all around it is my favorite song on the Album. (I also agree with you earlier assessment of WYWFM, I still am not that crazy about it but I am constantly humming it. Confused?)

Here’s a preview of DC at R&K from Twitter.
http://www.twitvid.com/8D37E

Add me to the loving SFW chorus. That song had me enthralled from its funky dunky opening beat. The you throw in the rock wail and Led Zeppelin guitar riffs and well – hello, what’s not to love.

Truthiness I am also with you in your love for Scissor Sisters. “I don’t feel like dancing” was one of my favorite bop tracks of the last few years – there is no way to listen to that song and stay in a bad mood. LOL

On anyone else’s album Aftermath would be a standout, but on Adam’s awesome album it’s my least favorite track, although I don’t dislike it. I felt a little bad about that, given it’s positive message and the fact that Adam wrote it so I’m happy to hear that others here love it! I just wish Master Plan was on the CD. Love love love the album, faces include Fever – which sounds like a huge hit – and the beautiful Broken Open. Broken Open should find it’s way onto a movie soundtrack or something, it’s too hauntingly beautiful to be missed.

Got a message from a friend a few days ago inviting me to her dinner party this evening. Left her a vmail back that I’d have to leave early to be home for the AMAs, without mentioning who was on the show. She called today to say that she is moving her dinner up to a ridiculously early time to accommodate me “even though I know we are all being upstaged by a gay man!”. After Adam’s promo tour starts she’ll find out that Resistance. Is. Futile.

Seeing this tweet go around: FYE US IMPORT IS SOLD OUT ON AMAZON JAPAN & AMAZON GERMANY expect 2-6 week delay for new orders.
I just report the news, I don’t fact-check.
LOL.

Bowie1
11/22/2009 at 3:46 pm

I downloaded my bonus songs from AO and I guess there is no way I can combine them to my Itune palylist? I am new at all this downloading music and Itunes thing so I hope that wasn’t a completely rediculous questions to ask! I just would like to keep all my music together so I could listen to all of it at one time.

Right-click on your song icon and select “Open with…”, then choose Itunes. Then it will be in your library and you can add it to your playlist, Ipod, etc.

Here’s a preview of DC at R&K from Twitter.
http://www.twitvid.com/8D37E

Wow, thanks! Next best thing to being there hanging outside the doors of the taping wishing you could be in the actual theater.

thedavidcook: Give ‘em hell, @krisallen

David gives a shout out to Kris. (He’s a tweet freak today.)

I checked out the AO and it’s awesome — so Adamized. I’m new to this IDol crayness but can’t help but smile at this:

http://www.examiner.com/x-1988-Miami-and-Fort-Lauderdale-Performing-Arts-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Glamberts-of-the-world-unite-to-show-Adam-their-painted-love

Here’s a preview of DC at R&K from Twitter.

Woah! Great sound on that clip.

suebrody, did you mean Broken open or A Loaded Smile? Broken Open seriously brings me to tears. If I had to pick ONE fave from the album, which is ridiculous for me, but anyway, that’s probably it. It’s like an “Under Pressure” moment for me.

Thanks kittensmittens! I’m going to go try it right now!

I was watching that video posted here, “Mater Plan-AMA”. It was really well done. I kept replaying it!!

Whooa! I meant “Master Plan”…couldn’t edit!!

Yeah, I am kinda upset that MP is not a regular track on the CD. Is the deluxe version on itunes only for preorders or can you buy it after tomorrow?

I am also with you in your love for Scissor Sisters. ‘I don’t feel like dancing’  was one of my favorite bop tracks of the last few years ‘“ there is no way to listen to that song and stay in a bad mood. LOL

“Filthy and Gorgeous,” was my jam for the longest time. Even my one of my Conservative, best friend boys who listened to the Scissor Sister’s versions of “Comfortably Numb,” and who is a Pink Floyd fan, actually liked their version when we heard it during lunch one day at one of our places. I couldn’t believe it. And he liked most of the rest of Scissor Sisters music, which shocked me. But I think they’re good and interesting and that if just given a chance, people could like them.

And that is my larger point, I think there is a lot of good music on Adam’s album, and other AIers, but sometimes they get the whole AI stigma so they don’t get played, or the music that is created is, as we all know, done in a VERY short time frame, usually done strictly looking to a short term commerical return, with eyes to a longer commerical return, and little to artistry, either short or long term. And I think that most of the guys on AI can really sing, unlike most of the rest of popular music these days, so it’s a shame they aren’t given more acceptance and/or opportunties to explore their collective artistry.

Just wanted to put this up about the movie 2012

Worldwide, “2012″ has taken in $449.8 million. ($108 million US)

That is in 10 days…does not sound like a flop to me. Now if only my predictions carry over to FYE album sales…..(fingers crossed, Rabbits foot in hand, Four Leaf clover behind ear, Dolphins pendant on shirt, Elephant key chain in pocket, and the 100 or so broken wishbones that went in my favor) (Hey it worked with the movie)

Both Amazon Germany and Amazon Japan give at least 3 weeks for shipment of FYE. The album is not ranked very high so I doubt it is because it is sold out. I will be very happy if I am wrong though.

I see my joke failed. I was poking fun that Out may try and say Adam is de-gaying himself again

LOL, oh, sorry for not getting that. Sometimes hard to read for tone when there are actual crazies “out” there.

I LIKED 2012. Went for Adam but enjoyed all the disaster. Too bad everyone (but me) left before the credits. They could have started the song minutes before the movie ended. It would have fit. So unfortunately I don’t see this helping the song because very few heard it. Waste!

Sure fire winners hit repeat sure fire winners hit repeat over and over and over.

Went to 2012 yesterday. Was planning to go anyway and Adam was just icing on a delicious disaster porn cake.

Not to spoil ending for anyone who hasn’t seen it but I loved where the refugees were headed to Africa – nice political statement there Roland. Laughed my ass off that no matter the special effects it always comes down to some guy underwater unjamming the winch to save humanity…

I always stay for end credits of a movie (just seems respectful seeing they all put in the hours to make it) so heard the song in hi-def along with a handful of others who likewise probably always stay (and no I didn’t poll them to find out if they were Adam fans LOL).

It would have fit. So unfortunately I don’t see this helping the song because very few heard it. Waste!

I still don’t get, why they are not use the movie as an entry to the international market and push Adam’s video for TFM there.
I always thought that was the intent for the video, but as far as I can tell there is nothing going on.

Keep in mind that past hit singles from movies (my heart will go on; don’t want to miss a thing; etc) didn’t become huge hits until well after the movie had opened, months I think, so not sure there is even expected to be a relationship between the movie success and the song success. But then I know next to nothing about this stuff LOL.

KrisAllen
Bout to get ready for the AMA. Presenting tonight! about 2 hours ago from Echofon

thedavidcook
Give ‘em hell, @krisallen about 1 hour ago from mobile web

KrisAllen
@thedavidcook will do. 27 minutes ago from Echofon

I wish David could be there too. A big AI family.

Hey SueBrody.. where did you get the info about the acapella beginning? Thanks!

That is in 10 days’ ¦does not sound like a flop to me.

No, not a flop, but not the most anticipated movie of the year as it was advertised.

Alli’s supposed to be doing promo in front of “New Moon” in cinemas (has anybody seen these promos?), and that puppy took in 140.7M in one 3 days and topping 2012 already. I never thought 2012 would flop (it’s disaster porn), I just took exception to the “most anticipated” tagline it had. And I’ve never even read one of those Twilight books or seen either movie (it’s just that the “New Moon” buzz was off the charts). Twilight pulled in 118M internationally.

2012 will be third for this weekend, so it’s got some legs.

I…er…did not like 2012.

Back for RC Streaming; watching Patriots game now. Multi-tasking, gah!!!

WOOT FOR THE IDOLS!!! And Lyndsey Parker looks awesome (she tweeted).

Hey SueBrody.. where did you get the info about the acapella beginning? Thanks!

No, I just guessed, from him singing in the rehearsals, and my wishful thinking.

NO ONE STAYED for TfM, but you could barely hear it, and I think people were just tired of the corny ending *me* and wanted out. I said, hey people, stay, but no, and it wasn’t loud enough, IMO. Needed the video, dammit!!!

*back to Patriots game* *winning* *go pats* *beat jets*

No, not a flop, but not the most anticipated movie of the year as it was advertised.

Ehh, it was never the most anticipated… rewriting history here. It was always feared to not make a lot of profit, but gladly it did make profit.

I just took exception to the ‘most anticipated’  tagline it had.

Advertising execs get paid a lot of money to come up with those hyperbolic tag lines….and I’m afraid they’ve been around and will stay around as long as advertising continues to blossom. And isn’t every end of the season sporting event the “most anticipated” and don’t every Olympics have the greatest atheletes, and doesn’t every toothpaste get your teeth the “whitest”. If we believed every tagline and took it at face value advertising would become a lost art. Oh well…different strokes.

Jendr, we found a blog entry about Adams team seaking out Bowies pianist to write a new intro for the song. Also photos have been posted where he stands all alone on the stage I think, probably before everything kicks in, or maybe it is showing the end.

ah ok thanks. Someone else told me that there were reports on Hoopla that he rehearsed recently with Bowie’s pianist so maybe….

No, not a flop, but not the most anticipated movie of the year as it was advertised.

I like you Kristen, but come on how many movies use this byline. At least it is a success!!! Which you did acknowledge!!!

Paula and Ryan are presenting tonight too, they both tweeted. Paula is the first presenter and Ryan is close to last or the last presenter.

This is the post we were talking about;

me and adam went to the studio of the david bowie piano legend mike garson who is my hero ( been with bowie since the ziggy years) creating a show intro and watching him play with adam singing together was such a musical treat’ ¦so watch the american music awards cuz its gonna be HUGE!!

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=3474371&blogId=518607071

YT video putting AMA rehearsal pictures to Master Plan:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_b1ylzdHoRg&feature=player_embedded#

Love this — Thanks for posting!

My very sweet, understanding hubby just told me he is going to DVR the show tonight “just in case I fall asleep.” LOL LOL LOL
Like that would really happen!!
Between you and me (and the world I guess), I think he just wants to have Lady GaGa on tape — he is a big fan! *wink wink*

A lot of people said 2012 would flop and it would be terrible for adam’s career to be associated to it. Discussion was never wheter it would or not be second to New Moon. Nobody ever had a doubt about New Moon.

Maybe Bowie is going to show up and do something with Adam, maybe that’s why people think this is going to be so huge. A girl can dream, lol.

Mila
11/22/2009 at 5:26 pm

A lot of people said 2012 would flop and it would be terrible for adam’s career to be associated to it. Discussion was never wheter it would or not be second to New Moon. Nobody ever had a doubt about New Moon.

Exactly! and all I was pointing out is it did not flop which was the predictions by some and those who thought it would do well were considered delusional! (ok maybe a little exaggerated but along those lines )

Sagas, that Blog could also be saying that the Bowie piano dude will be working on Adam’s performance, as well as separately working on an intro to the show. I certainly hope your interpretation is correct though, anything to show off Adam’s magnificent pipes!

My lately discovered, but utter love for Sure Fire Winners will make me as cranky as I normally am for the the Scissor Sisters not being popular if Adam can’t be ultimately popular. I mean really, just for the song alone, I want Adam to have success. I like other songs maybe even more, but damn if that song doesn’t make me believe in him as an actual artist who might be able to create some actually new stuff. Creating something new is or even new-ish hard, but that song did it for me. Hard rock (1:49 to 2:12 then again at 2:40-2:54) and some riffing, which as a Jazz fan, I love, some Missy Elliot type of beats that begin and end it (very sparse, might I add) lots of actual Glam rock sensibility throughout and sound mixed with the rest. If I had to give one song in terms of actually living up to the hype (which mostly annoys the ever living CRAP out of me) this would be it. And I like it more after serveral plays than I did the first, any yet it still might not be my personal favourite, but damn if that song just doesn’t strike me as everything that Adam wanted to do.

2012 has good and bad news. It’s doing well at the box office. Bad news- nobody bothers to stay for the credits and TfM the song is going nowhere. I’ve read some decent reviews of 2012 and may even rent it (or at least watch it on HBO when they finally show it.)

What’s going on with the TfM video? Is it being used for promo anywhere? I haven’t heard much about it lately. (Although I think TfM did get some AC adds this week. So maybe it’ll get some radio play after all.)

While I have seen allegations that this happened, I have never seen anyone say that 2012 flopping would harm AL’s career. That would be quite a claim, if it were ever made, and I can’t believe that anyone would have given any credence to someone making such a claim.

What I have seen are statements that 2012 seemed unlikely to do well enough in the US to recoup its costs of production and US promo. Based on last week’s numbers, those statements stand a pretty good chance of being correct.

My lately discovered, but utter love for Sure Fire Winners will make me as cranky as I normally am for the the Scissor Sisters not being popular if Adam can’t be ultimately popular.

This is one of my favorites on Adam’s album too

While I have seen allegations that this happened, I have never seen anyone say that 2012 flopping would harm AL’s career. That would be quite a claim, if it were ever made, and I can’t believe that anyone would have given any credence to someone making such a claim.

Online I’ve read people say this. In real life though no, I never heard anyone say it.

If I had to give one song in terms of actually living up to the hype (which mostly annoys the ever living CRAP out of me) this would be it.

Truthiness my absolute fav part of SFW is when he goes full on rock wail and then right following it descends back into the funky beat (at 2.07). Is one of the best parts of the song – that change up throughout it and yes it is unique – doesn’t sound like anything on the radio right now but has all the pieces of other things that are, if that makes any sense LOL

The Paps and fans would go into a total spin if he showed up with Kris

Oh please……I would expect Kris to bring Katy. If Adam and Kris turned up together, I would throw my hands in the air and say they deserve everything they get from Kradam.

Truthiness – I agree. SFW completely encompasses everything adam said he was trying to do. It really seems to reflect his sensibility.

Awwwww…

jambajim @adamlambert BREAK A LEG!! Cannot wait to see what you unleash on stage in your epic awards show debut! Tonite the AMAs, tomorrow the world!

And, SFW is possibly my favorite track on FYE!!!

Hey, I got it! I think I know why they are saving Adam for last tonight.
They expect him to blow the roof off the place! Hee hee’ ¦..

Hee Hee all you want. He is there and he is performing. Hard to blow the roof off from a chair in the audience.

jambajim @adamlambert BREAK A LEG!! Cannot wait to see what you unleash on stage in your epic awards show debut! Tonite the AMAs, tomorrow the world!

Very nice of Jim!

Hey, I got it! I think I know why they are saving Adam for last tonight.
They expect him to blow the roof off the place! Hee hee’ ¦..

Hee Hee all you want. He is there and he is performing.

Yes, I know. I actually meant the comment to have a literal interpretation — like the roof would be gone, and it would have to be the end of the show. That is all — not that deep.

I don’t think this cute twitpic from David Cook was posted. DC & gang in Vegas
http://twitpic.com/qjd70
& another
http://twitpic.com/qjer0
& from Regis & Kelly
http://twitpic.com/qit6z
Since the 2012 movie is mentioned so much here, I wonder if anyone else saw the spoof of its trailer on SNL last night. It’s on this clip, after Joseph Gordon-Leavitt’s wonderful opening number (the same one David Cook did in high school, for AI trivia buffs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaq1dLdtz_M

While I have seen allegations that this happened, I have never seen anyone say that 2012 flopping would harm AL’s career. That would be quite a claim, if it were ever made, and I can’t believe that anyone would have given any credence to someone making such a claim.

Online I’ve read people say this. In real life though no, I never heard anyone say it.

Yep, I saw it here many times. I never thought it made any sense.
My take is it was good publicity. Doing a soundtrack for a movie is just another way to get your name out there. I’m fairly certain Kris nor Cook would have passed up an opportunity like this.
Twilight is HUGE! I always knew it would be. But, 2012 plays to a different audience. (or to some who wouldn’t go see Twilight) So, there is room for both.

Truthiness my absolute fav part of SFW is when he goes full on rock wail and then right following it descends back into the funky beat (at 2.07). Is one of the best parts of the song ‘“ that change up throughout it and yes it is unique ‘“ doesn’t sound like anything on the radio right now but has all the pieces of other things that are, if that makes any sense LOL

Makes sense to me, I was listening to it (yet again) and how he can go from the rock wail (which is layered with only his voice, like how Prince used to do it) and then go from all that layered amazingness (hard rock to electronic, to riffing, to all of that combined) to just the last simple beat with his voice at the end, is what makes it for me. Again, it’s more than you think it’s going to actually going to be, and only listening to it with some decent headphones and time, just allowed me to really go ‘whoa.’

While I have seen allegations that this happened, I have never seen anyone say that 2012 flopping would harm AL’s career. That would be quite a claim, if it were ever made, and I can’t believe that anyone would have given any credence to someone making such a claim.

It happened my friend. In this very blog. A few times explicitly, a lot of times not directly, several people insisting that it would flop.

Honestly. flop or success, the song seems to have not benefited from the film much. Pretty meh sales. No radio presence at all.

I thought the movie looked like a flop but I was wrong. But so was Brian May who predicted TfM would be a sure fire #1.

I still don’t get, why they are not use the movie as an entry to the international market and push Adam’s video for TFM there.
I always thought that was the intent for the video, but as far as I can tell there is nothing going on.

The song was recorded for the movie only. That is all Sony was interested in. The big money was in the movie not the song.

It happened my friend. In this very blog. A few times explicitly, a lot of times not directly, several people insisting that it would flop.

A few people thought 2012 the movie would flop. I can’t recall anyone saying it would ruin Adam’s career. If there were, it was one person, maybe two. The pile-on afterward, I’m sure, was many times bigger, as it usually happens.

Like last night, 2 or 3 people talked about Adam’s career failing. I won’t be surprised to see somebody post later about the “many people on the blog who want to see Adam’s career fail.”

This stuff is always exaggerated. And I really hate for this kind of meta discussion to take up space in the thread. Let’s stick to discussing the NEWS.

“Alli’s supposed to be doing promo in front of ‘New Moon’  in cinemas (has anybody seen these promos?)”

I watched “New Moon” last night. meeh. (I am in full protective gear, as i speak write). About alli’s promo…seen and heard nothing. nada. wtf.

Well, today’s big event has finished — the debut of Allison’s album at Torrid stores around the US. My daughter and I heard it this afternoon at our local store. Not the best environment to pay close attention to an album, and it seemed to go by incredibly quickly, but it sounded good and I can’t wait to get it on the headphones! Some notes for my fellow fans:

Based on the 30-second clips, I had a feeling that D Is For Dangerous would be a favorite of mine, and it is, quite possibly my co-favorite along with Trouble Is, WHICH IS GORGEOUS!!

Don’t Waste The Pretty was another I thought would be a favorite, and of course the radio tour acoustic performances a few days ago didn’t change my mind about that. And sure enough, it’s awesome. She really wails in the bridge, just like in the acoustic performances, as well as on the outride. Also, if you’ve heard the acoustic performances, you know the rapid-fire repetition of the title line toward the end — those are in the album version too, as backing harmony.

I frankly wasn’t swooning over the clip of Scars, but I found the full track to be more beautiful, as I hoped.

Pieces has an interesting bridge.

She wails on Still Breathing.

I wasn’t wild about the clip of No One Else, and I’d still put it in the bottom half. But there’s a cool surprise waiting for you in the bridge that I promise will make you go, “Whoa! WTF?!”

Beat Me Up is as fun as expected, very rockin, with a great ending. Not sure it’s going to be near the top of my list, though.

I really like You Don’t Know Me, and I’m very glad because it’s the one she co-wrote. Might end up as one of my favorites.

This wasn’t the deluxe version of the album, so we didn’t hear El Viernes Te Olvido Yo or Don’t Wanna Be Wrong — bummer. But a good time — and my daughter found a cool hat that we bought!

This stuff is always exaggerated. And I really hate for this kind of meta discussion to take up space in the thread. Let’s stick to discussing the NEWS.

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Discussion was never wheter it would or not be second to New Moon.

It was part of the discussion, because I always brought it in. They were both filmed near where I live and I could tell the difference in buzz factor between the two for the last year. A few people posted that “2012″ would be the biggest film left to come out this year. I never disputed it would be big. I just thought it would be not as big as “New Moon”.

Both Alli and Adam are associated with big box office draws, so it’s all good.

JohnM
She wails on Still Breathing.

Thanks for the Allison review, JohnM! Glad to hear about wailing on Still Breathing – one of my favs from the clips. And I know I’ll love JLY and DWTP based on the acoustic performances. Really glad to hear good things about “D” and “You Don’t Know Me”, too.

Couldn’t attend myself… hoping it streams this week sometime.

Don’t Waste The Pretty was another I thought would be a favorite, and of course the radio tour acoustic performances a few days ago didn’t change my mind about that. And sure enough, it’s awesome.

Yay! Thanks for the preview, JohnM. I love Don’t Waste the Pretty — that acoustic performance blew me away — and I’m glad to hear the full blown version sounded good.

After hearing the snippet of No One Else, I had commented that I thought any competent singer would sound good singing it, but that Allison’s voice made it much more than just a pretty-pretty tune. Glad to hear there’s even more to it than I thought.

G’wan Allison. Knock my socks off! (It won’t be hard — my socks started unraveling at the first notes of I Can’t Make You Love Me…)

alli lurker: Glad to hear about wailing on Still Breathing ‘“ one of my favs from the clips.

In my case, I was very conflicted about that clip, because I felt the chorus was ridiculously over-produced but I loved the verse. Still have a problem with the over-produced chorus, but happy about the rest!

MollyAnnMay: After hearing the snippet of No One Else, I had commented that I thought any competent singer would sound good singing it, but that Allison’s voice made it much more than just a pretty-pretty tune.

Yeah, I remember when you said that, and frankly I disagree — I think the jumps between low and high in the melody make it a bit of a challenge. Then again, I’m an instrumentalist, not a singer. Well, and you did say “any competent singer”, so maybe just forget I said that!

I like your description of it as a pretty-pretty tune. I’d been trying to come up with my own description, and the best I can do is that it seems like kind of a cliche-pretty song. But I do very much like the chord progression in the clip — kind of a sucker for some of those pop devices (see Wilson, Brian; Rundgren, Todd).

Glad to hear there’s even more to it than I thought.

Well, I will say that the surprise I mentioned doesn’t have anything to do with her singing — it’s instrumental.

This is from Nov 16, this weekend’s results are not yet in. I’m sure New Moon will smash all competition but to call 2012 a flop is hyperbole or to put it more bluntly bull***t.

“Detonating atop the weekend box office, 2012 swept in with $65.2 million on approximately 6,500 screens at 3,404 sites, ranking as the seventh highest grossing November debut ever.”

Well, and you did say ‘any competent singer’ 

Heh! Yes, the qualifier in this case is important.

But I do very much like the chord progression in the clip ‘” kind of a sucker for some of those pop devices (see Wilson, Brian; Rundgren, Todd).

Oh yes, me too. Just because something is pretty, in the right hands (or voice, I guess, or even a combination thereof) it doesn’t have to be shallow. And it’s funny you should mention Todd Rundgren — I recently bought digital versions of a couple of his songs while trying to put together digital versions of some of my old mix tapes and after re-listening, went back and bought some CDs. Such terrific melodies.

Well, I will say that the surprise I mentioned doesn’t have anything to do with her singing ‘” it’s instrumental.

Not a problem — I just hope her band will be able to pick up whatever it is and run with it. I am really eager to hear them live. I like what I’ve heard of her guitar player.

John M–thanks for the update on Allison’s album. After hearing the acoustic performance MJ posted last week, I am very excited to hear the whole product. I wasn’t planning to purchase any AI8 albums, but I think Allison has won me over.

WOW….Kelly Clarkson is going to be a hard act to follow. AMAZING.