Kris Allen, Adam Lambert and David Cook ABC News Radio Interview

Is David Cook scared of glitter? LOL

Sounded a little like Cook was knocking Adam’s part of the tour. I personally like the glitter.

LOL! Cookie: No glitter here! love him!

It’s funny that Adam’s labelmates like cook and Daughtry knock him down. Kelly said her fav was Kris. That’s strange for those RCA idols.

Uh-oh! Cookie vs Adam fan war in 5, 4, 3, 2…. :laugh_tb:

Is David Cook scared of glitter?

I’m not gonna lie, I’m scared of glitter…

ETA: is there glitter in Adam’s set?

So I love Kris’ chill, laid back demeanor, and he seems like a great guy, but sometimes his interview responses seem so jumbled.

I think they’ll miss the heartfelt thing that she gives.

The heartfelt thing that she gives? And the constant use of “like, srsly”… heh, I mean, I sometimes talk like that to my friends but not professionally, i.e., if I am being interviewed. I enjoyed him on Leno and Jimmy Fallon and with Slezak– it’s just sometimes he seems more at ease than others. Hopefully he continues to improve with these.

Btw, MJ, any link to the actual interviews?

David Cook is on the road through November, and he says he’s proud of the fact that his show has no gimmicks or special effects ‘“ it’s just music. As he puts it, ‘If you want to come out and see, y’know, fifty pounds of glitter dumped on an audience, we’re not the show for that. I think what we bring to the table is, we try to eliminate that buffer, you know. We’ll play some songs, we’ll talk to the audience, talk to each other, crack jokes on each other’ ¦we try to make it as much of a conversation as we possibly can.’ 

David is explaining who he is. He is not a glam rocker and that is all he is saying. If you have been to his show you know what he means. His show is like a conversation and that is a good way to put it. He has an ongoing conversation with the audience throughout the show musically and with his banter. Love him.

Uh-oh! Cookie vs Adam fan war in 5, 4, 3, 2′ ¦.

Haha, no kidding. These guys can say all day long that they like and respect each other, but it doesn’t seem to matter one bit.

Eh, I don’t see it as a diss to Adam at all. He’s reinforcing what his show is like not denigrating anyone elses. David’s had really nice things to say about both Adam and Kris in interviews and he seems to like them both. I mean, really, they are TOTALLY different types of artists, so it’s not a diss. Adam has said that David has given him really good advice, so I’m sure it’s all friends between them. I also don’t think Daughtry and Kelly (hadn’t read about her) saying that Kris is their favorite is a diss on Adam either. There were other past idols who preferred Adam include Blake, Melinda and Jordan. I didn’t consider their preference a dig against Kris at all. Different strokes, that’s all.

I saw David in concert and really, he would look ridiculous in glitter. Not everyone can wear it as well as Adam

Edited to add: However, David can definitely rock the eyeliner…hot!

It’s funny that Adam’s labelmates like cook and Daughtry knock him down. Kelly said her fav was Kris. That’s strange for those RCA idols.

I don’t think they are knocking him down. Cook chose Adam and Kris as his 2 faves during the season. Daughtry and Kelly chose Kris during the season when neither Adam or Kris was on a label. And no one says an artist has to like everyone on the same label as them. For example, I think I’ve read that Justin timberlake is very anti all of the American Idol stuff but he is on the same label (Jive) as Jordin, Archie, Kris and Allison

Btw, MJ, any link to the actual interviews?

No. Sorry. I was emailed the cuts.

MJ, I think you meant to say Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series.

I saw David in concert and really, he would look ridiculous in glitter. Not everyone can wear it as well as Adam

Yes, David would look pretty silly in glitter . He likes his stripped down shows where he can chat – and he does like to chat. David glitter would freak me out, badly. And dumping anything on me at his show would also freak me out.

Adam and David are *way* different, and I like them that way. I didn’t need David Cook 2.0, I have David Cook the original. For that matter, I don’t think Kris is a little David Cook either… actually if he sounds like anyone I think he sounds like Keith Urban (and I flove Keith Urban).

What’s everyone talking about re: Cook and Adam? I didn’t read anything from Cook that was derogatory about Adam. I’m sure he would LOVE to be in the audience of an Adam Lambert concert. Cook was merely describing his own show. Arguing that Cook was slamming Adam is like arguing that Placido Domingo is slamming Rihanna if he says “I don’t sing pop.” Ridiculous.

ETA: is there glitter in Adam’s set?

Except the stuff on Adam’s eyelids, no.

The world does not revolve around Adam and it’s kinda silly to use what David Cook is saying as a knock to him. Some people like having all these effects on stage, but for Cook, it’s all about the music and I like it that way too.

The only glitter on Adam’s set is on his eyelids, lol. I think Adam has made it clear more than once that he puts on a visual show as well as an audio one. It’s not for everybody, but neither is Cook’s brand of entertainment. It’s a shame he had to knock Adam so directly. I guess we know who he considers a worthy competitor.

ETA: is there glitter in Adam’s set?

I would think the glitter will wait until Adam is on his own tour

I was going to ask the same question r/e Adam and glitter — I wasn’t aware that his current set involved dumping glitter on everyone . So, yeah, that’s a stretch that it’s a diss.

Cook chose Adam and Kris as his 2 faves during the season.

I saw an interview at some point where he said he loved Normund Gentle, lol.

Cook never slams anyone. He has also always refused to chose a season 8 favorite, that’s how he is. He was describing his own style, it doesn’t mean that he dislikes other styles.

Excuse me, David Cook! It sounds as if he’s putting Adam down. Why does he even have to mention that his show does not include ALL that GLITTER. There is no need for that.

Kris is so adorable and even though he sometimes ‘jumbles’ his response (as someone else commented), I love him!

In my personal opinion, Adam is the best AI contestant, ever.
Rock on, Adam baby! Forever a devoted fan. :clap_tb:

Does David still wear guy liner during his shows? Or has he abandoned that?

There was nothing, not one thing about Adam in David Cook’s statement. He may have been thinking of Lady Gaga or just throwing it out there as an example of what he is not. He was explaining what his show was about, he was talking about himself not anyone else. YMMV

What’s everyone talking about re: Cook and Adam? I didn’t read anything from Cook that was derogatory about Adam.

Neither do I. But the comments so far don’t surprise me. At all. Sadly.

Why does he even have to mention that his show does not include ALL that GLITTER. There is no need for that.

We don’t have the whole context of the quote. Since I’ve never heard him bring up the “spareness” of his set, I would guess that he was asked a question about it.

And I *really* doubt he’s dissing Adam, considering I’ve never heard him say in an article or interview a bad word about any of the Idols, his season or this one.

tinawina and tierbee: my thoughts exactly. Hold on to your butts!

It’s a shame he had to knock Adam so directly.

Not a direct knock at all. Cook doesn’t diss other musicians – he’d be stupid to do it, and if there’ s anything he’s not, it’s stupid.

As for why some of the other Idols prefer Kris, maybe they just find more in common with him. That’s not a reflection on either them or Adam.

From the videos I’ve seen there seems to be no glitter in Adam’s set so I’m not sure how David Cook’s comment that his show has no glitter is a slam against Adam? I took it more as him pointing out that you’re not going to see the special effects at one of his shows that you would get at one of the big name pop acts.

Seems like most of the AI alumni will be missing Paula. She was really the heart of the show, that panel will definitely miss her soft touch.

Good lord, David Cook was not dissing Adam anymore than Kris is dissing Adam when he says that his style of music and performance is nothing like Adam’s. He is simply defining what his show is and is not.

David has said previously that he has a lot of respect for both Kris and Adam.

I think it reads as a diss because in AI universe glitter is directly linked to Adam as a signature word. Cook never talked about if his show needs to be glitter or not, and he suddenly begin to care? Not wise, Cook. His frau fanbase–the inappropriate obsessive, screaming part of fans, are now fans of Adam. I just feel weird that Daughtry and Cook do this so directly given they are all in RCA. It could be a resource competition thing.

It’s a shame he had to knock Adam so directly.

A *direct* knock? Wow, creative use of “direct”. It’s stretching a lot to try to make this an indirect knock (cuz of the glitter on Adam’s eyelids? Um, okay), but to hear a direct knock is interesting.

Arguing that Cook was slamming Adam is like arguing that Placido Domingo is slamming Rihanna if he says ‘I don’t sing pop.’  Ridiculous.

Well said. DC wasn’t even knocking the performers who do dump glitter on everyone– he was merely saying that he doesn’t do it. You can be proud of what you do, and still appreciate, respect, or even like those who do differently.

Good lord, David Cook was not dissing Adam anymore than Kris is dissing Adam when he says that his style of music and performance is nothing like Adam’s. He is simply defining what his show is and is not.

David has said previously that he has a lot of respect for both Kris and Adam.

This. Not everything anyone says can be directly related to how they feel about Adam. Cook, Kris and Adam are 3 different types of performers – though there was the cute Cook interview on yahoo music where they decided that Cook is the result if you would combine Kris and Adam (lol)

“The audience is throwing amazing positive energy our way, and it’s an exchange.”

That’s not all they’re throwing!

‘I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.’ 

More we know, we know we want more!
From the Bowie medley I like Life on Mars the most but he is rather referring to Fame/Lets dance type of songs.
Muse direction is mysterious to me.
It would be great if also WLL could “nod” to some of the songs.

I love Cook, but I still have to wonder about this comment:

As he puts it, ‘If you want to come out and see, y’know, fifty pounds of glitter dumped on an audience, we’re not the show for that.”

Since when does a certain someone dump fifty pond of glitter on the audience? Is that really what Adam’s set is like? Is is just show and no singing or artistry? And we know he’s not talking about Kris…yes, they are completely different artists, and I know Cook has supported both Kris and Adam, but I do take it as bit of a dig. Maybe I’m wrong.

When a performer mentions what he wants HIS OWN show to be about, that is not a knock on any other performer. They each have to be able to talk about what they try to achieve.

I didn’t see any hint that Cook was dissing Adam.

Back to what I’m really interested.

He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.’ 

Bowie medley and Starlight are my favorite in the tour set. The album sounds like something I would like to listen to. Is it October yet?

I think David is referring to tour acts like Britney Spears’ Circus or even the special backdrop light show that goes on behind the idols in the AI tour.

Kelly said her fav was Kris.

When/where did Kelly say her fav was Kris? I thought she said she hadn’t seen much of season 8 to pick a favorite?

Eh. I don’t think Cook was making a dig against Adam. LOL You wouldn’t expect to see glitter at a David Cook Concert.

Adam is into the music and the production. Both types of concerts are fun.

Does David still wear guy liner during his shows? Or has he abandoned that?

ozarka, I have not seen any guyliner on David lately. He looked like a regular dude, albeit a cute one ! I watched some of the AI tour videos back and it made me laugh a bit because he looked like he was playing rockstar dress up, especially at first. I prefer his current look, by a long shot.

I think it reads as a diss because in AI universe glitter is directly linked to Adam as a signature word. Cook never talked about if his show needs to be glitter or not, and he suddenly begin to care?

I would guess that Cook doesn’t live in the AI universe where glitter is a signature Adam word. *I* don’t even live in the AI universe where glitter is a signature Adam word, and I like Adam.

Again, as I mentioned above, you’re right – he has never mentioned how spare his sets are. So, again, it is entirely possible that the interviewer *asked* him about that. He has always been tactful and smart about his interviews and supportive of Adam and Kris in everything I’ve read or watched.

I actually effing hate glitter — and I like Adam. Isn’t that weird? LOL

Given that AL does not dump glitter on his audience, the claim that DC’s quote is a dig against him is a real stretch. All he’s saying is what his show is like. If you want Lady Gaga or Katy Perry, you won’t get it at his show. That’s it.

On a more cheerful note, this does give me a chance to link to my recap from the Nokia and GMA shows, which includes a link to my Nokia videos.

http://www.davidcookofficial.com/us/blog/womens-networking-ftmfw-or-how-i-learned-stop-worrying-and-love-yak

I really doubt that David Cook has Adam Lambert in his thoughts during every waking minute like some other people might. I also doubt that he is aware of any specific act that dumps 50 pounds of glitter on their audiences. He was probably just using hyperbole to make a point that his show is not all slick and shiny.

Since when does a certain someone dump fifty pond of glitter on the audience?

He doesn’t. Which is why the comment is not about a certain someone, IMO.

If he had said balloons instead of glitter, I don’t think this would be an issue. But since Adam owns the word “glitter” on the internet, it is taken a certain way.

I don’t think Cook spends that much time on Adam fan sites (or mjs, or rickeys, etc) to know the code words. But that will not matter to the faithful.

I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.

Now THIS is interesting. Hmmm…..

I think it reads as a diss because in AI universe glitter is directly linked to Adam as a signature word.

Right, and DC has so much free time in between doing 100 shows in 6 months, press obligations, charity efforts, and spending time with his friends and family, that he is also steeped in the AI online universe, such that he *must* KNOW glitter = Adam. Huh what? I read a lot of AI online crap and I didn’t know glitter = Adam.

His frau fanbase’“the inappropriate obsessive, screaming part of fans, are now fans of Adam.

Really? If that’s true, maybe this is a good way to say bye bye to them! Heh, I kid.

If he had said balloons instead of glitter, I don’t think this would be an issue.

Then the Coldplay fans would be up in arms! Oh wait, Coldplay fans are normal. Heh. Also, I love those yellow balloons.

All he’s saying is what his show is like. If you want Lady Gaga or Katy Perry, you won’t get it at his show. That’s it.

For the record, DC lurves Katy Perry. But yeah, he’s not coming out of a fruit anytime soon.

Still I prefer self-centered glittery alien over rock friendly jokers.

I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.

Now THIS is interesting. Hmmm’ ¦..

This is the cut that’s worthy of a few hundred comments or so, imo.

I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know,

meaning baby’s gonna sing in a british accent ? :laugh_tb:

Actually, I’d interpret what Cook said in a positive way. It only shows that Adam separates himself from the rest or what is generic. When you go to a concert, you got to have some visuals and put up a show because if you’re only offering the music, then just listen to his CD or the radio. You have to give the people their money’s worth. And this is the kind of concert that people have been looking forward to. I guess Cook’s tour are not in arenas that why it doesn’t require “glitter” which is just right.

Some people would just love to put Adam down because he’s a bit threatening to their idols.

“Still I prefer self-centered glittery alien over rock friendly jokers.”

And I prefer rock friendly jokers over self-centered glittery alien. Variety makes the world go round.

My Gosh – I do not think the David Cook quote was in any way a diss to Adam Lambert! DC has said a number of times how much he admires both Adam and Kris. Are those statements to be negated because of this? Cookie was just describing his show. Wow.

edit: please keep your remarks focused on the subject…I’m trying to avoid a fan war here

I didn’t think anything of it until others pointed it out. Different artist different styles.

His frau fanbase’“the inappropriate obsessive, screaming part of fans, are now fans of Adam.

Um, having been to some of his shows, he can only wish that Adam took them all . That said, MOST of David’s fans at least in my experiences have been fabulous and very sweet and supportive of both David and his opening acts.

I *hate* the term “frau,” though. Hate.

For the record, DC lurves Katy Perry. But yeah, he’s not coming out of a fruit anytime soon.

Ha, true! Though that would be amusing…

FolkFan, I loved your recap! And have to say as an aside that Yammie is very often the highlight of DCO when I’m lurking over there

Adam says that a few of the songs he’s performing on tour are actually giving fans a bit of a sneak preview of his forthcoming album.

That really is an interesting quote, lost in all the glitter! I don’t know if Adam will make music that I will buy, but I’m certainly looking forward to giving it a listen.

meaning baby’s gonna sing in a british accent ? :laugh_tb:

hahahah omg, Could you imagine?

I’m actually kind of fascinated by how he’s describing his album. It seems to be very british-pop like. Which doesn’t usually do very well in the US.

But I happen to love, should be interesting!

Cook must have been responding to a specific question to give that answer. The three boys were sitting together and being interviewed together.

I can’t imagine Cook would diss Adam right in front of him. That being said, it was a strange answer.

I also doubt that he is aware of any specific act that dumps 50 pounds of glitter on their audiences. He was probably just using hyperbole to make a point that his show is not all slick and shiny.

I think that’s exactly it, cheese. He was asked a question, and reached in his mind for a quick hyperbole, one that to his knowledge, no specific act does, because that is typical David Cook, being PC. Even though describing what his show is not shouldn’t be a slam at anyone, he realizes how fans can get, and was trying for an extreme example so no one would be offended. He wouldn’t say balloons cuz Coldplay does that, or climbing out of a fruit, cuz Katy Perry does that, or a circus routine cuz Britney does that. Dumping 50 pounds of glitter is a ridiculous extreme, so he should be safe, right? Oops, guess someone missed the memo that glitter = Adam Lambert in the interwebs. Anyway, it’s not the first time he’s described his shows as being about the music, and eliminating that buffer. Crazy how one additional comment about glitter can cause such reactions.

Wow, peeps, wow….glitter? David Cook how could you? LMAO! Actually totally get your point. You won’t shoot yourself out of a cannon, drape a snake around your neck, etc….you sing, you play, you make small talk, and your fans are happy, glitter just ain’t yo thing! I’m not hatin’ on ya!

As for the substance of Adam’s comments I love the idea that I will hear something like Starlight, and his Bowie medley cause I really want to hear Adam sing…..I also would love to hear his music play in clubs. His take on Let’s Dance is alot of fun.

meaning baby’s gonna sing in a british accent ?

Please, no! I like Adam sometimes, but I can’t get into his vocals on the Starlight (too high!) and the accent in the Bowie medley drives me nuts. I kind of wish he would go full on pop princess or something because his rock vocals are not rock in my universe. But I’m intrigued nevertheless, and I’ll check out whatever he does.

I looked all over the internets for the ABC News Radio interview. No could find. Oh, well.

Yep, very excited to have Adam refer to Muse, b/c the more I hear them, the more I like them. I assume most people know this (I didn’t), but Muse is opening some shows for U2. Maybe Adam will open for U2 someday. I am so intrigued by this album…I have a feeling that it will be different than any other kind of album an Idol has released, and I just hope it isn’t being rushed. Adam doesn’t sound as if it is, b/c he told Elvis that some songs were already “in the can.” I would love at least one ballad (e.g., I Just Love You, Come Home). He has mentioned having one, but I’m not sure, unless he took a song from a band like Muse and slowed it down/changed it up.

Oh, and Cook added so many dates to his tour that I hope one of the venues is in MA (none are listed, are they?).

But I’m intrigued nevertheless, and I’ll check out whatever he does.

Cheese, that’s where I am – I don’t always love everything he does, but he’s so interesting and talented that I’ll still take a look.

This is the cut that’s worthy of a few hundred comments or so, imo.

OF COURSE you would say that, because 80% of the time we share a brain. LOL. GET OUT OF MY HEAD WOMAN! Heh.

But seriously folks… so he might be going rockier than I though he would! Bowie and Muse both have been known to straddle the lines between rock and dance and electronica. Both are fusion oriented… me likey. Now if 19 doesn’t suck all the life and daring out of the songs we might have a little something there.

He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.’ 

This makes sense. Adam stated in the recent radio interview that he’ll be belting rock style vocals with rock/pop/electronic production on some of the songs, which is exactly what the Muse song is. I truly think people who don’t necessarily love Adam’s live version of “Starlight” would dig a recorded version. It’s a very cool song…and without the Muse connection and people making direct comparisons, I think people would love a song in that style. I know I’d love a song in that style from Adam.

By the way, the reporter who sent me these cuts is reading, and is horrified.

The reporter who asked the questions would like to stress to stress that in NO WAY was David Cook slamming Adam Lambert in his answer to the question.

If you saw any of the videos of the Manila concert that Archie and DC did, you’ll see that DC was plenty able to expand his show out to entertain a crowd of tens of thousands. [Estimates of up to 100K.] Still very consistent with his style, but no, you don’t have to have images, props, etc., to reach out to a lot of concertgoers. I still haven’t seem him in any of the larger venues, but the reviews have been positive, which have been great to see.

For me, though, I tend to enjoy shows more where the emphasis is more on vocals and instruments, and not so much on visual spectacle. To each his or her own, you know?

My only thought is that we don’t know what questions were asked, so we shouldn’t assume someone was trying to directly attack another person. If this was the interview I saw (did not hear) following the GMA concert itself, all the guys were sitting next to eachother, so I’m sure no one, especially in that situation, would say something rude about one of the other guys.

This is the cut that’s worthy of a few hundred comments or so, imo.

Sadly, it never works this way. Look at the RS article. You would have thought people would have been talking about the “sex clubs”. But everyone(including the press)ran with the “crush” story. It never makes any sense.

Since when does a certain someone dump fifty pond of glitter on the audience?

If Adam can have his own way, some day he might. Based on his favorite movie, he might dump half of that on himself first.

Hm, how shall I put this… I hardly think David Cook knows or even cares that Adam Lambert’s fans refer to him as the Glittery Alien Unicorn from the Planet Fierce. DC’s rather busy at the moment.

And I was in Central Park for the GMA taping and it was rather obvious how Kris, Adam, and David all seemed to have respect and affection for one another.

And this:

“Wow, peeps, wow’ ¦.glitter? David Cook how could you? LMAO! Actually totally get your point. You won’t shoot yourself out of a cannon, drape a snake around your neck, etc’ ¦.you sing, you play, you make small talk, and your fans are happy, glitter just ain’t yo thing!”

LMAO. Hee. Please don’t tell me Adam wants to shoot out of a canon? LOL.

David Cook has never been critical of Adam. In fact in mid April Cook said this:
The Geneva Sun, after a concert in Joliet reported David saying the following: (Source: Newsday 4/16/09)

Cook, who again appeared on “American Idol” in a taped performance earlier this year, said he has been watching the show and thinks all of the remaining contestants “still got something in the tank.” He singled out singers Kris Allen and Adam Lambert as two that stand out to him.

And as far as I can tell David did not pick either Kris or Adam before the final OR after the final.

David Cook weighs in on Adam vs. Kris (video) May 19, 2009

AND I really don’t think that David Cook was directing that “glitter” comment at Adam, but for someone who is usually very good in interviews, it was an unfortunate comment.

‘If you want to come out and see, y’know, fifty pounds of glitter dumped on an audience, we’re not the show for that.”

The most famous concert with glitter being poured on an audience happens to be the most well know scene in Adam’s favorite movie “Velvet Goldmine” — and a scene that Adam has specifically mentioned in at least two interviews. It just ends up sounding like more than a random “glitter” comment. I hope David clarifies this at some point.

I don’t recall ever seeing Kelly, Archie or Carrie pick a AI8 favorite this year. Clay didn’t seems to be a big Adam fan (ha ha!). Daughtry said he preferred Kris before the vote. Blake picked Adam. But for the most part, I most of the past Idols stayed on the “sidelines” for this one.

ETA: Fantasia picked Danny Gokey.

“Kelly said her fav was Kris.

When/where did Kelly say her fav was Kris? I thought she said she hadn’t seen much of season 8 to pick a favorite?”

- I was asking myself that same question too. I remember that Kelly when interviewed once that he liked the guy who did the Elvis look and did the falsetto. She even thought (in another interview) that it was Adam who won. But who knows…..

Thank you MJ I appreciate the clarification.

I don’t recall ever seeing Kelly, Archie or Carrie pick a AI8 favorite this year.

Kelly’s mom loves Adam tho :wub_tb:

I want to talk about something happy and sweet, like this quote:

Kris Allen says he’s enjoying meeting the fans while on the road, and especially those fans who he’s had a major impact on. ‘There was one girl the other night,’  he says. ‘She was, like, fourteen, and she was a singer-songwriter, played the guitar, and she was, like, ‘You have really inspired me to go after this.”  So that meant a whole lot. A lot of people are like (screaming) ‘KRISS!!!!! Blah Blah.’ But hearing stuff like that and actually meeting that person was so cool.’ 

I love that! I think it’s great that he is getting a chance to meet people who he has inspired to follow their dreams like he has.

Also, Kris’s description of certain fans screaming, “KRISS!!!!! Blah Blah” cracks me up. I think at a certain point, all the yells of “OMG, I LOVE YOU!” just fade away, and he just smiles and poses for pictures and signs autographs. It’s his way of dealing. But

To me – what Cook said about Lambert is very much what Adam and Kris say about each other; they acknowledge that there are HUGE differences between them – and they refuse to be put off or threatened by them. Apples and Oranges.

I started watching Idol because of David Cook. I kept watching because of Adam (& Allison).

Last month Cook played the summer River Festival here in town – and seeing him live was a thrill. There was no glitter. It was a warm and conversational setting. A lot of his jokes fell flat – but I still loved him. There was a buzz – but NOT a lot of energy (though it did get VERY LOUD at times). No guyliner – and I’m quite sure David didn’t change his flannel shirt or comb (wash) his hair before the show. But I didn’t expect that of him. Apples/Oranges. It was a wonderful concert. As we walked home my friend said she couldn’t wait until Adam came to town – beat – and we burst out laughing because if Adam continues the way he is headed (with his glamorous high voltage show) you can bet he will NOT be playing our “River Festival” any time soon.

It will be a thrill to see Kris in concert – and yes – it could very easily be at the River Festival.

Cheers!!
A champagne toast to two amazing singers – David Cook and Adam Lambert.
They are both very definitely class acts!!
Glitter or not!

P.S. A toast and cheers to Mr. Allen, also!

Oh man, sometimes I forget that media types read this blog.

We’re sorry reporter guy. Just ignore us. Making mountains out of molehills is what we do around here. No worries. You didn’t do anything wrong.

**hugs reporter**

I am excited about the part where Adam says he is going for the Bowie/Muse sound. When he talks about electronica, it scares me only because the MFB does NOT interpret that well onto the stage. Maybe with the right musicians it could work, but it hasn’t so far, imho.

As for the Cook comment, sorry, but I feel he was dissing him. He was interviewed right aftger GMA, right? Adams detractors keep talking about his gimmicky stage moves, that he has the better special effects in his intro, etc. That part raised a red flag for me and then the glitter comment just drove it home.

Aw, sorry reporter person! No worries

(Psst… Cookie fans… I brought over a link to David playing with OLP over in the headlines section… I know there are some of you here, thought you might like to see it )

I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.

Well I love Muse and I enjoyed what he did with the Bowie Medley, so I’m cautiously hopeful. I think there is going to be more rock in this than I thought. Hmmm.

And I didn’t think DC was dissing Adam as much as describing what he does. He has a more stripped down show he does and it wouldn’t be him to do otherwise. That’s cool. Adam likes both the music and the visual with his performances, music first though, as he says. I think the difference is that people like Britney and Katy Perry are weak vocally, but put on SHOWS! I would argue, to cover up for the crappy vocals. Adam isn’t going to need to do that. He just wants the visuals to enhance the music.

And again I say, Muse-ish? cool. And single in October? Also interesting and that seems about the normal timeframe for RCA AI singles, yes?

The most famous concert with glitter being poured on an audience happens to be the most well know scene in Adam’s favorite movie ‘Velvet Goldmine’  ‘” and a scene that Adam has specifically mentioned in at least two interviews. It just ends up sounding like more than a random ‘glitter’  comment.

Really? Haven’t seen the movie, and didn’t know glitter being poured on an audience actually happened. Also didn’t know it’s Adam’s favorite movie since I don’t read his interviews. I’m sure DC doesn’t either.

I don’t recall ever seeing Kelly, Archie or Carrie pick a AI8 favorite this year.

Kelly mentioned early in the season that she liked that guy with the guitar, but that was clearly a throwaway comment since she admitted seeing very little. Her preference could’ve changed, who knows. Archie mentioned liking a lot of the cast on his blogs, but it seemed like he really gravitated towards Kris early on. Has Carrie ever picked favorites? Anyway, I feel like very few idols choose a favorite when it gets down to final two. They’re too scared, I think haha. Gotta give it to Daughtry– seems dude has balls.

David would look silly in Adam’s leather spiked jacket and blue eye shadow, all glammed up. But I think, Adam might look cute in worn jeans and checkered shirt, all grunged up.

I like me some Glam sometimes and some grunge other times. It’s all good.

Kanga, booyah! Can’t wait to see Adam’s tour (I know, duh) and am hoping Cook comes thru the Boston area on this next (last?) leg of his tour.

Not sure it matters which former Idol likes/liked one of the current Idols…

MJ, is there any way we can get the audio of the interviews or is it unavailable?

It just ends up sounding like more than a random ‘glitter’  comment. I hope David clarifies this at some point.

Who would have thought that a comment about glitter would be so controversial? Sigh. Now he has to put out a press release explaining what he meant by it. Wow.

I hope everyone reads back to MJ’s comment from the interviewer, who was horrified to find that people had clearly misread David’s statement. I would think that his statement should put the matter to rest, as he was the one doing the interview. Thank you, MJ and interviewer, for sharing that!

I realize we are now all living in a glittery Glambert world, but would a busy star like David know that the word “glitter” has apparently been appropriated as Glambert’s exclusive property, to the extent that all references to it must refer to him? The man is scrambling from concert to concert, doing appearances, changing up his songs every concert, finding a new bass player, bringing a temporary bass player up to speed, dealing with his brother’s death, etc. When would he have time to read the internets to find out about this association? Because that association did not arise during AI, the one time he’d have had any minimal exposure to the man. He’d have had to find it here or on a Glambert site. It would be totally out of character for David to diss another artist. Such a thing has never passed his lips.

I think they’ll miss the heartfelt thing that she gives.

awwww! no matter how imperfect kris’s grammar is, we love him with all our “heartfelt thing” LOL

regarding Adam and Muse, i really do hope he’d put out an album like Muse and was kinda hoping he doesn’t go the Katy Perry or Lady Gaga way! all the vague talk earlier of dance/pop/rock/electro-techno stuff is finally becoming clearer. rock is definitely Adam’s style.

David has said soooooooooooooooooooooo many direct complimentary things about Adam (hey, he loved Ring of Fire, what!) in the media (Cook fans who pick up every Cookie crumb like me take note of these things), and the fact that you won’t find glitter in his shows is taken to be a “direct” hit on Adam? Oy! Take a step back from the ledge now….

Not to mention David is working on new songs continually. Just saying…

When/where did Kelly say her fav was Kris? I thought she said she hadn’t seen much of season 8 to pick a favorite?

i remember reading somewhere (once upon a time) that her favourite was Allison

AND I really don’t think that David Cook was directing that ‘glitter’  comment at Adam, but for someone who is usually very good in interviews, it was an unfortunate comment . . .

The most famous concert with glitter being poured on an audience happens to be the most well know scene in Adam’s favorite movie ‘Velvet Goldmine’  ‘” and a scene that Adam has specifically mentioned in at least two interviews. It just ends up sounding like more than a random ‘glitter’  comment. I hope David clarifies this at some point.

I sincerely hope David Cook feels no need to clarify anything.

1) There is no indication he was talking about Adam in the first place.
2) His statement that HIS show is not the show for you if you are looking for lots of glitter to be dumped on you was not, in any way, shape or form, a DISS on the type of show that dumps a lot of glitter on you. Saying what your show is not is not saying that those shows are bad or stupid or less than yours.

We know that Kris LOVES what Adam does in his set. Kris has said repeatedly that he thinks Adam is an amazing performer. And yet, Kris has said on more than one occasion that he is not going to do what Adam does. Does anyone really think when Kris says that that he is DISSING Adam? No. And neither was David Cook. I see absolutely no need for him to clarify the obvious.

Muse is the way I was hoping Adam would go too. There song style is perfect for his voice and range.

Apparently Adam Lambert is the only artist who has ever used any form of glitter in his concert sets.

I don’t even read David’s comments as being ambiguous. Until Adam unloads 50 pounds of glitter in his sets, then we can start to question Cook a bit.

But apparently there is NO WAY WHATSOEVER that David COULD HAVE POSSIBLY been talking about artists like Gaga and Britney, who uses much glitter.

Oh, and even if he was talking about Adam, how is it a diss? Did he say glitter was stupid?

Hm, I wonder if Adam’s album will be titled “Glitter”.

Oops, Mariah Carey already did that for her movie, “Glitter”. So I guess “Glitter” really belongs to Mariah not Adam. With this line of thinking, maybe David was sekritly making a dig on Mariah? Damn, David. Just avoid using ‘glitter’ moving forward. Heh.

‘At the end of that, the whole place just sings along and is standing up, and everyone’s just screaming,’  he says. ‘So it’s very cool to have people singing along, and you’re up on that big stage, kinda leading it, and I’m actually surprised that a lot of people know that song!’ 

just want to comment on what kris said about Hey Jude! i read a lot of reviews that people dont know Hey Jude during the concerts and can only sing the na na na na part but looks like kris tells a different story. or maybe from the stage the audience reaction is much more magnified than when you’re sitting in the audience yourself.

By the way, the reporter who sent me these cuts is reading, and is horrified.

The reporter who asked the questions would like to stress to stress that in NO WAY was David Cook slamming Adam Lambert in his answer to the question.

I’m not surprised. Poor guy.

By the way, the reporter who sent me these cuts is reading, and is horrified.

The reporter who asked the questions would like to stress to stress that in NO WAY was David Cook slamming Adam Lambert in his answer to the question.

Thanks for the update MJ! I hate the incessant fanwarring. I was fully expecting Adam to come back with “You won’t see me strap on a guitar and just sing, nooooooo sir!” *Please take note: snark*

Seriously, all 3 are cool. I used to hide the fact that I watched this cheesy show. With these kind of Idols, I feel like I have a defensible position LOL, and they can be mentioned in a row with other great artists. There are enough people out there who equate Idols with manufactured pop machine and OTT fandom.

For those wondering, Kelly mentioned Kradison as those she liked probably because Reba McEntire said the same thing.

I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.

That kinda sucks for me because those are the types of songs that I did not enjoy from him and was hoping that this was not the direction he was going in. Oh well.

The world does not revolve around Adam

Thank you.

AI universe glitter is directly linked to Adam as a signature word.

I have a feeling that David Cook has absolutely no idea what AL is referred to in the AI world. He’s been kind of busy lately.

Cook never slams anyone.

Yep. David has never, ever said a degoratory word, either directly or indirectly about ANYONE. He goes out of his way to be neutral, if anything.

Good lord. David is a huge fan of Katy Perry — even wears her concert t-shirts on-stage. If he was not a fan of glittery stage shows, would he mention her so much in interviews? I think the glitter comment was just to convey what his show wasn’t about. It wasn’t even a knock against glittery stage shows because he is obviously a fan of those as well.

And most importantly, WTF would David Cook know about glitter being associated with Adam, much less what Adam’s favorite movie is and what happens in a pivotal scene in it? Seriously? Do you really think he visits AL fan sites? I got the feeling he was fibbing quite a bit already when people asked him whether he kept up with Idol last season. (He was kinda busy — you know, what with being in the midst of a headlining tour that’s played 100 shows in a little over 180 days (not counting TV appearances, interviews, formal M&Gs and travel to the Middle East and Asia, and time off to take care of personal family matters.)) He also never slams anyone — directly or indirectly. Just not his style.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58CJih1iYC0

Based on what Adam has said about his album this is the kind of stuff I anticipate hearing for upbeat dancey type stuff. I think Adam will be a throwback to 70′s glam rock….more than he thinks. I just think the young audience may not know it, yet, but I think it is a sound they will really enjoy and latch on to.

Now if 19 doesn’t suck all the life and daring out of the songs we might have a little something there.

This is it in a nutshell. I’d say that, after seven previous seasons, haven’t they learned this? But then I realize that the big-selling albums they’ve had — Carrie, Daughtry — are every bit as bland and lifeless, if not more so, as the other Idol albums. It’s just that, in those two performers, they had people who were extra good at putting across the blandness in a way that would please fans of a particular music genre.

Adam *might* be a similar case, but I don’t know about that. Seems like fans of Muse=like stuff may simply demand more edge in their stuff than 19 seems likely to allow. Kris, ditto. His more singer-songwriter-y end of the soft rock spectrum tends to have pretty much life and daring and edginess among its more popular acts. And writing matters a *lot* there, which is where 19 *really* tends to squeeze the life and daring out of things.

MJ: By the way, the reporter who sent me these cuts is reading, and is horrified.

The reporter who asked the questions would like to stress to stress that in NO WAY was David Cook slamming Adam Lambert in his answer to the question.

Nice to have confirmation. It just doesn’t sound like David Cook to “slam” anyone. So I’m not surprised.

sma11ie: Really? Haven’t seen the movie, and didn’t know glitter being poured on an audience actually happened. Also didn’t know it’s Adam’s favorite movie since I don’t read his interviews. I’m sure DC doesn’t either.

You know, I think you’re right. I doubt that David Cook has ever seen this movie. Most glam rock, underground music and indie film fans know this movie. And since it is Adam’s favorite movie, and specifically his favorite scene in his favorite movie, I bet many, many Adam fans now know this movie scene, too.

Adam: ‘I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.’ 

Truthiness: Well I love Muse and I enjoyed what he did with the Bowie Medley, so I’m cautiously hopeful. I think there is going to be more rock in this than I thought. Hmmm.

And again I say, Muse-ish? cool. And single in October? Also interesting and that seems about the normal timeframe for RCA AI singles, yes?

Sounds like the album may have rock, dance and theatrical/operatic rock (Muse-ish) on it from this than I expected. No mention of pop here or in the recent Rolling Stone interview. Maybe there is hope.

Since Adam said in a couple of interviews that there is one great song “in the can” (source: Kiss FM interview), I hope they are waiting until October to release Adam’s single to give Kris some space for a September single release.

I doubt that David Cook is familiar with the “Glittery Alien from Planet Fierce” nomenclature or the fact that Adam’s favorite movie is Velvet Goldmine and his favorite scene in that movie is where Ewan McGregor pours beer and then glitter on his body before flicking the can of glitter on the audience.

After all, David Cook has a life and is very busy. It’s the rest of us who are busy reading too many interviews of Adam and wondering whether Adam plans to recreate the beer/glitter scene in his solo!

Adam did say that it’s the ultimate fantasy sequence and perfectly expresses how a rock star should be.

My opinion?? Just do it!!

Just kidding . . . (kind of)

There are 2 different kinds of shows. There are the choreographed stage shows (think Britney Spears) – where every movement is choreographed, the songs are the same in the same order, the costuming may be the same every night, the audience patter is the same, entertaining gimmicks like confetti cannons or swings descending from the ceiling. Then there are the free form shows – no choreographed dancing, the songs may change nightly according to the mood of the performer or the audience, the banter reflects what is happening that day in that audience.

David was just describing what happens at his shows.

There is no value attached to which is better. Some shows may have a combination of elements from both types. Each type of show has its place and its admirers. The stage show is an extravaganza and feast for the eyes and senses. You know what to expect and what is coming next if you have read the reviews. It is reliable. The free form show may have your favorite songs or maybe not. The audience may have provided material for fantastic interaction – or maybe not. The fact that each show is different however does create a need in many to see the same show over and over because it’s not the “same” show.

I think Adams gonna go as top 40 as possible

Seriously, all 3 are cool. I used to hide the fact that I watched this cheesy show. With these kind of Idols, I feel like I have a defensible position LOL, and they can be mentioned in row with other great artists. There are enough people out there who equate Idols with manufactured pop machine and OTT fandom.

I agree! Actually, DC has alluded to something similar as well– paraphrasing a lot, but essentially that he is glad that Idol continues to churn out real talent, and hopes that Idols continue to succeed because collectively, when they all do well, that benefits all of them by legitimizing the Idol brand as something that can discover real talent.

So that stuff about being jealous or fearful of competition, RCA resources? I don’t buy it. It’s a big label– they can handle and give proper attention to multiple talents. Also, I would actually imagine when any one act on a label does phenomenally (e.g. Taylor Swift), that’s a great thing for the other artists on the roster, because the label has more cash flow to use for promo across the board.

When the Declaration Tour began I think David was trying to establish what kind of an artist he was. He toned down his look for the tour and it has been that way since the beginning. He increased his banter and his “conversation” with the audience. His vocals, the tight rocking sound of the band with the musicianship of Neal, Andy, Kyle and his former bass player Joey and new guy Monty were a big part of the concert experience. The eyeliner and tight pirate pants from the Idol tour were not really who he was. So he has defined his style with this tour and I love it.

I went to David’s concert at the Ohio State Fair on Saturday and loved it. It’s what I’d expect of him. And when I go to Adam’s solo concert Adam better darn well be throwing glitter because that’s what I’ll expect of him.
I could let myself think David dissed Adam, but it really doesn’t matter because we all have different taste and expectations. His opinion of Adam wouldn’t change mine.

Sounds from the 70′s and the 80′s but very modern and current…. I don’t know how it will turn out but seems to be very interesting. I don’t want to expect too much from his album but I don’t think it will be a flop either. I just trust Adam’s musical instinct.

I could let myself think David dissed Adam, but it really doesn’t matter because we all have different taste and expectations. His opinion of Adam wouldn’t change mine.

I think I love you, Hannah. .

This is it in a nutshell. I’d say that, after seven previous seasons, haven’t they learned this? But then I realize that the big-selling albums they’ve had ‘” Carrie, Daughtry ‘” are every bit as bland and lifeless, if not more so, as the other Idol albums. It’s just that, in those two performers, they had people who were extra good at putting across the blandness in a way that would please fans of a particular music genre.

Yeah, you are probably right. Both of those did albums that were pretty much musically copies of the biggest sellers in their genres (Nickleback and Faith Hill, IMO), but both tweaked the lyrical content a bit to fit their strengths, and both attacked the songs with overwhelmingly powerful voices. Carrie and Daughtry each seemed to posses the ultimate pipes for their genre – like if you were a marketing exec wanting to create the perfect record seller in your lab, you would come up with those two. Heh. In looks, demeanor and voice, they were perfectly constructed. So I can see how Idol would just keep attempting to do that over and over again.

Question is: what recent big seller can they possibly base Adam on? There really isn’t one outside of Gaga and Perry. But it looks like they may be going for a poppier Muse. New strategy for Idol, methinks.

collectively, when they all do well, that benefits all of them by legitimizing the Idol brand as something that can discover real talent.

Absolutely.

and the accent in the Bowie medley drives me nuts

Well he only does the accent thing for the first part, isn’t there for the rest of it, nor is there for Starlight, another British band. YMMV, I just saw the first part more as a Bowie tribute, which transitions into his riff on Bowie for Fame and Let’s Dance, so no accent. Which is cool and I like what he did with Fame and Let’s Dance and find his Life On Mars to be very pretty, yes, accent and all.

David Cook is very well spoken and does a great job with the press, and in fact during his show as part of it’s banter. So I wouldn’t have expected him to slam a contestant, but especially not one he was sitting next to. I would be looking for a pod if he had.

And I guess I should be happy that people know the words to Hey Jude as well, but I’m too saddened that there was even a question of it. I mean, dude, it’s the Beatles.

I don’t want to expect too much from his album but I don’t think it will be a flop either. I just trust Adam’s musical instinct.

That’s where I’m at. I’m trying not to expect too much, but I can’t see it being a total disaster either. I love all of his recorded stuff from AI and a majority of the stuff floating on youtube so I’m sure there will be stuff I like on his album. And if each of the people following him on twitter were to buy a copy then his sales would be respectable, not great but good.

or the fact that Adam’s favorite movie is Velvet Goldmine and his favorite scene in that movie is where Ewan McGregor pours beer and then glitter on his body before flicking the can of glitter on the audience.

Wait, what? Someone say Ewan McGregor? Puts movie on Netflix… heh.

Behind the scenes, she was the person who would be, like, no matter how you felt about [your performance], she felt good about it.’ 

I know I ragged on Kris’ grammar in an earlier post, but I gotta mention, this quote is so cute. It reads so sweet because of the way he says it and cuz it’s Kris, but it’s also kind of a[n affectionate] dig at Paula. Haha, in between the lines, I read: she felt good about everything no matter what actually transpired on the stage because she’s so loopy– which is nice. Reminds me of what DC said about Paula once– that she’s “the sweetest space cadet”, because yeah, she’s often on another planet. But I agree with DC. Hopefully one of the judges will be the super-nice one to the contestants, even if it’s after the cameras are off, cuz they seem to be under so much stress that they need all the support and encouragement they can get.

I wonder what the fans want to hear from Kris and Adam and also David for album #2. What do we expect and what would make us buy or not buy the upcoming albums. We all talk about the bland albums that the Idols have produced out of the gates…but what would change that? Whose musicality that we listen to would transfer well to a sound that Adam and Kris and David could emulate.

I know I didn’t like David’s first album…but I am more attracted to him as I listen to some of his covers and his accoustic versions. I know I want Adam to “modernize” the sounds of the 70′s glam bands and I want him to find the “best” guitarist in the world to accompany him that can make the guitar and Adam sing together. I want Kris to find music that “tells a story” and is off-beat and throws away formulatic.

ETA: And I hate bubble gum pop and if a line is repeated more than 3 times in a row the song is history…never to be listened to again!!!

Question is: what recent big seller can they possibly base Adam on? There really isn’t one outside of Gaga and Perry. But it looks like they may be going for a poppier Muse. New strategy for Idol, methinks.

The lack of a direct commercial model for Adam’s album, along with the strong response that Starlight and the Bowie Medley are getting from the Tour audiences, may just be what saves Adam from getting a really good “clone” album.

Also, I really think that David Cooks album is not as much of a “clone” as the previous winners’ albums have been.

I think that Kris and Adam’s albums will be OK, I am still not expecting a great album because 19 has not really shown that they can be involved with a great album — and great albums are so rare.

The album that I am really worried about is Allison’s because I fear that the 19 model for Allison is Pink — “So What” is the only current song she sings on the tour and its Pink’s biggest hit. JMO but I think Allison’s voice is more suited to rock music — not pop and R&B. But with no current young female rockstar models, and very few rock frontwomen ever, I’m not optimistic about the direction that 19 pushes Allison. And I really hope I’m wrong because she has one great voice!!

That’s where I’m at. I’m trying not to expect too much, but I can’t see it being a total disaster either.

Oh I can totally see it being a disaster. I mean, I hope it isn’t. But given the typical level of crap that AI alumni produce in their first album and then add what sounds like some ambitious “fusion,” stuff and condsider that there isn’t really a male equivalent to what Adam may want to do that’s popular now….yeah, could totally suck. Like he may be swinging hard and he may clear the fences or he could totally strike out. I mean even Muse, whom he references here, isn’t terribly popular in the US. Of course I love them, so if he sounds even half as good as they do, I’ll buy his CD and be very, very happy, and very, very surprised that it’s that good.

If you watched all 3 guys together being at GMA you saw how well they got along and really liked each other.

I was there!! Couldn’t agree more. On with the album discussion….

What about worldwide release of Adam’s album?

Is it really possible for the A. I. contestant’s first album? When usually the decision is made about going global?

Can fans do something about it?

The lack of a direct commercial model for Adam’s album, along with the strong response that Starlight and the Bowie Medley are getting from the Tour audiences, may just be what saves Adam from getting a really good ‘clone’  album.

Also, I really think that David Cooks album is not as much of a ‘clone’  as the previous winners’ albums have been.

I think that Kris and Adam’s albums will be OK, I am still not expecting a great album because 19 has not really shown that they can be involved with a great album ‘” and great albums are so rare.

The album that I am really worried about is Allison’s because I fear that the 19 model for Allison is Pink ‘” ‘So What’  is the only current song she sings on the tour and its Pink’s biggest hit. JMO but I think Allison’s voice is more suited to rock music ‘” not pop and R&B. But with no current young female rockstar models, and very few rock frontwomen ever, I’m not optimistic about the direction that 19 pushes Allison. And I really hope I’m wrong because she has one great voice!!

All good points.

I really like Cookie’s album, a lot actually. But I do think they basically “popified” Analog Heart. They took him and put his songs and style into a pop-friendly commercial rock formula, and out came his debut album. Or at least they picked the songs that most reflected that kind of style. Does that make sense? So it may not be a direct clone, but it wasn’t an original either, I think.

I’m guessing that is what will happen to Adam. He will record the pop & family friendly version of whatever style he likes. The pop part doesn’t scare me so much, but the family friendly does. I hope they loosen the reigns a bit for him.

I think baby Pink is not such a bad way to go with Allison, though I would prefer more Paramore-ish. As long as the songs have plenty of ‘tude it should work for her.

I do agree that I am expecting all their albums to be OK-to-good. Allison and Adam seem to both have attracted good people to work with, ones that actually seem excited to collaborate with them. That can make all the difference in the world, IMO. You can always buy tracks from hitmakers, but that does not mean they will give you their best material. So it helps if these people see potential in you. Kris has been too tight lipped to make a call on that, but I am hopeful for him as well.

I found his response wierd, sorry, and I’m not trying to fan any fanwar flames(Its even silly to have to offer that disclaimer to comment on what he said!)

David Cook is on the road through November, and he says he’s proud of the fact that his show has no gimmicks or special effects ‘“ it’s just music. As he puts it, ‘If you want to come out and see, y’know, fifty pounds of glitter dumped on an audience, we’re not the show for that

Why say that…at all? I dont get it. Talk about your shows and what they’re about..but why word it like that? Totally unecessary IMO, not that I think he meant any harm

“What about worldwide release of Adam’s album?

Is it really possible for the A. I. contestant’s first album? When usually the decision is made about going global?

Can fans do something about it?”

i think both kris and adam are planning to go international with their albums (or if i remember correctly)

and as a fan, i guess all you need to do is buy the first album and ask your friends to do it too. (plus starting a major twitter campaign will help too)

Whoa! I go away for bit. Come back to some GREAT interview snippets. I even let out an excited squeak when I read that Adam’s new music has similarities to the Muse song and the Bowie medley he’s doing. Those are my two favorites from his set. I’m more excited than ever to hear what is actually on the CD. I’m not sure how I feel about Let’s Dance which I suspect is the one he’s referring to as that was changed the most…I love the way it’s sped up for the set and Adam’s vocals on it but I’m not sure I like the instrumentation. Of course I would expect higher quality instrumentation on the CD so that could be good too. Geeze, I really want November to get here.

I’d never really listened to Cook before the GMA bit, but I really enjoyed him on it. And then I found some vid of him doing his chatting thing on youtube. He’s hilariously understated and funny and a wonderfully laid back and warm connection to the audience. It looks like seeing him in concert would be really fun. Definitely going to give him more of a listen.

And, finally, just getting caught up in the comments and I gotta say….

DUDES!! Ain’t no way Cook was dissing Adam. I think there’s a little bit of ultra sensitivity going on here. This is an excerpt from an audio interview, right? And they were all there together? Shaking my head, uh, uh. Didn’t happen that way. These guys were all friendly and chatting at the GMA. I just don’t see one of them turning around and making snide remarks about either of the others.

I think Adams gonna go as top 40 as possible

I don’t think that is what he is going for at all… I know he wants electronica/dance/pop/rock elements fused, b/c he keeps saying that. So I don’t know, I am just excited about it. And I don’t know if it will do well on the radio at all, but he *did* sing Muse on GMA and got pretty favorable reviews, so I don’t think he is afraid to go outside of the norm (he could have done Mad World but happily did not). There is a chance that the record will do as well or better out of the states, but I predict that the Tour will be do extremely well here. And no, it will not be LadyGaGa Redux.

As far as Cook’s album, I think the second half of the album is a helluva lot more original (Lie/Permanent/Bar-ba-Sol/Daily Anthem) than the first half (Declaration/Come Back to Me/Light On). I am not sure if the album was rushed out or not, but I think Adam’s will be strong, b/c I can’t see him releasing an album he is not happy with. He took control of the music on the show and on the tour (he was “strategic”), and I think that will be the case with his album. I am a little more concerned with Kris and Allison’s album. How much control will they be able to exert?

Kris is right: the future Idol contestants will DEFINITELY suffer.

And what’s with this supposed dissing of Adam by David? I skimmed some of the comments and people say that the “glitter” remark is directed toward Adam? Does Adam throw glitter at the crowd during the tour or something (I haven’t seen any of the tour videos).

Is “Adam Lambert” synonymous with “glitter” or something? If so, maybe Crayola could sponsor his solo tour.

“Geeze, I really want November to get here.”

- Actually, this is the first time I want summer to be over (but I guess not for those who haven’t watched the AI tour yet). I bet Kris fans are feeling the same way too.

No way David was dissing Adam. He’s said several times that he likes and respects Adam, and Adam has been nothing but complimentary to him. And at GMA (I was there) the three of them — David, Adam and Kris — seemed to relate to each other like old friends. I see and hear a mutual admiration society there.

I think “glitter” to David is simply the glamming up that was part of his AI story arc last year. David has been “de-glamming” himself over the course of his Declaration Tour. Personally, I liked the guyliner, tie, shirt and vest outfits, and the Hombre Solutions hair, but that doesn’t seem to be who he really is. He’s really a tee shirt and jeans guy who lets his bangs grow too long, wears funny hats and puts on a damn good show. Since the beginning of the Declaration tour he’s gotten more elaborate lighting, but other than that the show is no-frills whether its in a big venue or not.

I expect Adam’s show to be a lot more showy, because that’s who he is. Smoke and mirrors and OTT outfits. And I also expect to enjoy it thoroughly. If his Bowie and Muse songs are hints of what his album will be, I’m buyin’.

edit: please stay focused on the subject, rather than criticizing the commenters

I love David’s description of what he’s going for in his shows – a conversation – removing as many of the buffers possible between audience and musician. And most concert attendees will tell you that it feels exactly like that. Which is how David continues to build a kind of reciprocal extended family-type relationship with his ever increasing fanbase. The music is the focus and the easy, back and forth, sometimes corny or awkward banter serves as the glue that humanizes the relationship. After all, I don’t think its any coincidence that people leave his concerts feeling like he was singing directly to them. This is all an extension of what he was doing pre-Idol on his Myspace page, filling everyone in on what was going on and inviting feedback. I’m glad that he is finding a way to keep that close connection as his career moves him into the big leagues. May it continue to be so…

I’m guessing that is what will happen to Adam. He will record the pop & family friendly version of whatever style he likes. The pop part doesn’t scare me so much, but the family friendly does. I hope they loosen the reigns a bit for him.

Pop maybe (which since he likes a pop sound would suit him anyway). But I doubt very much they’ll keep it family friendly. At least not all of it. The one thing Adam isn’t is family friendly and I suspect trying to contain him on this tour has been quite a challenge both for Idol and for Adam himself. And please note, they let him get away with a lot on stage. I figure it has to be so that he can position himself for his Album release. I also suspect the “bitches” line is one they put their foot down on. And the other night when he said “What the ___ is this?” I’m sure they know that once he’s on his own tour the swearing will resume.

Also, he’s calling the new CD sexy. Which translated from Adamese also likely means a bit explicit.

I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.

Now THIS is interesting. Hmmm’ ¦..

This is the cut that’s worthy of a few hundred comments or so, imo

Seriously! This had me so excited. (And yes, Cook was not dissing Adam, people must be hallucinating to think that–Adam and Kris have been his favs for a while, and he’s been complimentary towards both, even specifically saying that RoF was one of his favorite peformances. Really, the constant “Did this person insult Kris/Adam/so-and-so?” feel like it’s reaching J. Edgar Hoover levels of paranoia, and it’s childish. And if he were dissing him, it’s not worth flailing over. Fortunately most people here don’t seem to think that way.)

I already knew about the Bowie Medley being a hint of what his album will sound like, but now he’s including Starlight? Those were my two favorite songs of his set, and if his album sounds anything like this, I will be ecstatic.

Obviously I’m not really expecting anything as good as Muse, much less Bowie, on a first album done in a few months, but if that sound is there–great pure vocals with modern production–that would be a wonderful start. Thanks for posting this, MJ!

Three classy ambassadors for the American Idol franchise.

I love David’s description of his shows too.

And I agree David’s not slamming Adam at all – he’s probably thinking of bands like Nickelback that had pyrotechnics, like what is Nickelback doing with pyrotechnics, they ain’t Kiss? they ain’t metal, or Motley Crue concerts are a literal circus, they literally had dwarfs and scantily clad women on the stage one of the last tours and Tommy’s drum kit would rise up – I call that the music ain’t what it used to be so let’s create some diversions…….I heard it was horrible from fans who went…….

U2 on the other hand usually has more well thought out special effects and theatrics and that stage they use bring the band esp Bono closer to the crowd and that is cool

PS Like that theory that Cook is deglamming – to get back to himself as an artist

The best shows match the music and the true personality of the artist. And someone like Elton John can do it big or he can do it intimate, that’s true greatness.

OMFG! :blink_tb:

When I wrote my comment re David Cook/glitter (the very first one on this thread) I was imagining the finale of American Idol!! My mind went immediately to the ending of that wildly over-produced show after the announcement of the winner. I’ve watched AI every single year and that damn ending makes me feel embarrassed for the winner each time. It is so pageant! Worse than Miss America!

Sorry for any confusion,

BB

Pop maybe (which since he likes a pop sound would suit him anyway). But I doubt very much they’ll keep it family friendly. At least not all of it. The one thing Adam isn’t is family friendly and I suspect trying to contain him on this tour has been quite a challenge both for Idol and for Adam himself. And please note, they let him get away with a lot on stage. I figure it has to be so that he can position himself for his Album release. I also suspect the ‘bitches’  line is one they put their foot down on. And the other night when he said ‘What the ___ is this?’  I’m sure they know that once he’s on his own tour the swearing will resume.

Also, he’s calling the new CD sexy. Which translated from Adamese also likely means a bit explicit.

I hope you are right. History has not been favorable when it comes to Idol debuts and material that can come across as even remotely sexy, or edgy. I don’t think any of them as even cursed on their debuts… even Blake Lewis. And he had a rapper on one of his songs. Heh. But I do think that kind of thing is a big part of who Adam is, so I hope they let him at least dip a toe into the risque. I’m thinking double-intendre land would be a good compromise.

Adam can be as headstrong as he wants, but TPTB will pick the songs, and they will get what they want. They have the money.

Oh I can totally see it being a disaster. I mean, I hope it isn’t. But given the typical level of crap that AI alumni produce in their first album and then add what sounds like some ambitious ‘fusion,’  stuff and condsider that there isn’t really a male equivalent to what Adam may want to do that’s popular now’ ¦.yeah, could totally suck. Like he may be swinging hard and he may clear the fences or he could totally strike out.

I agree that there is no certainty that Adam’s album will be good or sell well. Idol #2′s haven’t fared very well — Justin, Bo, Diana, Katharine and Blake all failed to produce an top-selling album. (Of course, Clay and Archie did.) And IMO with the exception of Clay and Archie, none of the #2s produced a good album.

Even though history is not on Adam’s side, there is a good chance that Adam’s album is good and not a disaster. But in any case I think it will sell.

1) He is working with really good people who have produced hits. And some of Adam’s more respected collaborators (RedOne in his interview for example) are excited about the quality of the work so far.

2) Adam has some songwriting and recording experience so it isn’t a totally new process for him.

3) RCA is planning an international release.

4) He seems to be committed to getting his single out in October and album in November – before the holidays and the next season of Idol. All the #2′s who had poor sales Katharine’s album released in January; Diana, Bo & Blake in December. Justin’s was out 9 months after the show ended.

5) The seems to be more PR in the pipeline for Adam in the Fall than the past #2′s have had — FlashForward using MadWorld in promos, probably 2012 soundtrack, for starters.

6) Adam has higher name recognition at this point than any past #2 and many #1′s. So even if the press hasn’t always been favorable, he’s been getting a ton of coverage — and not just in the US.

I am a little more concerned with Kris and Allison’s album. How much control will they be able to exert?

I’m not so concerned about Kris – he knows who he is as an artist and I think he can exert himself to the higher-ups to get it, he’s just not out there about it so it’s not the same as Adam’s way of doing things. I’m much more concerned about Allison because of her age and the drection they seem to want her to go in

But I do think that kind of thing is a big part of who Adam is, so I hope they let him at least dip a toe into the risque.

The songs themselves don’t need to be risque to be interesting–after all, look at the Bowie Medley and Starlight, the songs Adam is saying give hints as to what his album will sound like. Those songs are not explicitly sexual, and all except Let’s Dance (possibly) are not sexual at all, and they contain no swearing. Most of the “sexiness” in Adam’s set comes from how he performs the songs (other than in WLL), and Starlight–my favorite besides the Bowie Medley–isn’t sexual in how he performs it, just interesting. And based on things like the RS interview and what they’re letting him do on tour, it sees like TPTB don’t want to keep Adam G-rated, even if they might not let him go full-on R–obviously we can’t know what they’ll do, but the impression I’m getting is that they like the image he has, and completely neutering that with bunny rabbits or something wouldn’t make sense. If they let him do on his own tour what he’s doing on this tour, that will be good enough.

So, really excited that the Bowie Medley and now Starlight are being offered as examples of what his sound will be like–again, not expecting anything as great as those songs, but that kind of sound would be amazing. I wonder what cover he’ll be doing, since he said there might be one cover on the album? After Slezak saying he hoped that Adam would cover Life on Mars or Fame, I do wonder if maybe it’ll be a Bowie song. That would be amazing, though there are obviously quite a lot of songs where I’d be happy to hear Adam’s version.

And to other news…………..

‘I would say the Bowie medley is a really nice way to telecast what some parts of the album may sound like, you know, there’s a little bit of an electronic production to it, and I think that’s very similar to some of the stuff we’re doing.’  He adds, ‘Also, the Muse song is a nice kind of nod to some things to expect.’ 

Err…………why do I suddenly feel quesy

I am not sure if the album was rushed out or not, but I think Adam’s will be strong, b/c I can’t see him releasing an album he is not happy with.

RCA will release it regardless if Adam loves it or hates it. It’s not his call.

MJ, I hope the reporter who sent you this wasn’t scared away because of the silliness. I was really happy to get the album talk. Starlight and the Bowie Medley are my favorite parts of his set.

And Mile Cyrus is dancing on a pole, Adam is doing things to his microphone and talking about ecstasy and sex clubs in RS. I don’t think they’ll let him just do whatever he wants, but I’d be surprised if after all that, they decided to keep him G-rated. He’s not even G-rated on this tour, why make him be so on his own tour?

Adam can be as headstrong as he wants, but TPTB will pick the songs, and they will get what they want. They have the money.

True but they also want to make money and see him as a huge potential money maker. Adam = Sexy and bottom line is sex sells. He started divorcing his image from that of a typical idol image immediately after the show ended (Rolling Stone). Since he is no longer on Idol, once the tour is over there is no reason not to continue to press the change in image. I mean hey, if they’re going to let Miley pole dance, I think Adam getting non family friendly is a bit of a non issue.

Cook has talked about the “no bells and whistles” concept before. It is usually a response to why he calls it the Declaration tour. Nothing new.

Of course Cook isn’t dissing Adam. That’s just dumb. But it is a good excuse to watch the Velvet Goldmine clip

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7fyYQQgcXA

Those songs are not explicitly sexual, and all except Let’s Dance (possibly) are not sexual at all, and they contain no swearing. Most of the ‘sexiness’  in Adam’s set comes from how he performs the songs

That would be cool if he could pull something like that off. It all depends on what he means by saying he wants ‘sexy’ songs.

Coincidentally, I don’t think songs have to be risque to be interesting. I think a lot of Idol albums have some good songs on them. I just think Adam gravitates toward that kind of thing, and has that type of appeal, so it would seem to make sense that he would have material that would reflect that – if all was right with the world.

True but they also want to make money and see him as a huge potential money maker. Adam = Sexy and bottom line is sex sells. He started divorcing his image from that of a typical idol image immediately after the show ended (Rolling Stone). Since he is no longer on Idol, once the tour is over there is no reason not to continue to press the change in image.

Yeah, that reasoning has been used before. I personally was encouraged by the Rolling Stone interview. We’ll see how far they let him take it. Again, I’m not trying to be negative, but these people have a history of neutering, so I’m a bit nervous that Adam will not be presented well. Its not will they loosen up, but will they loosen up enough? Some people’s strengths can survive the 19 recording process. In Adam’s case, his strengths work against the process IMO, so I have my fingers crossed for him.

I really like David Cook (as a person) and I love his voice, but I don’t care for his debut album at all. Like some of you, I’d put it in the bland category. I guess I like my rock more theatrical, with more of a story arc and big choruses, and a little bit of drama. And most, if not all, of the biggest rock acts have incorporated those elements, even the jeans and t-shirt types (e.g., Bon Jovi, Springsteen).

I can’t remotely see the TPTB forcing Adam to put out a PG/safe album. If they cared about that, he would have a completely different tour set. They seem very happy letting him be himself, and Adam has said that everyone has been very supportive and not controlling at all. I think he will occasionally listen to some of them if they say “no way, not remotely commercial,” but Adam gets press because he is controversial and divisive. Putting out a safe/boring album would actually be the worst thing he could do PR-wise, and they have to know that. The worst response to Adam’s album would be “meh, it’s okay.” I’d prefer people loved it or hated it, and I think he (and his handlers) would too.

btw, I’m still trying to figure out how glitter became synonymous with Adam. lol.

I would be perfectly happy to see David, Kris or Adam on stage with just a chair and a guitar (in Adam’s case with a guitarist).

But I also want to see Adam in a production show with costumes, sets, dancers, lazers and all the effects imaginable. And glitter showers on the audience is OK with me.

edit: keep your remarks focused on the subject. no meta discussions please

Err’ ¦’ ¦’ ¦’ ¦why do I suddenly feel quesy

Don’t know what you mean by that, but I felt queasy reading that too. I really hope Adam stays away from any ‘Starlight’-inspired tracks. The song is not that great to begin with, and the way Adam does it makes it even worse IMO. He makes it sound like really bad musical theatre, just sayin’…

I mean even Muse, whom he references here, isn’t terribly popular in the US.

That statement would have been accurate about a year ago, but ever since Supermassive Black Hole appeared in a little movie called Twilight, they are pretty huge here too. Their fans are almost as bad as Twilight fans.

Yeah, that reasoning has been used before. I personally was encouraged by the Rolling Stone interview. We’ll see how far they let him take it. Again, I’m not trying to be negative, but these people have a history of neutering, so I’m a bit nervous that Adam will not be presented well. Its not will they loosen up, but will they loosen up enough?

That’s true, and it would be nice if they let him loosen up even more than he is on tour, which I don’t for sure know it they’ll do. But I can’t honestly see them making him less “loosened up” than he is on tour–that would make absolutely no sense to tone him down for his own tour/CD-related performances from what he is on tour–if a crowd filled with AI-watchers who aren’t necessarily fans of his can handle it, I can’t see them getting worried that people who are specifically fans of his or who might be drawn to his music wouldn’t be able to handle it.

And while I’d like them to just let him do whatever he wants, if for the first album they keep him at RS/tour levels of looseness, that’s okay. At least that’s R/PG-13 rather than the normal G. And unless they completely and totally lose their minds, I can’t see how they would think that it was a good PR move to make him G.

Of course Cook isn’t dissing Adam. That’s just dumb. But it is a good excuse to watch the Velvet Goldmine clip

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7fyYQQgcXA

Good on ya! i loved that

I love his take on Starlight. I guess to some he will never be disassociated from musical theater, and it’s a good thing he doesn’t want to be.

I like all three of them, I really can’t be alone.

You’re not alone, I like all three. David Cook is my favorite (no energy to follow someone like I’ve kept up with David), but I really like Kris & Adam, too.

PS Like that theory that Cook is deglamming – to get back to himself as an artist

He’s on the right track..I’m loving the idea of his current shows and the snippets I’ve seen…slow and steady, he’s crawling back to the Cook I like, after a year of that drivel he did on his first album

I don’t usually go there with the musical theatre comment because I think the way people use it is stupid, but I’m hard pressed to describe that performance using anything else. Hoping that he plans to do more David Bowie medley than Starlight for his debut.

None of them will have creative control over their albums at this point. Hell, Kelly Clarkson has sold how many millions of albums, and they don’t allow her to have control either.
They won’t until their current contracts end and they sign with different companies. And they might not get it even then.

It’s the nature of the business.

Wait, sounds like DC is dissing Adam? LOL! Nah, he’s just explaining what his concerts are like, promoting, etc.

And most, if not all, of the biggest rock acts have incorporated those elements, even the jeans and t-shirt types (e.g., Bon Jovi, Springsteen).

When DC gets to the level of Bon Jovi and Springsteen, he may add a little flash too. IMO, doesn’t need it with the voice and the awesome tight band. I actually wish the album was not so overproduced.

I don’t see Starlight as musical theater at all–theatrical, yes, but Muse is theatrical, and I love Muse. If any performance was going to be seen as musical theater, I would have thought it would be Life On Mars–which I also don’t think is musical theater, just theatrical. But to each their own. Sound-wise, I think this is really good to hear.

Since Adam didn’t win AI, I hope they would give him more leeway and not fit him in the AI box. So far, they have continued to support him in everything he does.

That statement would have been accurate about a year ago, but ever since Supermassive Black Hole appeared in a little movie called Twilight, they are pretty huge here too. Their fans are almost as bad as Twilight fans.

They certainly are a lot more popular after being on Twilight, but I say they still aren’t that popular, certainly not as big as they are in Europe. And I have seen a surprising amount of people online who didn’t even know Muse until and because of Adam.

suebrody I should clarify. I would love 4 Adam 2 do everything he’s talking about but I’m afraid that 19 will try to make the album top 40 lady gaga ish. I don’t think that’s what’s going to happen but that’s my biggest fear about the album right now. I expect an okay album I just want it 2 be better than “want” and I’ll love it!

Since Adam didn’t win AI, I hope they would give him more leeway and not fit him in the AI box. So far, they have continued to support him in everything he does.

If that happens I’ll actually be glad he didn’t win.

If they try and hold him back it will be a disaster. You can’t put Adam in one of their little boxes.

I really hope Adam stays away from any ‘Starlight’-inspired tracks. The song is not that great to begin with, and the way Adam does it makes it even worse IMO. He makes it sound like really bad musical theatre, just sayin” ¦

I don’t get that AT ALL. I think it’s a stunning song and what Adam does with it on tour and did with it acoustic are both brilliant. I’ve had a hunch he was going with a Muse-inspired sound and it totally makes sense: modern, electronica instrumentation with fantastic vocals.

Going back to the point about Carrie and Chris being able to sing their way out of bland material ‘“ LisaE said it last week about Carrie and Kelly and that’s why I don’t worry too much about Adam’s album. Yes, it’s rushed. Yes, 19 has a history of homogenizing and chasing the market. However, they are paying the big bucks for some of these writers and producers, what would be the point of neutralizing them (completely ‘“ I know they’ll do it some).

I’m not expecting it to be “change the world” by a long shot. It just needs a few catchy tracks and Adam can sing the crap out of any other generic material that they find. Sell well enough to warrant a second album and that’s when hopefully they’ll be able to get a little more creative.

If they “2012″ thing happens, all the better ‘“ it’s a freebie. A complete, “No harm, no foul.” If the song and/or the movie take off ‘“ awesome. Adam will have two singles on the market at the time his album drops. If the song doesn’t get play or become a hit ‘“ oh well, it’s not on his album.

And I completely agree with the person who said upthread (sorry) that the more success the label artists have, the better it is for everyone. Every success ups the cache of the brand. Each person associated with it has their value go up because it becomes more elite and exclusive.

David Cook doesn’t need smoke and mirrors. The way he performs, his voice, wit, and his charisma on stage are enough to put on an incredible show.

I like all three of them, I really can’t be alone.

I do too, and from all accounts of the people who went to the concert, all three seemed like they got along really well, which is cool.

I would appreciate a definition of “family friendly” – My family (ages 12 – 84: nephews, nieces, cousins , sister, mother,son) all love Adam (vocals, dances, personality). Does it mean we are not a normal family?

We are all looking forward to his album, hopefully to be sold internationally.

please tell me there’s a concert tonight..not for the vids, I’m sick of the lot…but i need some drama

Maybe a didlo thrown on stage….or he says fuck..so we can debate till thy kingdom come…I love that shit

There is no sign that they are pushing Adam’s album into PG territory. Will RCA “rein him in”? I sure hope so. But he specifically said the album was “really sexy” in his Rolling Stone interview:

His only promises: ‘a lot of surprises’  and ‘it’s going to feel really sexy.’ 

And the music Adam mentioned listening to in the same interview is def not PG. Peaches is about as sexually explicit as it gets. And Kasabian and IAMX’s new music are not exactly mainstream Amercian AC fare. Also from the RS interview:

Offstage, Lambert is currently listening to Muse’s new single ‘Uprising’  (‘ It’s very glam rock and very cool’ ) as well as the new LPs by Kasabian and Peaches, and the latest from IAMX, one of the former singers from the Sneaker Pimps: ‘This recent one is gorgeous, it’s just epic and the production’s great, his melodies are awesome.’ 

Inteview link:
Adam Lambert’s ‘Sexy’  November Debut Stocked With Surprises

IAMX: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOdMn1-YrSo

Muse Uprising: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY6jV-U56Y4

Kasabian: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQClR22WV0Y

Peaches: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBN3eRjD4oE (song starts at 2:00)

Does it mean we are not a normal family?

Not by the Disney approved definition of normal.

Seriously, there is no normal family. But when people start talking family friendly, it’s usually taken to mean friendly to every family, otherwise known as G rated. Since Adam on tour is already at a PG, I just don’t see that happening.

Inteview link:
Adam Lambert’s ‘Sexy’  November Debut Stocked With Surprises

IAMX: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOdMn1-YrSo

Muse Uprising: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY6jV-U56Y4

Kasabian: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQClR22WV0Y

Peaches: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBN3eRjD4oE (song starts at 2:00)

I liked them all except Peaches, was never a fan of her stuff. I really love the IAMX song you linked.

I am a huge fan of both David Cook and Adam Lambert. (I like Kris Allen as well). At a concert I could be equally into what they have to offer; D.C. for his minamilistic approach and Adam for his glamorized approach. They are both being true to the way in which they make and interpret the music. Just look at their faces. I don’t see how anyone can say Adam isn’t any less in the moment than David when he is performing. Compare Starlight or Mad World to Permanent or WLL to Bar-ba-Sol or Kiss on the Neck. I just love to see singers connect in such a manner with their songs. And they both do. It’s just, as Adam said, they are completely different artists. But no style is any better or worse than the other. They are who they are and I, for one, love it.

David Cook doesn’t need smoke and mirrors. The way he performs, his voice, wit, and his charisma on stage are enough to put on an incredible show.

Stating the obvious?….Has anyone suggested otherwise?? He’s not a smoke and mirrors type of guy, and that great. Takes nothing away from those who use a few gimmicks as part of their style, if it works for them

Thank fuck that there are multiple artistes, with multiple approaches to multiple styles of music that a multitude can appreciate.

“As far as Cook’s album, I think the second half of the album is a helluva lot more original (Lie/Permanent/Bar-ba-Sol/Daily Anthem) than the first half (Declaration/Come Back to Me/Light On). I am not sure if the album was rushed out or not, but I think Adam’s will be strong, b/c I can’t see him releasing an album he is not happy with. He took control of the music on the show and on the tour (he was ‘strategic’ ), and I think that will be the case with his album.”

DC’s album was very rushed (started recording in June for a November release while on tour) and so will be Kris’ and Adam’s. As to Adam “releaseing an album he is not happy with”, he won’t have the final say. RCA will do what they want whether they are happy or not. Both Adam & Kris will have to learn to compromise and “pick their battles”, as DC has said.

As to international releases, I would think that RCA would want to see how the records sell in the US. International releases are expensive.

is off-beat and throws away formulatic.

I’m not the best judge of this at all because I’m such a fan of the off-beat, but really it seems to me that every album — even pop albums — that I actually admire and want to hear a lot have this ^^^^ exactly.

And, of course, that’s just exactly what 19 and company seem determined to squeeze out of all the Idol albums. Or maybe they don’t try to squeeze it out, but it’s just darned hard to get in a fast process with a stable of generic co-writers and an exhausted rushed, overwhelmed-by-the-newness-of-it-all recording artist.

As always, I expect to have to rely on the kids’ personas and voices to find something to really really like in their albums, because I really don’t know that in a five-month process with a brand-new artist and a company that wants *big* sales you could ever get the level of individuality that makes all the really wonderful artists wonderful.

I liked them all except Peaches, was never a fan of her stuff. I really love the IAMX song you linked.

Agree with you totally, like the other stuff, still not digging Peaches and haven’t found a song of hers yet that I do. So if Adam sounds like her, I’ll be sad. But even pop-y crap like Love Game by GaGa amuses me, so yes, if Adam had a song or two like that on his album, I’d be okay with it. As long as the other stuff wasn’t too pop-y. But some pop with a good hook that’s fun to dance to? hell yeah, bring it on. It totally has it’s place on my Ipod. Not a large space, but a few tracks of it? sure, it’s fun.

Just a thought about TPTB holding Adam down too much and forcing to put out something he didn’t like. As the runner-up, he was supposedly only to have a one year contract. If he really only signed up for one year, I can’t see them making him too unhappy or he might decide to go somewhere else. I think if his album is even decent, he would have more options. However, I hope they keep him from going too out there.

Thanks 4 the links Q3. I loved all the songs( liked peaches- was okay) and thought IAMX was awesome

Adam doesn’t need smoke and mirrow too. If he chooses to have more visual effects, it doesn’t mean he needs them, it simply means he likes them. He can sing and his voice melts hearts.

. I can imagine Adam thinking, ’50 pounds of GLITTER on the audience’ ¦that would be awesome!’ .

LOL – that would be his response.

I can imagine Adam thinking, ’50 pounds of GLITTER on the audience’ ¦that would be awesome!’ .

LOL. As Kris would say: Totally

If he chooses to have more visual effects, it doesn’t mean he needs them, it simply means he likes them. He can sing and his voice melts hearts.

I’ve been playing the heck out of his GMA version of Starlight.

I still think David shouldn’t have said it in front of Adam though. He knows Adam is going to have those showy performances he’s describing and I immediately took it as a diss even if it wasn’t meant to be one. Adam may have initially took it that way too, so yeah, I don’t think it was appropriate but we all stick our foot in our mouths sometimes.

As far as albums go, I think Adam is strategic enough, smart enough, and aggressive enough to see that the album is done the way he wants. I have less confidence in Allison and Kris to be aggressive enough to get it done their way. But then again, with catchy songs, they may do fine.

suebrody said:

As far as Cook’s album, I think the second half of the album is a helluva lot more original (Lie/Permanent/Bar-ba-Sol/Daily Anthem) than the first half (Declaration/Come Back to Me/Light On). I am not sure if the album was rushed out or not, but I think Adam’s will be strong, b/c I can’t see him releasing an album he is not happy with. He took control of the music on the show and on the tour (he was ‘strategic’ ),

Interesting you would say that because quite a few of the rock-oriented reviews I’ve seen of Cook’s album have actually praised the first half or the middle chunk of the album, but have stated that the ballad heavy back end (with Lie, Avalanche, Permanent, I Did It for You, Permanent (even though this one is always praised) and the mid-tempo A Daily Anthem) really stopped the momentum that the (pop) rock-heavy first half to 2/3 of the album built up. I actually believe that the ballad heavy back half ofthe album iswhat TPTB forced on Cook. (And looking at how his concert set lists have played out, he has really made his shows A LOT more rocked out than the album (i.e., more like the front half).) I personally like Cook’s album a lot l– but I also happen to think it’s a lot more ballad heavy than I would have preferred — and what Cook would have preferred too. (Also, for those holding their breath for a radical change for the second album, don’t. You’re likely to get more of the same — but just harder.)

As for Adam, I think that his musical style, along with the attention he has received for being one of the most famous “out” celebrities out there, will likely force TPTB’s eyes open as far as what the AI audience will tolerate from their alums. So Adam may have a better chance of creating something that pushes the envelope a little. But remember, we are still talking about the AI envelope here — not the music industry envelope so they’re only going to push it so far. Also, I have to agree with the peeps above who say that TPTB will have the last word on the album that Adam releases.

From an Adam fan….. I was/am a big David Cook fan from last year and I know that David is nothing but a gentleman. He would never say nasty things about anyone or show disrespect to another performer especially Adam. It was great having my two favourite AI performers together. People should quit trying to read things into a simple statement.

suebrody I should clarify. I would love 4 Adam 2 do everything he’s talking about but I’m afraid that 19 will try to make the album top 40 lady gaga ish. I don’t think that’s what’s going to happen but that’s my biggest fear about the album right now. I expect an okay album I just want it 2 be better than ‘want’  and I’ll love it!

No, I totally get it (sorry if I misinterpreted that), luvadamlambert (I still love your review, BTW). I just think that of all of the contestants AI has had, Adam may be the one who who pushes it the furthest. I don’t think he will be Lady GaGa, tho there will some elements of hers (in his working with RedOne and loving GaGa–I’m just awright with her). I think he will be allowed to push the
envelope b/c TPTB *know* how many fans want him to (judging by the numbers who scream for him at the Idol concerts). I understand that this is a small percentage of record buyers, but I also feel that his exposure on shows like GMA and Regis, etc. will give record buyers a better sense of what he plans to do (tho granted he toned Starlight down and I *loved* it). I still don’t know what his album will sound like, which is partly why I am so excited
about it. I do, hope, that we get a mix of dance, upbeat songs, *and* a couple of more mellow tracks (e.g., Starlight). I am not sure mellow is the right word: heartfelt? I don’t know. I just know that whenever I hear I Just Love You I want to start crying. And I listen to it before bed every night. It is my favorite Adam song, bar none.

And I am sorry I took offense at Cook’s comments. Every time I see youtube or other vids of him I go, Awwww, I love this man. That’s why I voted for him about 300 times during the finale. Granted, I voted for Adam about 500 times, but still…he is so damned HUMBLE. Yes, I am sure you will be remembered in 10 years, David. I and countless fans will remember you, anyway.

ill think David shouldn’t have said it in front of Adam though. He knows Adam is going to have those showy performances he’s describing and I immediately took it as a diss even if it wasn’t meant to be one.

I really doubt David even knew Adam used glitter.

IAMX: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOdMn1-YrSo

Muse Uprising: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY6jV-U56Y4

Kasabian: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQClR22WV0Y

Peaches: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBN3eRjD4oE (song starts at 2:00)

Thanks for the links. I like IAMX, Muse and kasabian’s songs. Not digging Peaches’ but her video is fun. I think vocally, Adam’s voice is richer than Matt’s (is it Muse’s lead singer’s name?), and I hope his album has some songs that show more Adam’s low register. That would be perfect.

When are Kris and Adam’s singles coming out? David A’s was out I think this time last year and Light On was out in early September but we have not heard when the guy’s singles will be out this year. I have not heard one word about them. Anybody know when they will be released?

Edited to add: However, David can definitely rock the eyeliner’ ¦hot!

i remembered Cook was actually wearing black nail polish before he’s on Idol, when he’s still bartending… but I agree with one of the poster.. he’s just saying that his style is not Glamrock. I think Cook style is more like Daughtry.. A fanwar between Cook fans and Adam fans? That would be really stupid. Adam would say.. It’s not COOL or Sexy!

I’ve been playing the heck out of his GMA version of Starlight.

While I didn’t care for some of Adam’s AI songs, I like his GMA Starlight performance very much — both his appearance and his singing. Will there be anything like that on his album?

http://mjsbigblog.com/adam-lambert-starlight-good-morning-america-video.htm

Ugh, not diggin Peaches at all but I love the new muse song. Let’s kick peaches out of Adams ipod!

Still very consistent with his style, but no, you don’t have to have images, props, etc., to reach out to a lot of concertgoers. I still haven’t seem him in any of the larger venues, but the reviews have been positive, which have been great to see.

He may not have glitter, but David does have flashing lights, and he and some of the guys do a lot of rock moves — even backbends — and David has been known to climb on top of speakers or railings in front of the audience or hang from scaffolding on the side of the stage. He also has been known to take cameras out of the hands of fans and take pictures of himself and the audience or leave the stage entirely during a song, go into the audience, and circle the whole concert hall. So, yeah, David has *his* version of “spectacle.”

Putting out a safe/boring album would actually be the worst thing he could do PR-wise, and they have to know that. The worst response to Adam’s album would be ‘meh, it’s okay.’  I’d prefer people loved it or hated it, and I think he (and his handlers) would too.

Yes, I absolutely agree. Actually, what I’m afraid of most right now is that he will be a male Lady Gaga. Whatever happens, he will be similar to her, but hopefully not enough that people review it/reference it as “Gaga 2.0″ or “Lord Gaga.” He has to be controversial but not copycat.

And I love theater of all kinds, including musical theater, so I never understand it when people bring that up as a criticism of Adam.

mj
Aug 11th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
By the way, the reporter who sent me these cuts is reading, and is horrified.

The reporter who asked the questions would like to stress to stress that in NO WAY was David Cook slamming Adam Lambert in his answer to the question.

mj.. this is quite funny that he/she is horrified .. It’s not his/her intention but people interprete things differently.. I bet now he/she’s worried that they will get all those negatives comments on their article…

Wow suebrody I totally agree with your post( thanks 4 the review compliment btw) I just listened to the GMA starlight like 8 times

Interesting you would say that because quite a few of the rock-oriented reviews I’ve seen of Cook’s album have actually praised the first half or the middle chunk of the album, but have stated that the ballad heavy back end (with Lie, Avalanche, Permanent, I Did It for You, Permanent (even though this one is always praised) and the mid-tempo A Daily Anthem) really stopped the momentum that the (pop) rock-heavy first half to 2/3 of the album built up.

I don’t think anyone forced “A Daily Anthem” on David because it’s his own song that he wrote in 2006, way before Idol. It’s all him. As for the ballads you list, he co-wrote all of them and performs at least two of them now in concert and has performed all of them in concert since he’s been on tour. So, I think he likes these songs. (I’m not sure how he feels about Come Back to Me or Light On, however. And, we all know he doesn’t plan to sing Time of My Life in the near future … or the far future for that matter.)

Oh … I think he avoids Permanent because it’s a painful song for him to sing and he wants people to have a good time at the show and not get maudlin. (I actually would love it if he would sing it more.)

They certainly are a lot more popular after being on Twilight, but I say they still aren’t that popular, certainly not as big as they are in Europe. And I have seen a surprising amount of people online who didn’t even know Muse until and because of Adam.

We’re going to have to agree to disagree on that one. Twilight came out last November, the soundtrack hit number one way before that ( I believe) so there was a pretty good head start. I do agree though, that older fans of Adam probably didn’t know about them until Adam came along. I remember i discovered them when the soundtrack started leaking, and back then the Euro fans hated the Twilight fans that infringed upon them, then when Adam came along it just got worse, lol.

BTW, OT a little- that soundtrack has another couple hidden gems on there, and I am laying my bets that next season on AI someone is going to sing Flightless Bird, American Mouth by Iron and Wine and make people discover them.

As for creative control on albums- why is that such a bad thing? If any of the AI’s were that great at songwriting they wouldn’t need a record company to have creative control over them. Didn’t Kelly try her hand at a darker album and it failed? Or is it because the record company wouldn’t promote it?

“When are Kris and Adam’s singles coming out?”

I think Adam said in that LA interview October would be the first single

Off topic but can someone post a link ( iTunes or YouTube) to Adam singing I just love you

Before I make any comments on the interview itself, I have to say one thing. I really appreciate you mj for posting the reporter’s comment here and I truly feel for this individual since this person was only doing the job they were hired to do.

First and foremost I am a David Cook fan however, I want to make clear that my statement has nothing to do with the fact that I am a fan. As far this statement:

‘If you want to come out and see, y’know, fifty pounds of glitter dumped on an audience, we’re not the show for that.

I don’t think in any way was this a slam against Adam. I truly doubt David had any knowledge that glitter was any way associated to Adam and since like many David Cook fans who post here that have been to a show and I know I can’t speak for them but one thing I think most of them will say is that David’s answer was correct. He was telling people what to expect when you go to his shows and he is 100% correct. That is what a David Cook show is and that’s the show I saw on 4/2 of this year. From the very beginning of DC’s AI journey till now, I have never heard him ever publicly diss an AI contestant whether it be in radio or tv interview or on the concert stage whether he a fan of said past or present contestant or not. No, I’m not saying he’s an angel or a saint but as far as bad mouthing other AI contestants, that’s not the way he rolls.

I think Twilight and Adam were a great boost for Muse, but I’ve been a Muse fan long before Adam and I didn’t even know they were on the Twilight soundtrack. I agree some of Adam’s older fans (not sure what’s considered older being that I’m 38 and 11 months ;p) but some of them may not have heard of Muse being that they are not a mainstream band. Hopefully they will finally get the recognition they deserve.

Well I love Muse and I enjoyed what he did with the Bowie Medley, so I’m cautiously hopeful. I think there is going to be more rock in this than I thought. Hmmm.

Well Adam keeps on saying his album will give a nod to 70′ and 80′ rock/pop rock/glam rock. And he also is saying that there will be ballads/heartfelt .. I guess something like Mad World .. and pure rock (Slash?).. but I remember Red One said something what they wrote together will have Queen sounds… so.. couldn’t wait

Adam Lambert I Just Love You (youtube) (cover of Five for Fighting)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdSkC1jjumA

And this is the one with the lyrics.

*melting*

Adam Lambert I Just Love You (youtube) (cover of Five for Fighting)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdSkC1jjumA

And this is the one with the lyrics.

*melting*

Yes, that’s epic. I am soooo happy Sunn told me how to convert to MP3, so then I could burn it to CD and have it in my car and on my iPod. I have loved Five for Fighting forever. “IJLY” (and OneRepublic’s “Come Home”) are two of many examples of how once Adam covers a song, the original is (almost) ruined for me. And I’m someone who almost always favors the original over a cover. Not anymore. Adam’s covers are just so amazing.

I actually have the Five for Fighting and the OneRepublic versions of the songs at the end of my playlist, then it rolls around to Adam’s versions. Even though Adam’s were ripped from an amateur recording of a YouTube video and the others are professional productions, I love Adam’s.

I’ve been thinking this over, and I really don’t think that Cook meant anything by his comment. He was simply stating what his show is and what it is not. That’s all. I agree with the others who have stated that Cook probably has no idea that Adam is associated with glitter by his fanbase. The equivalent for Cook fans would be that many non-Cook fans do not know why he is sometimes referred to as “Skittles.” I’m guessing that if Adam ever said that he does not like Skittles, people would realize that he is not saying that he dislikes Cook. At least I hope they would realize this. It’s all about preferences, and people can state preferences like Cook did without them being a “diss” to someone else.

Cook is a man who means what he says and says what he means. He’s not gonna give you any BS. He’s not the type of guy to have you reading between the lines. He’s blunt and direct. So, no, there is no malicious intent here. He’s just telling you how he rolls. And I don’t think he thinks much about how anyone else (including Adam) conducts him/herself on tour.

I agree some of Adam’s older fans (not sure what’s considered older being that I’m 38 and 11 months ;p) but some of them may not have heard of Muse being that they are not a mainstream band.

And that would make sense and some of them were, but there were a lot of younger, tween and 20s fans of Adam who had no idea who Muse was before him. Again, I was kind of shocked, especially as I thought that at least Twilight would have gotten them out there more, but nope. They’re getting bigger, but they’re not that big in the US.

It’s entirely possible to describe what something is without going into detail about what it is not. That’s how we usually communicate. I’m guessing that it probably isn’t opera or jazz either. That said, we all get foot-in-mouth disease sometimes and it doesn’t mean that we’re unkind or antagonistic … And then there is also the matter of context about which we know nothing.

Thank u so much 4 the link it was gorgeous. I almost cried and I’m not an emotional person. Please please let him have a song like that on his album

I think Adam and David have one unusual thing in common. They both have an eye tattoo on their right wrist. Perhaps Adam was emulating David when he got his.

David had foot in mouth disease? Wow!

I don’t think anyone forced ‘A Daily Anthem’  on David because it’s his own song that he wrote in 2006, way before Idol. It’s all him. As for the ballads you list, he co-wrote all of them and performs at least two of them now in concert and has performed all of them in concert since he’s been on tour. So, I think he likes these songs. (I’m not sure how he feels about Come Back to Me or Light On, however. And, we all know he doesn’t plan to sing Time of My Life in the near future ‘ ¦ or the far future for that matter

All I’m saying is that the balance of ballady tracks vs. uptempo rock the tracks that were selected in the album likely reflects the compromise that I believe the label execs forced Cook to make. Because in my mind, RCA/19 execs were thinking AI audiences swooned whenever Cook sang those ballads, so let’s make sure we give them some (or a lot).

I also know full well when ADAM was written, and Cook was likely very happy that ADAM was chosen by the label execs to be included in the album. I am not even saying that any of the songs are bad per se (well, I still maintain that IDIFY is mediocre.) However, he has stated that they recorded 20 tracks on the album, out a larger number (he mentioned 60 of songs that had been written or submitted based on his solo pre-Idol output) and I would hazard to guess that those 20 were chosen by the label, and then the ultimate 12 (13 if you include KOTN (again, the fact that that song is a hidden track speaks volumes (to me anyway) about what Cook really wanted but I degress)) after having been recorded were also chosen by the label to determine what would have the most commercial appeal, with both Cavallo and Cook, I’m sure, fighting little battles here and there to maintain the vision they originally had for the album. But ultimately, I doubt they had the final say. As we know from that EW article last year, Rob Cavallo himself talked about striking a balance in the album between (to read between the lines) what Cook wanted for the album and what RCA TPTB/AI fans were expecting based on his AI run.

But ultimately, my comment above was really targeted more towards saying that the rock-oriented fans may like the front half better than the back half, despite the fact that some AI fans (i.e., fans on this blog) like the back half b/c it is replete with ballads and don’t care much for the front half which they seem to be saying is not original/Nickelback-ish or whatever term is useful for conveying that a lot of modern commercial radio rock sounds the same.

I am excited about the part where Adam says he is going for the Bowie/Muse sound. When he talks about electronica, it scares me only because the MFB does NOT interpret that well onto the stage. Maybe with the right musicians it could work, but it hasn’t so far, imho.

Electronic music done right live is AMAZING. Even rock acts get electro live quite a bit. It just doesn’t seem to be something AI can do. They tried (Born to be Wild), but I’ve heard better electro-noise come from drunk dorks playing on their Macs (that’s more to do with the studio though, as I loved Adam’s live version).

Starlight and the Bowie Medley were my favorite parts of Adam’s set, so that is making me squee. I figured that would be more of the direction once I saw some of his collaborators. RedOne is best known for GaGa, but he is very good at taking the artist’s sound and making it catchy and radio-friendly, whether it is Lady GaGa, Kat DeLuna, Sean Kingston (eww) or Little Boots (yay!). I doubt Adam would be as hard as Muse get, but the song he did choose to perform by them was their poppiest one. And while they usually are rather prog, their latest single has a T-Rex vibe. I do think Adam will be rather electropop at times though, but that is purely my speculation.

I think Adam will still be radio-friendly, but I think he will have a bit more “edge” than most post-AI as that is the way they have been establishing him. He’s not going to be edgy in terms of most music, but probably allowed to have a bit of one than most post-AI alumni since they have been establishing that sort of image for him anyway (RS interview, him pushing boundaries on the AI show).

‘So it’s very cool to have people singing along, and you’re up on that big stage, kinda leading it, and I’m actually surprised that a lot of people know that song!’ 

I was singing along with Kris, but sat down when I got the words wrong. I thought I was drunk, but was later told Kris flubbed it at the LA show, not me. I win!

I hope Adam does a song like “Starlight” on his cd. I can’t get that song out of my head after hearing him sing it this weekend and on GMA. It’s so nice.

Check out this latest vlog from David Cook. He mentions what he thinks of Kris and Adam.

Behind the scenes with DC @ GMA

Behind the scenes with DC @ GMA

Aw, lots of Cookie vlog goodness to enjoy today! Thanks for bringing that over, he’s a sweetie .

I am vastly enjoying this discussion and then flipping over to the Hard Rock thread and talking about pirate pantz, lol.

Ugh, not diggin Peaches at all but I love the new muse song. Let’s kick peaches out of Adams ipod!

Nope! Love Peaches. Adam and Megan are probably the only two contestants I would go to a concert with (we have similar favorite artists), which is probably why I like them. I really love the IAMX song with Imogen Heap.

I do think artists referenced tend to be clues to the music. Of course Adam is not going to sound like them (I’d be stunned if Adam had a song like IAMX on his album… pleased, but stunned), but it’s inspiration, even if it is made radio-friendly. Most previous contestants have sounded similar to their inspiration (including Blake, which is part of the problem there). To be honest, even if Adam became total electropop, I’d be pleased as I like electropop. I could be off, but I don’t think Adam will lose his “edge” on his album (he isn’t super-edgy anyway, but edgier than most people on the show) — I think he will lose some of his AI fans with his style.

Well, Kris said that he has listened to some of Adams stuff and said that it was like Adam, out of the box. So will this out of the box marry well with RCA/19 or will it become a distaster? :cool1_tb:

19 must have noticed that Adam was successful on AI because he was so talented and so different. It was obvious. So I think that they’ll let him do his own thing after idol because it paid off when they let him do his own thing on the show. And he’s working with established hit-makers who, specifically, wanted to work him (in his unadulterated form). No, I think 19 will recognize that the cash will flow if they stand back to let the money making producers work with the unique dude who already has a “brand” that’s selling really well.

Whatever happens, I bet Adam doesn’t dump 50 lbs. of glitter on his first solo audience … because that would be a definite Cookie diss! LOL.

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Speaking of 19 and RCA knowing what they have in Adam and allowing him to be outlandish, I actually think they might go a little overboard with that. They have a tendency to parody what they think is successful.

Whatever happens, I bet Adam doesn’t dump 50 lbs. of glitter on his first solo audience ‘ ¦ because that would be a definite Cookie diss!

LOL, Cookie would probably find that hilarious

What’s hilarious is that I knew just from reading the blurb on the front page that the “glitter comment” was going to be construed as a slam on Adam. I did not, however, think that it would happen within the first two comments of the thread. If this is what the response was here, I can just imagine what the crazier Idol forums looked like. And I can’t even fathom how much the A.L. fanboards must have lit up….

Electronic music done right live is AMAZING. It just doesn’t seem to be something AI can do. They tried (Born to be Wild), but I’ve heard better electro-noise come from drunk dorks playing on their Macs (that’s more to do with the studio though, as I loved Adam’s live version).

The Chemical Brothers used to put on GREAT live shows. Which is not something I expected. And yeah, I agree, the electronica on the AI show for the studio however, was horrendeous, which is no doubt why Adam didn’t bother to try and recreate it live for BtBW. And I think drunks on a Mac is too kind, the word casiotone, springs to mind when listening to the studio version.

I am 100% sure that David Cook didn’t mean his comment as a reflection on Adam. He’s just not that kind of guy, as anyone who follows him knows. I’ve seen nothing but mutual respect between him and Adam. He was probably just trying to describe his tour, and saying that it’s not like a Madonna or Lada Gaga or Britney Spears tour, or even a Pink Floyd or Coldplay tour. To assume that everything is about Adam is really stretching it. Besides wasn’t Adam right there when DC was interviewed? I guess those pictures of David and Adam hugging and shaking hands are meaningless? Nah, I have to laugh, as I also knew right away that some would conclude that it must have been a diss to Adam. Really, everything is not about Adam. And David’s not like that. He always has positive things to say about other artists, he never insults any artist even indirectly, and I’ve read and heard many of his interviews.

Sounds like Cook feels a bit threathened by the GLITTERY ALIEN FROM PLANET FIERCE !!! Every performer has their own concert style – it’s all good. Cook, you don’t need to diss someone else’s style just cause it’s not your style. (Have a chip on your shoulder much ??). I’m a Cook fan and an Adam fan, but this comment by Cook really irritatates me!! MAYBE YOU NEED SOME GLITTER IN YOUR LIFE DAVID – TRY IT, YOU MIGHT LIKE IT !!
GO ADAM!!! GLITTERIZE ME!!!!