1.23.16 Adam in OZ, iHR Gig, New Zealand reviews, OREOs!!
Jan 23, 2016 0:29:47 GMT -5
Post by Q3 on Jan 23, 2016 0:29:47 GMT -5
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"Ghost Town" is now unquestionably a HIT!
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Concert review: Auckland, New Zealand
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Adam Lambert with PHOTOS
23 January - CONCERT REVIEW
Photos by Leah Victoria
By Leah Victoria
Artist: Adam Lambert
Date / Venue: Friday January 22nd, 2016 - Town Hall, Auckland
For those of you who are not so familiar with Adam Lambert - he's a chart topping, multi award winning, multi platinum selling, singer, songwriter and one hell of a performer! All that after finishing as runner up in the 2009 series of American Idol!
When I heard he was back in New Zealand for The Original High tour, and playing Auckland Town Hall, I just knew it was going to feel like a private party!
Running almost 30 minutes behind schedule due to the mammoth task of cramming everyone into the sold out venue, queues were still forming down the street with only 5 minutes to go til stage time! A warm buzz filled the humid hall as thousands of "Glamberts" excitedly awaited their favourite of all the Idols
Eventually the stage lights up as his band appears, and a silhouette of Adam appears as graphics on the backing screen, just a short teaser before the man himself bounces larger than life onto a podium to a loud cheer from his audience. Dressed in a futuristic style, cape like sleeveless jacket and knee high, white Doc Martens, he almost looks like a super hero.
He opens with Evil In The Night from the tours namesake album The Original High album and follows up with For Your Entertainment from 2009, just to remind us of where he began. Then without hesitation, he launches straight back into the new stuff with Ghost Town.
After an extremely energetic start to the night, a slightly more laid back sound with Rumours which was originally recorded with female vocalist Tove Lo. Mid song, what sounded like a gunshot fired, a blown amp perhaps? This happened another 3 times throughout the night, but we didn't loose sound and Adam wasn't phased at all and continued on like nothing happened!
Accompanied by a male and female backing vocals/dancers, the three of them bounced off one another radiating a fiery energy.
Adam has created a pretty unique sound with this album; I can clearly hear influences of dance, house and also a bit of funk. As he begins Runaway, his female vocalist/dancer takes to the centre platform and performs some suggestive pole dancer moves and super high kicks, while black and white scenes of a strip club played out behind her.
The lead guitarist then takes a turn on the platform while Adam disappears for a short but a well-deserved breather, and we hear an impressive long guitar solo. Adam returns to the stage looking every inch the star in a cerise suit and a catchy beat fills the room. The crowd are clapping in time as the tempo of After Hours builds like a classic club anthem.
He hasn't really said much to this point, preferring to jump from one track straight to the next, but now takes a moment to have a wee chat with his fans. He thanks Auckland for coming to see his first show on the "Oceania" leg of the tour, and admits he had never even heard of Oceania - "What's up with that? Where the fuck is it?!!"
He tells us that The Original High tour is a journey, and that there are evils in this world, but it's up to us to fill it with love! "Fuck that darkness" he pronounces! He took us back in time with a heartfelt rendition of Mad World from the Donny Darko soundtrack and then back to the happy feeling sounds with There I Said It.
A single blue spotlight on a darkened stage set an appropriate scene for Another Lonely Night and I suddenly noticed the lack of cell phones illuminated throughout the crowd. This I have become accustomed to seeing at concerts in this digital age, and it was nice to see the audience engrossed in the performance instead of being busy recording it on their tiny screens! All eyes were on Adam and captured by his theatrical presence.
Another short interval begins as coloured disco lights bounce around the Town Hall, and graphics that remind me of 80's video games dance on the big screen.
Then as if to say 'Yeah we are 80's babies', he returns with his stage mates all dressed in 80's/90's fashion! The male backing dancer is now in multi coloured overalls and a green baseball cap, and his lady colleague in fluoro hot pants! Adam is now in green cargo pants and adorned in a shiny gold bomber jacket as he gives us The Original High. The lyrics really do have a reminiscent feel to them, reflected well by their choice of outfits, this one is bouncy and anyone who wasn't already on their feet, certainly are now.
He surprised us with an absolutely awesome cover of David Bowie's Let's Dance, of which I'm pretty sure the legend himself would have been proud of! This performance was certainly deserving of the roaring applause it received! He also gave a nod to Queen who will be joining him later on in his tour, with Another One Bites The Dust.
At the very end he introduces us to his awesome band one by one, and lets them take the spotlight for a solo each as he sits to the side and takes a much-needed rest! I really have no idea where this guy gets his energy from!
I was beginning to wonder if all the true artistry will be buried along with greats such as Bowie, but Adam Lambert is living proof that the theatrical side to music will live on in the next generation.
I left tonight having had an absolute ball, smiled heaps and enjoyed every second of his performance! I'm totally sold, and if he returns to NZ, I will most definitely go see him again!
Link: libel.co.nz/blog_posts/8576-adam_lambert_with_photos
In Review: Adam Lambert’s ‘The Original High’ Auckland Show
Show: Adam Lambert – The Original High
Date: January 22, 2016
Venue: Auckland Town Hall
Reviewed by: SAM ILIEV
Perfectly executed with an intimate touch, Adam Lambert delivered The Original High to his fans on the opening night of his Australasian Tour last night in the Auckland Town Hall.
With lines of fans spilling down Queen St in all directions, the wait for those with general tickets came at the cost of standing in the chilly Auckland breeze.
Inside the great hall the opening act was underway, Melanie Martinez, a 20-year-old New York Artist who brought her Cry Baby favourites to the New Zealand Stage. Her fans were out in force screaming at the base of the stage which, mixed with the VIP ticket holders, formed the front of the crowd.
Aside from one disturbance from a die-hard fan with a stolen VIP Pass who was quickly removed by security, the crowd was well behaved and respectful of each other. This certainly helped maintain the glowing vibe created through the pulsing lights, smoke and Lambert’s upbeat tunes.
The transition between each song was smooth, Lambert slipping into the next piece with ease. There were two intermissions during which Lambert left the stage, the first was what appeared to be a general break, the second bringing on a costume change. During the first break there was just music, however the second intermission had the guitarist going solo which gave the audience something to focus their attention on.
In classic Adam Lambert fashion, his wardrobe was flamboyant with the first outfit a monochrome jumpsuit with knee high lace up boots to match. His backup dancers Holly Hyman and Terrance S*&@^#r both wore racy black outfits blending into the shadows but also standing out through their hipster choreographed routine.
After the second break Adam came back on with military style pants and a golden jacket with sparkling suspenders. Holly returned in a hot neon coloured play-suit; and Terrance shirtless, covered only by a pair of neon paint splattered overalls.
Although these costumes reflected the wardrobe from Lambert’s recent Tokyo Tour, he personalized the night with a few anecdotes on our Pacific nation, closing with the following advice: “There are evils in this world, however it’s up to each of us as individuals to find the light and fill it up with love.”
Link: tearaway.co.nz/in-review-adam-lamberts-the-original-high-auckland-show/
Adam Lambert Sings For Oreo In New Global Ad Campaign
By Jeff Beer
Global brand director Jennifer Hull talks about teaming with Lambert, and how the brand collaborates with artists.
At first glance, the new global spot for Oreo, with its whimsical animation and get-stuck-on-loop-in-your-head-for-the-rest-of-the-day jingle is exactly what you'd expect from the cookie brand. It's simple and it fits. But as easy as that sounds, even the most casual of ad watchers knows how often brands instead opt for convoluted and crappy.
The spot launches Oreo's new "Open Up" campaign, by The Martin Agency, which is rolling out in 50 countries and aims to convey the brand's message of people opening their hearts to those different from us. It's an extension of the brand's long-running "Wonderfilled" campaign that launched in 2013. The jingle is actually sung by Adam Lambert, the latest in an impressively eclectic list of artists the brand has worked with over the years, including Kacey Musgraves, Owl City, Tegan and Sara, and more.
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Of course working with Lambert also seems like a no-brainer. He's a pop star with a huge social following and fan base (not to mention he just snagged an extremely high-profile role in the Rocky Horror Picture Show remake for Fox TV), but Oreo's global brand director Jennifer Hull says that the brand's criteria for working with artists goes beyond sheer popularity.
"We look for someone who exemplifies the trademark elements of Oreo—openness, curiosity, and play—and then what their unique approach can bring to the campaign with their voice and music," says Hull. "It’s a way to keep things fresh and relevant. We were looking for somebody who embodied the inclusive spirit of the campaign, but also the lyrics and spot have a great energy about them so we wanted someone who could deliver on that energy as well. We’ve followed Adam on his incredible journey from American Idol to now, so it’s clear he has a really strong following and we’re thrilled with the optimism, hopefulness and overall energy he brings to the campaign."
Lambert told Billboard he's always wanted to work on a jingle. "It was always this fantasy—wouldn’t it be such a treat to record a song for a TV commercial?"
The agency wrote the lyrics and Hull says Lambert collaborated in the studio to bring his own take to the work. "We write the lyrics before speaking with the artists, but a lot of the collaboration happens in the studio, in this case working with Adam in how he could bring these lyrics to life," says Hull. "He brought so much to the table and really delivered what we had ultimately had in our minds."
While Lambert's version will feature around the world, in some markets the lyrics will be adapted by a local artist as well. Emerging markets have played a key role in the brand growing from $2 billion in 2011 to $2.5 billion in 2014. Oreo's Top 5 most popular markets are U.S., China, Venezuela, Canada and Indonesia, followed by UK, Mexico, Spain, France, and India.
Link: www.fastcocreate.com/3055621/adam-lambert-sings-for-oreo-in-new-global-ad-campaign?utm_content=buffer7518e&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer
Top 25 Idol Auditions
Lÿndsey Parker @lyndseyparker
What are the top 25 greatest @americanidol auditions of all time? I made a list! My top pick might surprise you. www.yahoo.com/music/the-25-greatest-american-idol-auditions-214549003.html …
Adam is #2 on her list.
2. Adam Lambert (Season 8)
The finest vovcalist ever to compete on Idol (don’t argue with me; this is fact), Adam auditioned with a Queen song, and by the season’s end, he was dueting with Queen on the finale and holding his own. Now he moonlights as the actual singer of Queen and makes $10 million a year. And to think, it all started here.
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Adam Lambert's "The Original High Tour"
If you’re looking for a ticket, don’t forget to check out the Members Only Ticket thread. There are some hot deals there.
Here is an estimate of where the tour is now and sales are strong. Not only are most venues selling very well, they have expanded the number of VIP tickets and raised the price of the TicketMaster Platinum tickets. LA and DC are sold out.
Day | Date | Location | Venue | Capa-city | Phone | Tickets Status |
Tue | Feb 23 | Huntington, NY | Paramount | 1,500 | 631-673-7300 | Only GA and VIP GA tickets available, all seats sold. |
Wed | Feb 24 | Boston, MA | House of Blues | 2,425 | 888-693-2583 | No seats available, GA tickets available. |
Fri | Feb 26 | Mashantucket, CT | MGM Grand Theater at Foxwoods | 4,000 | 800-200-2882 | VIP ticket areas expanded, about 80% sold. Many tickets in balcony. |
Sat | Feb 27 | Atlantic City, NJ | Caesars - Circus Maximus Theater | 1,100 | 609-348-4411 | Entire Orchestra converted to VIP or Platinum seats ($175-$499), reg price seats in balcony. Over 60% sold. Back 2 rows of balcony have not been put for sale.` |
Sun | Feb 28 | Bethlehem, PA | Sands Bethlehem Event Center | 2,500 | 610-297-7414 | SOLD OUT |
Tue | Mar 01 | New Brunswick, NJ | State Theater | 1,847 | 732-246-7469 | VIP ticket area expanded. About 90% sold. |
Thr | Mar 03 | New York, NY | Terminal 5 | 3,000 | | No seats available, GA tickets available. |
Sat | Mar 05 | Washington, DC | Lincoln Theatre | 1,225 | 877-987-6487 | SOLD OUT |
Sun | Mar 06 | Charlotte, NC | The Fillmore | 1,150 | 704-916-8970 | All GA, VIP still available. |
Tue | Mar 08 | Atlanta, GA | The Tabernacle | 2,600 | 404-659-9022 | GA and back of upper level available. |
Thr | Mar 10 | Nashville, TN | Ryman Auditorium | 2,362 | 615-889-3060 | VIP ticket areas expanded, about 85% of seats sold. |
Sat | Mar 12 | Hollywood, FL | Seminole Hard Rock Live Arena | 5,500 | 866-502-7529 | VIP ticket areas expanded, over 65% sold. |
Sun | Mar 13 | Orlando, FL | Universal Studios Florida – City Walk | | 407-224-4233 | From Universal Studios, with park admission |
Mon | Mar 14 | Clearwater, FL | Ruth Eckerd Hall | 2,180 | 727-791-7400 | SOLD OUT |
Tue | Mar 22 | Milwaukee, WI | Riverside Theater | 2,450 | 414-286-3205 | VIP ticket areas expanded, over 50% sold. |
Wed | Mar 23 | Chicago, IL | The Vic Theatre | 1,300 | 800-514-3849 | All GA, VIP still available. |
Fri | Mar 25 | Detroit, MI | The Fillmore | 2,888 | 313-961-5451 | No seats available, GA tickets available. |
Sat | Mar 26 | Mt. Pleasant, MI | Soaring Eagle Casino Resort | 3,500 | 888-732-4537 | Not on sale yet. |
Mon | Mar 28 | Wichita, KS | The Cotillion | 2,000 | 316-722-4201 | Venue box office says about 70% sold. |
Wed | Mar 30 | Denver, CO | Paramount Theatre | 1,870 | 303-623-0106 | About 75% sold. |
Fri | Apr 01 | Las Vegas, NV | Foundry (old name: LIFE) at SLS Hotel | 1,800 | 702-761-7080 | Mostly GA, tickets available. |
Sat | Apr 02 | Los Angeles, CA | Orpheum Theatre | 2,000 | 877-677-4386 | CLOSE TO SOLD OUT |
Sun | Apr 03 | Los Angeles, CA | Orpheum Theatre | 2,000 | 877-677-4386 | About 60% sold. |
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Adamtopia Calendar
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“The Original High” Tour - Part 1
Jan 22, 2016 Town Hall Auckland, New Zealand
Jan 25, 2016 Palais Theatre St Kilda, Australia SOLD OUT
Jan 26, 2016 Palais Theatre St Kilda, Australia
Jan 28, 2016 AEC Theatre Adelaide, Australia
Jan 30, 2016 Enmore Theatre Newtown, Australia
Jan 31, 2016 Enmore Theatre Newtown, Australia
Feb 2, 2016 World Famous Rooftop 92.9 FM promo concert, Perth, Austrailia
Feb 11, 2016 Redfest DBX Dubai
Mar 13, 2016 Universal Studios, Orlando, USA
Check the Adamtopia Calendar for the rest of the tour dates.
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