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Post by momtomany on Jun 4, 2013 20:48:19 GMT -5
I'm no expert on mics or sound-setting, but I've had experience with them. Mics are amazing; they allow you to be more 'in your head' with a song. You can sing and feel your message without worrying about getting your voice to the back row.
I do not think Adam's microphone was 'turned down' in his performance with Angie on Idol.
Had it been, we would have experienced an overall muting of sound; including the softer notes. Adam's tone was so pure, so present - I could have harvested it from the tree. His fruitful voice was that ripe. Nothing was muted or toned down as he sang '. . . up'.
What we saw - and I keep watching, over and over - is, as someone said - a 'maestro'. He modulated his voice by moving the mic closer, and then further away. Of course, it wasn't just the mic. Adam knows his tender voice; and he brought it out in force.
I've sometimes wondered why Adam doesn't wear one of those microphones that are attached to the head; like Britney and Bieber and most others. Of course! It's because he's singing live and he knows how to accelerate and pull back; and the distance of the mic from his mouth - that he controls - involves the emotion and message of the song; amplifies his need to convey all of that without blowing out the amps. He did this in 'Titanium'.
Adam knows how to pull back. He knows how to make his sound more mellow - and he doesn't need a sound tech to do it for him. Someone said, on the thread, how they love his duet on 'The Prayer'. Nothing more needs to be said. This man knows how to shine; and how to give others the sheen and the sparkle and the moment.
LWOG is another story. Here, I think, the microphone WAS turned down. We heard the track, and Adam's live singing was there - but quieter, overall, than the acoustics of the 'performance'.
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Post by FanOfTheMan on Jun 4, 2013 20:52:30 GMT -5
Hermeticallysealed-
I really appreciate your post. I was thinking that a sense of empowerment of self is what is so needed in cases of those being bullied. I hope this campaign hits home with those who need it and if it helps one person turn things around for the better, then it is worth it. I think it's the language that the young hear.
When submissive and nice and being a doormat doesn't work, then another tactic is needed. Give the bullies a taste of their own damned medicine - and something to think about.
So great to read the list of those initially participating and hope this message takes hold and spreads.
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Post by hermeticallysealed on Jun 4, 2013 20:53:33 GMT -5
Having been in the situation, I can say that sometimes saying "Fuck off" is not only cathartic, it's what it takes to get the person to back off. Is it polite and politic? Of course not, but then again, not everything in life is nice and sunshine and rainbows, or can be solved that way. When I finally did it, not only did it feel good, but for the first time I actually felt that I could stand up and be in control of my own life. I wasn't being passive and letting them direct things, I was. In an ideal world, being polite, and pc, and oh so inoffensive would help to bring an end to harassment. But it is not an ideal world. I can say from personal experience, it does not work in many instances. In fact, it often made things worse. Sometimes, the only way to get through to these people is to make a firm stand. I can only speak of my experiences, and those of people I know, however. Thank you for sharing this! Yes, I very much agree with you. That is why I included "cavalier" (maybe there is a better word) when describing the use of these gestures/words. They are losing meaning with overuse, I think. And it very often not called for. When those situations arise, when that is what is needed at the moment, I get it. But to make it part of our everyday go to response will not improve our society. This particular campaign is referred to the Friend Movement. I guess it really caught me off guard to see this visual and the creator's explanation. Like marchhare said, this gesture does not evoke friendship. I wish I could supply a universal reaction that one could use against bullies. I know both of my kids faced bullying and one way they dealt with it was by surrounding themselves with certain friends. I was hoping that is what this movement was promoting...not the in your face fuck off. I imagine there is more to this program than what I am getting from the pictures posted today. I hope we get to see more Adam! It's a bit of both. Friends first, but if that doesn't work, then well, fuck em. And frankly, sometimes that is exactly what you have to say, and it's good to let kids know that it is okay to do so. It's also a matter that kids need to know, when other, more passive means fail, that it is okay to put your foot down. |
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Post by lorraine on Jun 4, 2013 20:54:45 GMT -5
Dear Kamar,
Please don't worry about expressing your honest feelings --the fact that this is such a genuine place is what drew me to Adamtopia in the first place. .We all have those "down times", even our Adam. Several years ago, I was housebound in a wheel chair for 6 months following ankle surgery. I can't begin to tell you how uplifting it was to follow Adam's GNT tour each day-and how it helped me overcome feelings of isolation and physical pain. I never feel stupid following Adam Lambert's professional journey and the personal aspects of his life he chooses to share with us. My daughter stopped criticizing me years ago when I looked at her and simply said, "He makes me happy." Like you, I have many blessings in my life that enrich me and bring fulfillment--but Adam is my special secret joy that I share with all of you and I know I'm fortunate to embrace this man with the beautiful voice and loving heart. I am thinking of you and hoping you will be on the "upswing" very soon.
And ---a big thank you to all of you who have sent me such warm welcomes ; I feel a little overwhemed-- like Adam must have felt all those times he was greeted by fans in airports all over Asia following his trips oversea!.
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Post by crazy4you on Jun 4, 2013 21:19:01 GMT -5
Dear Kamar, Please don't worry about expressing your honest feelings --the fact that this is such a genuine place is what drew me to Adamtopia in the first place. .We all have those "down times", even our Adam. Several years ago, I was housebound in a wheel chair for 6 months following ankle surgery. I can't begin to tell you how uplifting it was to follow Adam's GNT tour each day-and how it helped me overcome feelings of isolation and physical pain. I never feel stupid following Adam Lambert's professional journey and the personal aspects of his life he chooses to share with us. My daughter stopped criticizing me years ago when I looked at her and simply said, "He makes me happy." Like you, I have many blessings in my life that enrich me and bring fulfillment--but Adam is my special secret joy that I share with all of you and I know I'm fortunate to embrace this man with the beautiful voice and loving heart. I am thinking of you and hoping you will be on the "upswing" very soon. And ---a big thank you to all of you who have sent me such warm welcomes ; I feel a little overwhemed-- like Adam must have felt all those times he was greeted by fans in airports all over Asia following his trips oversea!. Beautifully said. "He makes me happy", too. I've stopped trying to figure out why this man brings me so much joy. He just does. Welcome! ![]() |
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Post by evergreen on Jun 4, 2013 21:20:53 GMT -5
Dear Kamar, Please don't worry about expressing your honest feelings --the fact that this is such a genuine place is what drew me to Adamtopia in the first place. .We all have those "down times", even our Adam. Several years ago, I was housebound in a wheel chair for 6 months following ankle surgery. I can't begin to tell you how uplifting it was to follow Adam's GNT tour each day-and how it helped me overcome feelings of isolation and physical pain. I never feel stupid following Adam Lambert's professional journey and the personal aspects of his life he chooses to share with us. My daughter stopped criticizing me years ago when I looked at her and simply said, "He makes me happy." Like you, I have many blessings in my life that enrich me and bring fulfillment--but Adam is my special secret joy that I share with all of you and I know I'm fortunate to embrace this man with the beautiful voice and loving heart. I am thinking of you and hoping you will be on the "upswing" very soon. And ---a big thank you to all of you who have sent me such warm welcomes ; I feel a little overwhemed-- like Adam must have felt all those times he was greeted by fans in airports all over Asia following his trips oversea!. Lovely words, Lorraine - so glad you have joined us here. And, Kamar - I was thinking of you earlier today and was reminded of some things Adam has said about his profession. He considers being an entertainer his calling, and if someone is having a bad day, or week, or whatever, if he can help him/her leave those troubles behind during the time he is performing, he will feel he has succeeded. So, as Lorraine says, let Adam spread the happiness. And this place makes me happy, too. Thanks to all who contribute here. ![]() |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2013 21:21:46 GMT -5
Three years ago 6-4-2010 as it is today, was the first Glam Nation Tour show in Wilkes-Barre, it was the beginning of these amazing over 100's of shows that took place around the world ... ![]() ![]() Today, Adam is in a place where he wanted, and he wants to be. I think that many of Adam's dream was fulfilled, and I believe in it that they will continue to fulfill for him... Adam's career and his life is very interesting and exciting to watch, and I'm very proud of him and his amazing achievements, where there is more for him to come. Adam is remarkable man. ![]() |
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Post by burrito on Jun 4, 2013 21:26:04 GMT -5
Dear Kamar, Please don't worry about expressing your honest feelings --the fact that this is such a genuine place is what drew me to Adamtopia in the first place. .We all have those "down times", even our Adam. Several years ago, I was housebound in a wheel chair for 6 months following ankle surgery. I can't begin to tell you how uplifting it was to follow Adam's GNT tour each day-and how it helped me overcome feelings of isolation and physical pain. I never feel stupid following Adam Lambert's professional journey and the personal aspects of his life he chooses to share with us. My daughter stopped criticizing me years ago when I looked at her and simply said, "He makes me happy." Like you, I have many blessings in my life that enrich me and bring fulfillment--but Adam is my special secret joy that I share with all of you and I know I'm fortunate to embrace this man with the beautiful voice and loving heart. I am thinking of you and hoping you will be on the "upswing" very soon. And ---a big thank you to all of you who have sent me such warm welcomes ; I feel a little overwhemed-- like Adam must have felt all those times he was greeted by fans in airports all over Asia following his trips oversea!. Aww, what a sweet post. Typical of Adam fans.  And on that note, I need to do what's typical of me...stupid, silly shit.  |
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Post by cayman on Jun 4, 2013 21:26:39 GMT -5
Having been in the situation, I can say that sometimes saying "Fuck off" is not only cathartic, it's what it takes to get the person to back off. Is it polite and politic? Of course not, but then again, not everything in life is nice and sunshine and rainbows, or can be solved that way. When I finally did it, not only did it feel good, but for the first time I actually felt that I could stand up and be in control of my own life. I wasn't being passive and letting them direct things, I was. In an ideal world, being polite, and pc, and oh so inoffensive would help to bring an end to harassment. But it is not an ideal world. I can say from personal experience, it does not work in many instances. In fact, it often made things worse. Sometimes, the only way to get through to these people is to make a firm stand. I can only speak of my experiences, and those of people I know, however. Your post made me log in and post...........seriously........for all that believe using the "Fuck off" is NOT the appropriate visual approach to get the message across...........work in the middle school environment, VERY APPROPRIATE! This is what talks to the kids today. |
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Post by lynne on Jun 4, 2013 21:37:28 GMT -5
Lorraine What a beautiful, heartfelt post! I'm glad you decided to join in. ![]()
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