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Post by nica575 on Jul 5, 2017 10:40:38 GMT -5
WHY are the promoters/venues/production (idk who) doing this at almost every venue: the large blocks of seats in the sections right across from the stage go unfilled! Those are probably the BEST seats to enjoy the full effect of this production! What a waste  |
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Post by 4EverAdam on Jul 5, 2017 10:43:35 GMT -5
Sorry if already posted but like this review
Queen is never going to replace Freddie Mercury. He was one of a kind. But what about the rest of the guys in the band? What do they do when they want to keep the band going after their lead singer died? Life isn’t fair.
And so, in their desire to give these great songs the audiences they deserve (and also to maintain the lifestyle to which they’re become accustomed) the two remaining Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor wisely recruited the only singer in the world who could come close to filling Freddie’s boxing boots. Adam Lambert is a supernaturally gifted singer, and about as flambouyant as a pop star can possibly be. He made about seven costume changes at Rogers Place Tuesday night. After singing Killer Queen while wearing what he called the “gayest suit you’re ever seen” – and killing it, both song and suit – while sitting atop a giant robot head (in honour of the 40th anniversary of News of the World), he said, “I just wanted to give you guys a little head.”
Actually, it was a big head. But way to set the tone, man. Girls in the audience laughed hysterically at every gay joke he told. What’s with that?
Remember that Lambert got his start when he came in second on American Idol in 2009. He was robbed – can’t recall the name of the winner that year.
Now we are witness to a musical demographical phenomenon on the order of Journey with its new singer Arnel Pineda packing arenas full of Filipino fans. The audience at Queen + Adam Lambert concert was a peculiar mix of hardcore Queen fans from back in the day, and young American Idol enthusiasts. A number of young gay couples were spotted, and it’s clear there’s an entirely new generation being introduced to the music of Queen, thanks to Adam Lambert. He has given them new life.
The 35-year-old singer has become comfortable in his five years with the band. He killed on a number of other songs, particularly Somebody to Love – where he hit that crucial high note and made it look easy. He even went a few steps higher to rub it in. “Holy crap!” was the general reaction here. He would continue to top himself throughout the night, vocally and sartorially. He even did one of his own songs, Two Fux. Lyrics were displayed on the video screens: “If you think that what I do and how I live’s too much, I don’t really really give two fux. If you think that what I say and what I give ain’t love, I don’t really give two fux.”
Brian May, meanwhile, at one point hogged the spotlight in a meandering, interminable guitar solo that was the epitome of self-indulgence. It wasn’t rocket science – and that joke is only funny if you know he has a Ph.D in astrophysics. He’s such a likable fellow, though. Being British and well-mannered helps. He also redeemed himself on several memorable solos from the Queen canon, and in touching moments with the ghost of Freddie Mercury on the video screen.
Freddie performed in Edmonton only once – in 1977, and several of the old-timers were overheard reminiscing. For them, this was one great nostalgia concert.
The drummer Taylor got his time, too, in a drum battle, and on lead vocals on I’m In Love With My Car – which sounded so pristine and perfect that I’d call lip-sync if I didn’t trust their integrity. Queen fans may recall the penultimate classic rock song of all time: Bohemian Rhapsody, needless to say a climactic moment of the Edmonton show. And despite that “no synths” disclaimer, the band multi-tracked the shit out of that song in the studio – to the point where it would be impossible to do it live without a choir of Freddie Mercurys. So with full disclosure, they just played the record in concert – and they did it again with Lambert’s lead singing supported by massive tracked vocals on Tuesday night. The crowd of course joined right in. “Mamma mia, mama mia, let me go!” They just don’t build songs like this anymore.
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Post by talon on Jul 5, 2017 10:44:11 GMT -5
I absolutely LOVE this. One of my favorite comments I read about this was "Only Queen could rock a stadium without even being there" ADAM LAMBERT has Freddie Mercury's vocals beat by a mile... 'There I Said It' IMHO Adam is the best singer of this generation...I just had to get this off my chest.. Oh Mellie, you've done it now - Tallon please step away from the computer!! Of course, I totally agree with you and Cassie has explained why Adam is technically the better singer. And if there were a contest for the best vocal performer in the world based on various criteria, Adam would likely come out on top. Just as well really or the human race would be extinct by now!! No need to step away  It's an opinion. And one I've seen here on a few occasions already! I'm not going to fault someone for their opinion.....even if my opinion is that that particular opinion is batshit crazy  But that's my opinion. And I laugh away such crazy talk  I'm not going to sit and stew over it lol...I'm not going to fight it...not going bother to pull out every list of top 10 rock singers that has Freddie at #1 because that's all their opinions too! I'm comfortable with my opinion and with all those opinions. And I'm just as comfortable with mellie and your opinion as well. At the end of the day one of my favorite sayings will always hold true. Opinions are like assholes...everyone's got one. The last part of your post, I quoted for absolute truth. So go love Adam, love his voice more than anything else. I get loving someone's voice that much And I hope he gives you all years of pleasure. Hopefully even more than Freddie was able to give me. On a side note, my third favorite singer ever wouldn't even make any top 500 lists...Roger :D Roger's voice does worlds for me and I know that I would be in somewhat of a minority....I think it's because I associate his backing vocals as a key component to live Queen. Not quite as much these days (given that Tyler, Neil, Spike all sing with Brian on BV. Back int he day of the Queen 4some it was Freddie singing and Brian and Roger behind him for the most part...take a look at any ending portion of Somebody To Love 81-82 (Montreal or Milton Keynes are good choices) to see what I mean about Roger's backing vocals. Adam? He cracks my Top 100 for sure...my top 50 probably...my top 30 maybe...my top 20 possibly...probably due to singing Queen...I'd have to sit and think on it... But you do you and I will be me and I will never ever fault that |
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Post by nica575 on Jul 5, 2017 10:47:36 GMT -5
So what might happen to the TwoFux figures if someone like Katie Perry tweeted it out?Just one little tweet.... I really don't know....but even The Superftuit people just thanked him for the (effusive) support and never mentioned his own music, (as far as I saw). Perhaps there are reasons I miss. But - I am coming to believe that where he once gave a lot of Fux, he really doesn't now. He always seemed so vulnerable under his swagger....but now he looks like a man standing on very firm ground, with or without the chart success. I love that he doesn't give TwoFux..... I'm not there yet but closing in fast. I wonder the same thing, when mutual friends, with millions of twitter followers, of Superft and Adam's tweet about the former's new music, but not Adam's.. and the music came out at the same time. Yes, just one little tweet... makes you wonder. I hope he really doesn't give TwoFux... How many of the "stars" are following the other's music like Adam does? I bet very few. KP most probably has no idea Adam has released a new song... |
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Post by skaschep on Jul 5, 2017 10:49:17 GMT -5
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Post by skaschep on Jul 5, 2017 10:53:24 GMT -5
WHY are the promoters/venues/production (idk who) doing this at almost every venue: the large blocks of seats in the sections right across from the stage go unfilled! Those are probably the BEST seats to enjoy the full effect of this production! What a waste Those are the VIP spots. In Phoenix they were reserved for friends and family of the band they said. No idea about here in Edmonton. Maybe they all went out for a drink during this moment? |
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Post by skaschep on Jul 5, 2017 10:54:06 GMT -5
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Post by skaschep on Jul 5, 2017 10:55:52 GMT -5
Exclaim! @exclaimdotca Adam Lambert proved a fitting stand-in for Freddie Mercury during his performance with Queen last night in Edmonton: ow.ly/NMGU30dmdjS  Queen + Adam LambertRogers Place, Edmonton AB, July 4 When it was announced that Queen were heading out on tour, fans had to pinch themselves: Was this real life? Or was this just fantasy? It was the former last night (July 4) as original Queen members Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor his Edmonton's Rogers Place with singer Adam Lambert filling in on vocals. In what would be a night of impeccable showmanship and visual wonderment, concertgoers found themselves in a reality they didn't want to leave. The house lights dimmed and the all too familiar boom boom clap of "We Will Rock You" started playing from behind a massive screen on stage. Audience members jumped to their feet and began stomping and clapping along with the beat hard enough to consider the structural integrity of the building. The screen was lifted, unveiling Queen and a posed Adam Lambert, who made his way down the long centre of the stage chanting the titled lyrics for a brief time, though the song acted as a prelude before the group transitioned into "Hammer to Fall." This would be followed by a plethora of wardrobe changes and fan favourites including "Another One Bites the Dust," "Fat Bottomed Girls" and "Killer Queen," keeping the energy in the building vibrant and abundant. Plenty of hardcore Queen fans might worry about Lambert's ability to fill in for the larger-than-life Freddie Mercury, but his stage presence was absolutely magnetic as he strutted his way across all areas of the stage showcasing sass, pizzazz and the occasional ass shake, all while including enough pelvic thrusting to evoke a 1970s roller disco. Lambert was just the right amount of flamboyancy and sensual seductiveness to encapsulate the essence of the late Mercury. That said, although Lambert has a broad range and talented vocal strength, at moments throughout the show it seemed that he was somewhat conservative when it came to unleashing the full potential of his vocal ability, causing a slight lull at climactic points in songs, in what would have otherwise been exhilarating moments. To acknowledge the elephant in the room, Lambert took a moment during the set to address the crowd: "I know what you're thinking, he's no Freddie Mercury." Yet, he reassured fans that he has no intention of replacing the late frontman. "I do this to keep his dream alive, and to honour him." Lambert's humble approach to filling in as front man for the legendary rock group and making light of it set a tone for the evening that allowed the audience to accept the substitute. Guitarist Brian May displayed his vocal chops by performing "Love of My Life," which May sang while playing an acoustic guitar. Roughly halfway through the song, a brief video on the large screen now above the stage showed Mercury singing alongside his bandmate, giving the performance a sentimental and intimate tone. Expectedly, Queen and Lambert ended their set list with "Radio Ga Ga" followed by "Bohemian Rhapsody," which influenced everyone's inner Wayne and Garth to emerge in what was a wave of headbanging and hair flipping. After a moment offstage, and chants and cheers from the crowd, the group came back to play their encore, ending the show appropriately with the remaining end of "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions." |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 5, 2017 10:56:39 GMT -5
WHY are the promoters/venues/production (idk who) doing this at almost every venue: the large blocks of seats in the sections right across from the stage go unfilled! Those are probably the BEST seats to enjoy the full effect of this production! What a waste I don't see that, in this particular photo, but it was empty in Vegas. I believe when you see the lasers, you will fully understand. Ahhh, you mean the lower seats? Those are right behind the Sound Mix booth! Obstructed views! |
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Post by nica575 on Jul 5, 2017 10:56:46 GMT -5
So what might happen to the TwoFux figures if someone like Katie Perry tweeted it out? Just one little tweet.... I really don't know....but even The Superftuit people just thanked him for the (effusive) support and never mentioned his own music, (as far as I saw). Perhaps there are reasons I miss. But - I am coming to believe that where he once gave a lot of Fux, he really doesn't now. He always seemed so vulnerable under his swagger....but now he looks like a man standing on very firm ground, with or without the chart success. I love that he doesn't give TwoFux..... I'm not there yet but closing in fast. Oh, I think he still cares. Adam has always been so supportive of other artists, and that is rare. Does Katie ever tweet about other people's projects/songs? I think many of the "big names" are oblivious or too consumed with their own thing. I guess what I don't get is what being on a major label is doing for him right now. Love that he is with WBR, but this song was written by Adam and his friends and was put out there basically by Adam. The label has tweeted a couple times, but that seems to be the extent of it. Maybe they are waiting on a more "radio friendly" song to get behind. Guess I am a little confused about WBR's role right now, but as always, there is perhaps more going on behind the scenes. Maybe someone with some more "industry insight" can help me out----where is the benefit of being on a major label? Maybe we will see it with the EP? same here...I assume WBR paid for the song's writing and production. Adam said to "let the label worry" about radio, streaming, etc., which tells me they ARE involved although all I noticed are the couple of tweets from WB in various countries... I'd love to know who (if anyone) is his publisher now. Hard to believe he opted to not have one... |
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It's an opinion. And one I've seen here on a few occasions already! I'm not going to fault someone for their opinion.....even if my opinion is that that particular opinion is batshit crazy 
But that's my opinion. And I laugh away such crazy talk 
